Discover the enchantment of Gununa (Mornington Island) in the Gulf of Carpentaria. This pristine, 1,000 square-kilometre island is the northernmost of the Wellesley Islands, surrounded by turquoise seas, mangrove forests, and rich wildlife habitats. Your adventure awaits in a region acclaimed for its artworks, cultural heritage, and renowned fishing destinations.

The Position

Embark on a rural generalist locum as the sole doctor responsible for providing 24-hour cover to the 11-bed Mornington Island Hospital. Your role includes overseeing four emergency and seven ward beds, with exceptional support from a dedicated nursing team.

Dates Available

• 22-29 July 2024

• 16-23 September 2024

Benefits Provided

★ Generous daily rates of pay

★ Return flights

★ Car hire

★ Self-contained accommodation

With a population of only 1,200 people, this pristine region features internationally acclaimed artworks and rich cultural heritage – and it’s also one of the best fishing destinations in Australia. Mornington Island lies only 28 km off the Queensland coast. REX airlines fly five days a week to Mornington Island from Cairns and Mt Isa.

What We Require From You

✓ Fellowship of RACGP or ACRRM

✓ Specialist AHPRA Registration

✓ Recent Emergency experience

✓ Australian citizenship or permanent residency, New Zealand citizenship, or relevant work visa

Your Next Steps

If the opportunity to provide consistent and high-quality medical care to the Mornington Island community ignites your interest, contact Lornita Papworth at 0433 701 212 or lornita@prescript.com.au. Prescript is dedicated to addressing the rural doctor shortage, and we appreciate your partnership in delivering quality solutions to remote communities in need.

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

3. Click 'Connect with Prescript'