At Prescript, we work with doctors who want to do more than just fill a shift. This is a locum opportunity where your clinical skills will have a direct impact—supporting a regional hospital that plays a vital role in its community, while giving you time and space to recharge by the coast.
We’re currently seeking a FACEM for flexible locum work at North West Regional Hospital in Burnie, Tasmania. Whether you’re looking for a quick two-day block or something longer, we’ll help you find the right fit—so you can focus on what matters most.
The Position
Burnie’s Emergency Department is part of a modern, 160-bed regional hospital that services Tasmania’s North West region and King Island. The ED team manages a wide range of presentations—from resus and trauma through to medical and minor injuries—with the support of solid infrastructure and well-established systems.
You’ll be joining a department that’s appropriately staffed and well run. Day shifts are supported by four FACEMs, with five to six ED Registrars or CMOs rostered across the 24-hour cycle. You’ll work alongside a collaborative team, with the right level of responsibility and support.
Dates Available
Shifts are available from 27 April to 24 May 2025, with a minimum booking of two to three shifts.
We can also help you identify blocks of shifts that allow time off to explore the region between clinical work.
Available shift times include:
07:30 – 17:00 (standard or MOIC)
14:00 – 23:30
15:30 – 01:00 (MOIC) + on-call to 07:30 the following morning
What’s Included
We provide end-to-end support, with everything handled on your behalf:
$3,500 per day for standard shifts
$3,600 per day for MOIC shifts
Travel booked and paid for
Private accommodation arranged
Car hire included
Our team handles the logistics so you can focus on delivering quality care, not paperwork or planning.
What We’re Looking For
You’ll be a FACEM with current AHPRA specialist registration, confident managing a variety of emergency presentations and comfortable working in a regional hospital environment. Previous experience in rural or remote settings is valued, but not essential.
We’re looking for doctors who care about doing high-quality work and making a genuine contribution to the communities they serve.
Next Steps
This is regional emergency medicine at its best—challenging, collaborative, well-supported, and based in a part of the country where you can truly unwind between shifts. Whether you're stepping away from a permanent role or just seeking a short-term change, we're here to help make it seamless.
To request available shifts or talk through the role, reach out directly to:
Mel Houston
mel@prescript.com.au | 0415 075 498
Elliott Hunter
elliott@prescript.com.au | 0451 445 969
Prescript Recruitment
Perfectly Placed For Doctors
We help end Australia’s regional doctor shortage—by matching the right doctors with the right communities and supporting them every step of the way.
“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 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.”