GP Rural Generalist, FACEM & ED SMOs Wanted in the Stunning Mackay Region!

Are you a doctor with a sense of adventure? Ready to explore the breathtaking landscapes of the Mackay Isaac Region while making a real difference in rural healthcare? Prescript Recruitment is seeking passionate ED SMOs, Rural Generalists, and FACEMs to join the team at the Mackay Base Hospital. With natural beauty from the rainforest to the reef, incredible inland escapes, and unique wildlife experiences, this is more than a job—it's a lifestyle!

The Position

We’re calling on experienced ED SMOs, Rural Generalists (FRACGP or FACRRM), and FACEMs to step into a role where every day brings new challenges and rewards. Work alongside a dedicated team at Mackay Base Hospital, providing vital medical care to the community. Shifts are available from September 2024 onward, and we are looking for doctors who can commit to a minimum of 7 days.

About Mackay Base Hospital:
With a network of 8 hospitals and four community health facilities, Mackay Base Hospital serves as a pivotal healthcare provider in the region. It serves a population of approximately 180,000 people across regional, community, and rural settings. The emergency department alone handles over 99,000 patient visits annually, ensuring a fast-paced and dynamic working environment.

As a teaching hospital affiliated with James Cook University (JCU), Mackay Base Hospital fosters an environment of continuous learning and professional growth. It is accredited for training with both the Australasian College of Emergency Medicine (ACEM) and the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM), making it an ideal place for doctors looking to advance their careers.

Dates Available

Starting from September 2024, ongoing opportunities are available. Choose the dates that suit you and enjoy flexible working arrangements.

Benefits Provided

  • Competitive Rates: Generous pay based on your seniority and qualifications. Contact us for more details!

  • All-Inclusive Travel Package: We cover your flights, provide a car, and ensure comfortable, self-contained accommodation.

  • Adventure on Your Days Off: Explore the hidden gems of Mackay Isaac Region—think epic road trips, fishing, bushwalking, and more!

  • Easy Access: Fly directly to Mackay from Sydney or Melbourne with just a short stopover in Brisbane.

What We Require From You

ED SMOs: Extensive Emergency Department experience with ALS2 certification.

Rural Generalists: FRACGP or FACRRM accreditation.

FACEMs: A passion for emergency medicine and rural healthcare.

Your Next Steps

Ready to seize the opportunity and make an impact while experiencing one of Australia's most beautiful regions?

Contact Paul Tillman, our Senior Recruitment Partner:

  • Phone: 0415 075 498

  • Email: paul@prescript.com.au


Prescript are medical recruitment specialists.

At Prescript we’re known for helping solve the regional doctor shortage in Australia.

Every day we’re focused on two clear outcomes - Helping hospitals find doctors that create departments and clinics that run better, have more capacity and less stress. And placing Doctors in jobs that leave them feeling highly valued, rewarded and, most importantly, enjoying what they do.

We believe that when we get these two crucial things right, it has a huge impact on the regional doctor shortage and the healthcare of communities across Australia.

There are three ways to contact us:

  1. Call 1300 755 498

  2. Email hello@prescript.com.au

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We’re known for solving the regional doctor shortage, leaving doctors loving what they do and regional communities feeling like they have the best doctors in town.