Are you a UK or Ireland trained doctor with 12 months of post-qualified experience and interested in a new adventure and challenge in 2023? Elevate your career and lifestyle by relocating to Canberra for this fantastic fixed-term RMO position.
Australia's capital city is nestled amidst picturesque mountains. Enjoy the best of both worlds - a bustling city lifestyle combined with the perks of regional living right at your doorstep. Australia's major state capitals are easily accessible, giving you ample opportunity to explore and indulge in the country's natural wonders.
Canberra Hospital is a renowned public teaching hospital within Canberra Health Services and is offering a fulfilling position that will take you through a diverse range of departments. Immerse yourself in a supportive and inclusive environment and take your career to new heights.
Prescript is here to help guide you through the process of this exciting opportunity; visa requirements, paperwork, relocation, and everything else you need to settle into your new home and position.
The Position
★ 12-month contract starting in August, with the possibility of extension
★ General RMO positions with a variety of rotations
★ Competitive salary and benefits
★ Supportive training environment and structured teaching programs
Under the guidance of the hospital's experienced senior medical officers, you will be responsible for providing daily medical care to patients.
Please note:
⇒ You will complete four 12-13 week rotations throughout the year. The Canberra Hospital will work to offer preferenced rotations where they can from February 2024.
⇒ You will be expected to follow the roster pattern for each rotation.
⇒ Some rotations are in more rural locations, such as Bega and Goulburn in NSW.
To find out more, please contact Paul Tillman (Prescript’s Senior Recruitment Partner):
+61 415 075 498 // paul@prescript.com.au
The Benefits
★ Base salary range of:
$91,153-$122,359 AUD, plus 11.5% superannuation (Superannuation is Australia’s equivalent of a pension fund)
Approx. £50,836 - £68,227 GBP / 57,107 - €76,657 EUR, plus 11.5% superannuation
★ Salary packaging available
★ Education allowance
★ Penalties and over-time entitlements
★ Four weeks annual leave plus ADOs
★ Supportive training environment and structured teaching programs
★ 'Blue Buddies' peer-to-peer system in place for JMO welfare
★ A welcoming and friendly city with excellent amenities and transport links
Lifestyle Features
Geography and Climate:
Canberra is located in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), which is a landlocked territory within New South Wales (NSW). The city is situated in the southeastern part of Australia, about 280 km (175 miles) southwest of Sydney and 660 km (410 miles) northeast of Melbourne. The climate in Canberra has four distinct seasons. Summers are generally hot and dry, while winters can be cold and frosty with occasional snowfall in the nearby mountains.
Transportation:
Canberra has a well-developed public transportation system, including buses and a light rail service that runs from the city centre to the northern suburbs. There are also taxis and ride-sharing services available, as well as bike share programs and a network of cycle paths for cyclists.
Canberra International Airport is located about 7 km (4 miles) southeast of the city centre and offers both domestic and international flights.
Housing:
The median weekly rent in Canberra is around $630 AUD (£350 GBP / €395 EUR) per week for a house and around $500 AUD per week (£280 GBP / €310 EUR) for a unit or apartment. Some of the most popular suburbs for renters include Kingston, Braddon, Belconnen, Woden, and Yarralumla.
Recreation and Entertainment:
Canberra is perfectly situated to enjoy both a wonderful city life and an array of cultural and outdoor activities. It has a vibrant arts and culture scene, with numerous museums, galleries, and venues located throughout the city. Enjoy hiking and biking trails, parks and nature reserves, and nearby ski resorts in the winter. Foodies will love the wide variety of restaurants, cafes, and bars located throughout Canberra, with a particular emphasis on fresh, locally-sourced produce.
Here’s some of the things you can do during your time off:
🔵 Bushwalks with beautiful views
🔵 Downhill mountain bike trails
🔵 Sail down lake Burley Griffith
🔵 Scenic helicopter rides
🔵 Excellent brewery tours
🔵 Gin tasting
🔵 A great selection of exquisite wineries with picturesque scenery
🔵 Fantastic restaurants, cafes, and bars
🔵 Sporting and cultural events and festivals
🔵 Wonderful art scene, museums & galleries
🔵 Enjoy a skiing day trip to Thredbo
🔵 Visit the beautiful coastal Bateman’s Bay
Overall, Canberra offers a great quality of life for those looking for a balance of city living and outdoor activities, with excellent healthcare and education options, a thriving cultural scene, and easy access to other parts of Australia.
About Canberra Health Services
Canberra Health Services is a tertiary referral center that provides comprehensive medical, surgical, and emergency services to the people of Canberra and the surrounding regions.
The health service has a wide range of medical specialties and clinical settings, including emergency medicine, critical care, medicine, surgery, psychiatry, and more. It also has modern facilities and advanced medical technologies to ensure that patients receive the best possible care.
Canberra Health Services is committed to providing a supportive and positive working environment for its staff. It has a strong focus on education and training, with a range of structured teaching programs and mentorship opportunities available.
Overall, Canberra Health Services is a dynamic and exciting place to work, offering a range of experiences and opportunities for growth and development, as well as access to a supportive and positive working environment.
Who We're Looking For
If you are interested in a full-time, fixed-term position at Canberra Health Services, please read the criteria below to see if it’s the role for you:
⇒ Doctors trained in the UK or Ireland with at least 12 months of post-qualifying experience
OR
⇒ Doctors trained abroad with at least 12 months of experience working in a UK/Irish hospital and PLAB
Other Criteria:
✓ Ideally available to start in August
✓ Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
✓ A commitment to ongoing professional development and quality improvement
✓ Eligible for an Australian work visa - the health service can assist with visas
Sound Like You?
Contact Paul Tillman (Prescript’s Senior Recruitment Partner) to find out more about living and working in Australia’s capital.
Prescript is here to help guide you through the process of this exciting opportunity; visa requirements, paperwork, relocation, and everything else you need to settle into your new home and position.
There are three ways to find out more:
Call or message Paul on +61 415 075 498
Email paul@prescript.com.au
Click to ‘Connect with Prescript’
Next Steps with Prescript
At Prescript Recruitment, we follow a transparent, friendly process to assist you with your new role.
This begins with a conversation with Prescript – We will talk about the position and the health service in more detail and gain a clear understanding of your career, family and lifestyle wishes.
From there, if you’re happy to proceed to the next step, we will arrange an interview to make sure it is going to be the right position for you.
The final stage is progressing to your offer of employment which then secures you the role. We continue to look after you and ensure your move and start to your new position is smooth and stress-free.
About Paul Tillman
As Prescripts Senior Recruitment Partner for non-specialist doctors, I am passionate about building close relationships with both the doctors and health services I work with. I always aim to provide a personal and tailored service and will strive to find the best opportunities for doctors based on their needs and goals and, in turn, provide health services with the best fit for the vacancies they have.
Having worked in medical recruitment for over five years, I have a great understanding of the roles available and the challenges health services face in finding staff for their vacancies.
Prior to working in medical recruitment, I was a Registered Nurse and worked in the UK as a Respiratory HDU Nurse for NHS trusts. This means I have a great insight into the challenges of working clinically and always try to consider this in my work.
I am currently studying Nursing again to allow me the opportunity to return to some clinical work in Australia. My family and I moved to Melbourne from the UK over five years ago, and I enjoy travelling and exploring Australia whenever I can, as well as getting back home to visit family in the UK.
My passions are spending time with friends and family, including my dog Ted, eating and drinking out, enjoying the Australian weather (when Melbourne allows), and sports – most of all football (or soccer, as I am often told).
I always have time for a chat and a joke with health services and doctors alike and look forward to building new connections at Prescript.
Meet the Prescript Recruitment Team
We work with doctors for locum, ongoing and fixed-term positions across regional Australia. Connect with Prescript here ⬇️
◼️RECRUITMENT
James Hill, Nicola Speer, Max Drakeley, Mel Houston, Paul Tillman & Jason Ahmad. Dedicated recruitment partners focused on helping doctors throughout the recruitment process.
◼️MARKETING & VACANCIES
Grace Clueit. Rapid promotion of locum, ongoing and fixed-term vacancies - helping doctors discover jobs with ease.
◼️CREDENTIALING & LOGISTICS
Stef McLaughlin, Lee Kabigting, Marcia Beere & Melissa Crane. Adhere to the highest JAS-ANZ-accredited standards of quality and credentialing. Management of paperwork and travel logistics so that doctors start on time.
◼️FINANCE & PAYMENTS
Hugo Scales. Prescript's Finance & Payments Manager ensures doctors get paid promptly and smoothly.
“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:
Call 1300 755 498
Email contact@prescript.com.au
Click 'Connect with Prescript'
We’d love to hear from you!
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