GP – Ongoing Correctional Health Locum | Up to $210/hr | Melbourne & Regional Victoria

Ongoing from November 2025 | Flexible weekday and weekend shifts

Melbourne & Regional VIC – Multiple Correctional Health Facilities

$180–$210 per hour (weekday & weekend rates)

Step into a role that combines structure, purpose, and flexibility. We’re partnering with one of Victoria’s leading correctional health providers to offer ongoing locum opportunities for experienced GPs across multiple secure facilities. You’ll play a crucial role in supporting an often-overlooked population - providing primary and acute care to individuals at the point of reception and throughout their custodial journey.

Whether you’re seeking consistent ongoing shifts or flexible work alongside other commitments, this is an opportunity to make a genuine impact in a stable, well-supported clinical environment.

The Role

As a GP in correctional health, you’ll deliver evidence-based medical care to people in custody, focusing on:

  • Conducting reception health assessments for new arrivals

  • Managing chronic conditions, acute presentations, and preventive health needs

  • Collaborating closely with nursing, allied health, and mental health teams

  • Providing continuity of care within a structured, low-pressure clinical model

Typical hours: Monday–Friday 8am–5pm, Saturday 9am–5pm, Sunday 8am–4pm
Shift options: Choose from multiple metropolitan and regional facilities including Ravenhall, Lara, Ararat, Castlemaine, and West Melbourne.

Minimum two-week blocks preferred; flexible scheduling available.

Why You’ll Love This Role

  • Excellent Rates – Earn $180–$210 per hour (Sunday premium rate)

  • No On-Call or After-Hours – Predictable, structured workdays

  • Supportive Environment – Experienced nursing and security staff on site

  • Flexible Locations – Choose from nine Victorian correctional centres

  • Purpose-Driven Work – Contribute to improving long-term health outcomes for a vulnerable community

  • Preferred Agency Access – Prescript has priority visibility on upcoming rosters

Eligibility & Requirements

  • Current AHPRA registration (General or Specialist)

  • Fellowship of RACGP or ACRRM (preferred)

  • Willingness to undergo National Police Check and Working with Children Check

  • Up-to-date immunisation evidence (Hep B, COVID-19, Influenza, TB)

  • Prior experience in correctional, emergency, or community health highly regarded

About Prescript Recruitment

Prescript Recruitment is a trusted provider to correctional, emergency, and primary health services across Australia.

We handle the details - from credentialing and compliance through to travel coordination and pay - so you can focus on patient care. Our team understands the unique demands of correctional medicine and provides full transparency and support at every step.

Meet Your Recruitment Partner

Niko Triantafyllis
niko@prescript.com.au | 0416 958 033

Niko is Prescript’s in-house expert for correctional locum roles. Based in Sydney, he supports doctors across Australia — from early-career GPs looking to broaden their experience to senior clinicians seeking meaningful, well-structured work.

With six years’ experience in medical recruitment and a background in HR, Niko is known for his clear communication, friendly energy, and genuine care for every doctor he works with.

When you work with Niko, you’re supported every step of the way — from credentialing and logistics through to your next great shift.

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