Prescript Recruitment is currently supporting several regional hospital emergency departments located within approximately 1–1.5 hours of Brisbane.
These Rural Generalist and ED SMO locum opportunities are ideal for doctors with strong emergency department experience who are looking for flexible GP/ED hospital work close to Brisbane, without the need for long-distance rural travel.
Available shifts are across Gatton, Boonah, Laidley and Esk, all within easy reach of Brisbane. Doctors can nominate single shifts, selected dates, or longer blocks across late June and July 2026.
These are regional hospital GP/ED settings, rather than tertiary hospitals. The roles suit doctors who are confident managing emergency presentations and who enjoy practical, community-focused medicine in supported regional environments.
The Opportunity
Role: Rural Generalist / ED SMO
Setting: Regional hospital GP/ED
Locations: Gatton, Boonah, Laidley and Esk, Queensland
Distance from Brisbane: Approximately 1–1.5 hours
Dates: 29 June – 31 July 2026
Rates:
GP Specialist: $2,350 per day
Non-Specialist: $2,100 per day
Why Consider These Locum Shifts?
These GP/ED locum shifts offer a strong balance of accessibility, flexibility and meaningful regional impact.
For Rural Generalists and ED SMOs based in Brisbane, South East Queensland, or nearby regions, this is an opportunity to support regional hospital emergency departments while staying close to the city.
You can choose dates that suit your availability, with Prescript providing dedicated support through shift selection, credentialing, logistics and preparation.
Locations Near Brisbane
Boonah
Approximately 1 hour from Brisbane
Gatton
Approximately 1 hour 10 minutes from Brisbane
Laidley
Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes from Brisbane
Esk
Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes from Brisbane
Available Shifts
Gatton
29 June: W10, D10 — 0730–1800
30 June: D10 — 0730–1800, W10
1 July: L10 — 1300–2330 + on-call
2 July: L10 — 1300–2330 + on-call
4 July: L10 — 1300–2330 + on-call
7 July: D10 — 0730–1800, L10 — 1300–2330 + on-call
8 July: L10 — 1300–2330 + on-call
9 July: L10 — 1300–2330 + on-call
12 July: L10 — 1300–2330 + on-call
13 July: L10 — 1300–2330 + on-call
15 July: L10 — 1300–2330 + on-call
17 July: L10 — 1300–2330 + on-call
18 July: L10 — 1300–2330 + on-call
22 July: L10 — 1300–2330 + on-call
23 July: L10 — 1300–2330 + on-call
24 July: L10 — 1300–2330 + on-call
27 July: L10 — 1300–2330 + on-call
28 July: L10 — 1300–2330 + on-call
29 July: L10 — 1300–2330 + on-call
30 July: L10 — 1300–2330 + on-call
31 July: L10 — 1300–2330 + on-call
Boonah
30 June: 1100–2130 + on-call/standby
1 July: 0730–1800 and 1100–2130 + on-call/standby
4 July: 1100–2130 + on-call/standby
6 July: 0730–1800
7 July: 1100–2130 + on-call/standby
12 July: 1100–2130 + on-call/standby
19 July: 1100–2130 + on-call/standby
24 July: 1100–2130 + on-call/standby
25 July: 0730–1800
26 July: 1100–2130 + on-call/standby
31 July: 1100–2130 + on-call/standby
Laidley
29 June: 1200–2230
1 July: 1200–2230
3 July: 1200–2230
4 July: 1200–2230
6 July: 1200–2230
20 July: On-call/standby — 2230–0800
30 July: 1200–2230
Esk
2 July: DN10 — 1100–2130 + on-call 2130–0800
3 July: D10 — 0800–1830
4 July: D10 — 0800–1830
5 July: DN10 — 1100–2130 + on-call 2130–0800
23 July: DN10 — 1100–2130 + on-call 2130–0800
25 July: DN10 — 1100–2130 + on-call 2130–0800
Benefits
Accommodation provided
Travel assistance available
Competitive daily rates
Flexible single shifts or longer blocks
Dedicated Prescript support before, during and after placement
Requirements
To be considered for these Rural Generalist and ED SMO locum jobs near Brisbane, you will need:
Current AHPRA registration
Rural Generalist or ED SMO experience
GP Specialist or Non-Specialist background
Emergency Department experience
Eligibility for credentialing
Completion of mandatory ieMR training before commencement
Please note: mandatory ieMR training is required and usually involves two full days on the Monday and Tuesday before commencement.
Apply or Enquire
To express interest, please contact Mel Houston with your preferred location and available dates.
Mel Houston
Senior Recruitment Partner
Rural Generalists & Emergency Medicine
mel@prescript.com.au
0415 075 498
