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Radiologist Permanent DWS Role - NW Tasmania

A new opportunity is now open for a FRANZCR radiologist to live and work in a friendly, coastal community in North West Tasmania.


This is a permanent position that offers both hospital and private clinic work. There is a District of Workforce Shortage (DWS) status so those radiologists who require this, are encouraged to apply as well as Australian doctors without restrictions who like the idea of a “tree and sea change” to the stunning North Coast of Tasmania!

Summary of Benefits:

  • Lucrative salary package

  • 10 week leave (8 weeks annual + 2 weeks of conference leave)

  • State of the art systems and digital imaging technology

  • Interesting mix of challenging work in a supportive environment (including the option of Tier B Interventional if desired)

  • Hospital and clinic based work

  • No primary on-call work required

  • Additional payments offered for any weekend reporting undertaken

  • Annual campus based profit share bonus

  • Annual individual performance bonus

  • Costs covered for Medical Indemnity + radiation licenses/AHPRA etc

  • Generous relocation allowance offered

Lifestyle Features:

  • This is a beautiful, coastal community with a friendly, inclusive feel and a focus on family and the environment. The region encompasses all the things that Tasmania has become famous for - including the wonderful food culture, stunning walks and outdoor activities, all within one of the most scenic places in the world!

  • Housing is vastly more affordable here than in the major Australian cities, and access to travel is easy – just a quick hop on once of the regular flights over to Melbourne or Sydney when you wish to.

  • Quality schools, direct access to healthcare and a thriving, supportive community means it’s a great place for families to settle.

This is a highly regarded, progressive employer with a comprehensive range of services offered including general X-Ray, OPG (dental scans), CT, MRI, ultrasound, bone density scanning, fluoroscopy, nuclear medicine and mammography.

Enquire now to join a professional, supportive environment where you will enhance and build your career, whilst enjoying an enviable lifestyle.

Criteria:

  • FRANZCR and either Australian citizenship or permanent residency.

  • Eligibility for specialist registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to relate well to referring parties, staff members and your patients.

NOTE: New Zealand based radiologists with FRANZCR are encouraged to apply. (We specialise in relocation for doctors.)

How To Apply:


For a confidential discussion about this role, please send your CV or contact Nicola Speer at Prescript Recruitment – nicola@prescript.com.au // 0405 429 799 – We are very happy to answer any questions.

How The Process Works With Prescript:

  1. We follow a clear, friendly process to assist you with your new role. This begins with an informal conversation with Prescript – We will talk about the position, the company and the location in more detail andgain a clear understanding of your career, family and lifestyle wishes.

  2. From there, if you’re keen to proceed to the next step, we will arrange informal and more formal interviews and potentially a visit to make sure it is going to be the right place for you and your family.

  3. The final stage is progressing to your formal 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.

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Nicola Speer

Radiology Recruitment Specialist

nicola@prescript.com.au

0405 429 799

Consultant Neurologist – Tasmania

  • Modern hospital in an attractive regional city
  • Initiate research and provide supervision and training
  • Relocation allowance and accommodation assistance provided

Prescript is partnering with a 300-bed public hospital in Tasmania to find an experienced Staff Specialist - Neurology to provide high quality inpatient and outpatient care to a growing regional population. This is a permanent position available from 16th June 2017; locum cover may be required in the short term.

About the Hospital

Dedicated to providing the highest standards of healthcare to its community, the hospital fosters a commitment to best practice and continuous improvement, education and research. You will join a referral hospital that provides services to around a quarter of a million people, seeing close to 25,000 inpatients and around 224,000 outpatients each year. 


The Department of Medicine has a strong research culture with many physicians conducting independent and clinical trial based research with affiliation with the Clifford Craig Medical Research Trust.


Strong teamwork and close professional relationships with colleagues and communities are all hallmarks of Tasmanian healthcare. Medical professionals from all over Australia and the world work together to combine their unique perspectives, skills and experience. You will be working in an inclusive environment that’s committed to equity and diversity.

Many doctors who make the move to Tasmania advance rapidly in their careers as they are able to expand and develop their management and specialist clinical skills. 

About the Location

Your new city, like the rest of Tasmania, is a good example of good things coming in small packages and is ideally nestled at the head of a beautiful valley. The city has grown around a pretty port which has a fascinating history and a vibrant modern day culture.

The region’s natural beauty is truly staggering and it has developed a well-deserved reputation for fine wine, excellent food from the local surrounds, and a buzzing vibe in which to enjoy all these good things.

About You

To be able to apply for this position, you must hold FRACP or equivalent, be eligible to apply for registration with AHPRA and be able to demonstrate professional competence as a Consultant Neurologist. A passion for regional healthcare is also essential in order to be considered for this role.

Sound Interesting?

With its combination of a friendly team culture, extensive professional development opportunities and a focus on work-life balance, you’ll no doubt want to get all the details about this great position.

Please note: locum Neurologist cover is required at this hospital from 16th June 2017 ongoing, so if you already hold FRACP and specialist registration with AHPRA, there is the possibility of working as a locum in the short term.

To apply, email your CV and a brief covering letter to Ian Ormesher at Prescript Recruitment on ian@prescript.com.au or call 1300 755 498 today.

Ian Ormesher

Medical Recruitment Specialist

ian@prescript.com.au

1300 755 498

6 steps to securing a position in Australia

  • Are you a UK trained A&E SHO or Registrar? 
  • Interested in a 12 month position in Australia?
  • Not sure what happens next?

If you're thinking you want to secure a role for August 2017, then Prescript will need to secure an interview for you within the next few weeks. This means we have to move quickly and start the process as soon as possible. I have listed below the 6 steps needed to secure your dream role of working and living in Australia:
 

  1. Prescript will need to assess your eligibility. By registering with Prescript we can discuss the pathways available to you.
  2. Once we have assessed your eligibility we can discuss your preferences and the positions most suited to you.
  3. After we've established what you are looking for, to submit an application we will need to have your CV and two current references. We will only apply for references when we have your permission.
  4. Having submitted your application for a position, we will keep in touch with the hospital to schedule a telephone or Skype interview. This can take a few days or up to a few weeks to organise.
  5. After the interview, if the hospital wants to offer you a position we can assist with discussions on salary and additional benefits, e.g. relocation allowance. This process can take a few weeks.
  6. Once you've accepted the job offer, things will start to move quite quickly, and you'll need to complete paperwork to ensure you are ready to start your new job in Australia. This includes registration with the Medical Board of Australia and arranging a visa. This whole process can take up to three to four months.

 
We will guide you through the process in selecting a position that’s right for you. Below is an overview of the many positions available in various states in Australia:

  • Emergency Resident Medical Officer needed in Western Australia, South Australia and Tasmania. Base salaries from $68,663 - $101,391 plus superannuation (pension) depending on state and level of experience.
  • Emergency Registrar needed in Western Australia, South Australia, Tasmania and regional NSW. Base Salaries from $84,478 - $146,065 plus superannuation (pension) depending on state and level of experience.

Additional benefits may include, professional development opportunities, access to salary packaging, flexible study and annual leave arrangements, plus additional shift and after hours penalty rates.
 
Contact me today to discuss these positions in more detail and to assess your eligibility. Numerous positions are available so if you know of any colleagues looking to move to Australia, please pass on my details.


Call +61 416 544 788, email georgia@prescript.com.au or click the button below to get in touch.

6 Tips for Starting Out as a Locum

Ever thought of locum work?

Prescript is perfectly placed to help you find the best jobs available across Australia. Here are a few handy hints to help you get your ideal locum job as quickly as possible:

1)      Update your CV.

Make sure you send us an up to date copy of your CV including details of your most recent place of work and any relevant experience to the type of locum work that you are looking for.

Don’t have time or don’t know where to start? Prescript are experts at creating professional and relevant CVs and would be happy to help you with this.

2)      Prime Your Referees.

Before we can put you forward for a locum position, we will need to obtain at least two, preferably three, references from consultants that you’ve worked with within the past year. If you’ve worked in more than one specialty over the past year, your most recent supervisor and/or supervisors from the specialty that you want to work as a locum in, will be the best to use. Please don’t forget to let your referees know that they’ll be contacted by us for references. In our experience, the best references always come from people who knew that they were going to be used as a referee and knew that we were going to call!

3)      Get Your Paperwork In Order.

Paperwork and credentialing requirements vary from hospital to hospital (even within the same health district) and generally you will have to re-submit paperwork to each new hospital that you work at as a locum (yes, even within the same health district!). Some of this paperwork will need to be tackled on a case by case basis but to make your life easier, get hold of the following now as a minimum:

  • Certified copies of your passport (and visa, if applicable) and driver licence

  • Certified copy of your primary degree certificate (and fellowship certificate, if you have one)

  • A copy of your current, unrestricted general or specialist AHPRA registration

  • Your indemnity insurance certificate

  • Evidence of vaccination against: HIV; Hepatitis B; Hepatitis C; Measles, Mumps & Rubella; Varicella; dTpa; as well as evidence of any TB screening, if applicable.

  • A national police check dated within the past 2 years

  • Any Working With Children Checks (WWCC) that you currently hold (additional checks may be required if you take up a locum assignment in a new state/territory)

Documents can be certified by fellow doctors as well as nurses, dentists, pharmacists, lawyers or a justice of the peace (JP).

4)      Get Ready For More Paperwork Coming Your Way!

With every new locum placement comes a new credentialing requirement. Having access to a printer and scanner is invaluable. Prescript is also a big fan of electronic signatures and using your mobile phone as a scanner and we will gladly share our tips and tricks with you to make life easier.

5)      Get an Australian Business Number (ABN). 

Depending on the hospital that you work at as a locum, you may have the option to invoice as a contractor rather than be paid via the hospital payroll. To do this, you will need your own ABN which is free of charge and can be done online via the Australian Business Register.

6)      Check Your Diary.

Look at your schedule and decide when you are going to be available for locum work, taking into account adequate rest days between shifts as well as travel time to/from your locum assignment if it’s interstate. Like the sound of a particular job but not sure of the logistics of how to get there? Prescript can talk you through the best itineraries (as well as suggest things to see and do when you’re not at work!)


The team at Prescript are experts in finding you work where and when you want it, and can help you with every step of the process from submitting your CV to submitting your timesheets.

Contact us today on 1300 755 498 or contact@prescript.com.au for more information on how we can help!

Locum Emergency Registrars & Consultants - WA

The hospital is located on the stunning south-west coast of Western Australia, and boasts pristine white beaches, award winning wineries and waterfront restaurants.
— Georgia Stratford

Prescript is partnering with the largest regional emergency department in WA to find locum Emergency Registrars and Consultants to fill an ongoing roster from June to end of December 2017.

  • FIFO roster or secure several month blocks
  • Collaborative team culture
  • Superb coastal location

The Emergency Department is seeking locum doctors who are keen to join a supportive and collaborative team. They can offer flexible roster arrangements, either by securing one month blocks at a time or on a fly-in fly-out basis.  The roster is open to discussion so there can be flexibility on dates. Daily rates are dependent on experience, with all travel and accommodation covered.

On average the Emergency Department receives 40,000 presentations per year. The department has 39 beds including a 10 bed SSU and provides support to the surrounding regional communities. The department functions as the regional centre for the whole South West, therefore sees the complete spectrum of presentations.

The hospital is located on the stunning south coast of Western Australia, and boasts pristine white beaches, award winning wineries and waterfront restaurants. There is a diverse range of outdoor activities available from action packed water sports to relaxing walks through picturesque nature trails. This cosmopolitan regional city really does have it all.

To be successful in this position, you must hold current registration with AHPRA and be at least PGY4 (for the registrar position) or have FACEM (for the consultant position). Experience working in a regional setting is well-regarded.

Interested to find out more? Call Georgia Stratford at Prescript Recruitment on 0416 544 788 or email georgia@prescript.com.au

Bathurst NSW - Location Report

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QUINTESSENTIAL BATHURST

Located on the ‘other’ side of the Great Dividing Range, Bathurst is Australia’s oldest inland settlement from colonial times, boasting a cool climate and a manicured central square where formidable Victorian buildings transport you to the past...
...Bathurst’s global claim to fame is its status as the home of Australian motor sport: since 1963, the ‘Great Race’ (the Bathurst 1000) continues to draw massive crowds to its picturesque, twisty, turny circuit.
— Lonely Planet

GETTING THERE

Driving - You can drive to Bathurst from Sydney in under 3 hours.  Best route is via M4 and A32 - amazing views through the Blue Mountains.

Train - There are infrequent trains arriving and departing from Sydney and it takes about 4 hours.

Airport - You can fly from Sydney Bathurst Airport in 50 minutes. Cost is between $200 and $350 return with REX.

Countryside around Bathurst, NSW

Countryside around Bathurst, NSW

THINGS TO DO & SEE

Bathurst is famous for motor racing - the Bathurst 12 Hour and the Bathurst 1000 at the Mount Panorama Motor Racing Circuit.

Bathurst and the surrounding area is also famous for its historical attractions - from grand Victorian buildings to old gold mining villages.


If you are a doctor and would like to know more about living and and working in Bathurst then Prescript would be very happy to help.  Call 1300 755 498 or click the button below.

Consultant Physician, General Medicine Job in WA

Prescript is partnering with a regional hospital in WA to find an innovative and forward-thinking Consultant Physician, General Medicine to join their team in 2017.

  • Charming city located on an incredible coastline
  • Competitive remuneration package up to $404,283 plus relocation allowance
  • Fantastic opportunity to improve quality and overall patient care in the region
WA Consultant Physician Job

Looking for a new adventure in 2017? Tired of the traffic and ever-rising house prices in the big city? Now’s your chance to make the lifestyle change you’ve been longing for without compromising on career progression. With world-class wine, food, beaches and hiking on offer within minutes of the CBD, you’ll be glad you made the move to this stunning corner of Australia.

As the new Consultant Physician, General Medicine you will rely on your substantial experience to ensure safety and quality for all. Your role will involve undertaking acute medicine outpatient clinics and on-call duties as required. You will also advise and assist in planning service improvements with a particular focus on length of stay, medical education and training.

To be successful in this position, you must hold (or be eligible for) registration by the Medical Board of Australia and a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of Physicians (RACP). 

For more information on this position, contact Elissa Slingsby at Prescript Recruitment on 1300 755 498 or email elissa@prescript.com.au