We’re supporting Swan Hill Health Service with a high-value locum opportunity for an experienced Acute Ward Clinical Lead / Rural Generalist.
This role is ideal for a senior clinician who enjoys leading from the front while remaining clinically hands-on. You’ll provide clear clinical leadership of the Acute Ward, supported by a strong junior medical team and established escalation pathways.
The blocks are well defined, the scope is clear, and the service is known for being welcoming, organised, and appreciative of experienced locums.
The Role
Clinical leadership of the Acute Ward
General Medicine admissions and ward reviews
Escalations, MET calls, trauma and Code Blue responses
On-call as rostered
Ward size of up to ~20 General Medicine patients
Strong HMO support across day and afternoon shifts
Dates Available
23 February – 1 March 2026
9 March – 15 March 2026
One or both blocks available.
What’s Included
$2,500 per day (inclusive of on-call & recalls)
Accommodation provided
Travel arranged or reimbursed (ATO rate or approved flights/car hire)
End-to-end Prescript support — credentialing, logistics, and rostering
About Swan Hill
Located on the Murray River in north-west Victoria, Swan Hill offers a relaxed regional lifestyle with excellent amenities, riverside walks, cafés, and warm community spirit.
Getting there:
Around 4.5 hours’ drive from Melbourne
Regional flights available via Mildura, with easy onward travel
In Your Downtime
Enjoy river walks, local wineries, paddle-steaming heritage, farmers’ markets, and quiet evenings that actually feel restorative - a big part of why doctors return to Swan Hill.
If you’re looking for a meaningful leadership locum with strong support, we’d love to talk it through.
Mel Houston
Senior Recruitment Partner | Emergency Medicine & Rural Generalists
0415 075 498
mel@prescript.com.au
