Join a truly rewarding regional opportunity at Cobar District Hospital, providing emergency care to a close-knit rural community. This locum role offers autonomy, variety, and the satisfaction of making a visible difference every shift.
You’ll manage around 3,000 ED presentations annually, supported by an experienced nursing team in a hospital that sits at the centre of its community.
Whether you’re seeking new adventure or continuity across flexible blocks, this is a rare chance to earn $2,000/day while embracing authentic outback living.
The Position
Role: ED SMO (Locum)
Location: Cobar District Hospital, NSW
Rate: Up to $2,000 per day
Hospital Beds: ~10 acute and sub-acute
Presentations: ~3,000 per year
Roster: 24-hour shifts (08:00 – 08:00)
Your Responsibilities
Attend all triage categories (1–5) in person between 08:00 and 20:00
Overnight (20:00 – 08:00): attend in person for triage 1–3; on-call for 4–5 at your discretion
Work autonomously while supported by skilled nurses and district services
Dates Available:
25 Nov – 02 Dec 2025
09 Dec – 16 Dec 2025
16 Dec – 23 Dec 2025
23 Dec – 30 Dec 2025
30 Dec – 06 Jan 2026
06 Jan – 13 Jan 2026
13 Jan – 20 Jan 2026
20 Jan – 27 Jan 2026
27 Jan – 03 Feb 2026
Why You’ll Love This Role
High pay – up to $2,000/day
Flexible blocks – choose what suits you
All logistics handled – credentialing, travel and accommodation arranged
Preferred partner access – Prescript secures shifts early
Impactful work – lead care delivery in a regional ED that truly values its doctors
Location Spotlight: Cobar, NSW
Live and work where the outback begins.
Cobar is a vibrant mining town in central-western NSW known for its rich history, wide-open landscapes, and welcoming locals. With big skies, beautiful sunsets, and a strong sense of community, it’s a place that rewards those who embrace rural life.
Getting There
Fly – FlyPelican offers direct flights from Sydney (approx. 1.5 hours).
Drive – 8 hours from Sydney, 7 from Canberra, 9 from Melbourne.
Cobar Regional Airport – only 5 km from the town centre.
What to Do in Your Downtime
Visit Fort Bourke Hill Lookout for panoramic mining views
Explore the Great Cobar Heritage Centre and local museums
Discover Mount Grenfell Historic Site with Aboriginal rock art
Relax at local cafés, pubs, or the town pool
Enjoy walking trails and quiet evenings under outback stars
Hospital Snapshot
Cobar District Hospital (Western NSW Local Health District)
24-hour emergency service
Around 3,000 ED presentations annually
~10 acute/sub-acute beds
Strong nursing and community support
Provides general medicine, rehab, palliative care, renal dialysis and outpatient services
This is a sole-doctor-on-call position, supported by experienced nursing staff and regional health resources. You’ll have real autonomy, professional respect, and the chance to make immediate impact in the community.
Interested? Let’s make it happen.
If you’re an experienced ED SMO ready for a rewarding rural challenge, contact Niko Triantafyllis to learn more or secure your preferred block.
Niko Triantafyllis
Recruitment Partner - Emergency Medicine
niko@prescript.com.au
0416 958 033
