The Opportunity
We are seeking VR and non-VR General Practitioners (GPs) on a permanent and locum basis to join our medical team in Orbost, a charming small town in the East Gippsland region.
Practice Details
Our GP practice is co-located at the local hospital with 12 consult rooms.
As the sole practice in town, you will have the opportunity to support a large catchment area.
The position is available full-time, part-time, and locum, with mixed billing arrangements.
Strong nursing support is provided, and online appointments can be made.
Allied health services are also available onsite.
VMO Roster Opportunity
For GPs looking to maintain their emergency skills, an optional VMO roster is available, working at the hospital as a visiting medical officer (VMO).
The Location
Orbost is a historic tourist town surrounded by national parks, forests, and beaches.
The town has a population of approximately 2,500 people and is situated in the Shire of East Gippsland, Victoria, Australia.
It is located 375 kilometers east of Melbourne and 235 kilometers south of Canberra, where the Princes Highway crosses the Snowy River.
Orbost is a DPA MMM5 location, making it eligible for various funding opportunities and programs.
Benefits
Relocation assistance up to $10,000 is available, along with rent assistance.
The location offers a relaxed lifestyle, with nearby beaches, national parks, and forests to explore.
The drive from Bairnsdale takes approximately one hour, while Melbourne is four and a half hours away.
Eligible Programs
Orbost is eligible for the following programs:
* PFP (Practice Incentives Program)
* Expedited Specialist Stream
* PEP Specialist Stream
* FSP Fellowship Support Program
* RVTS Remote Vocational Training Scheme
* ACCRM Independent Pathway
* ACRRM Specialist Pathway
* Rural Generalist Training Scheme (RGTS)
Suitable Candidates
This opportunity would suit:
* VR GPs looking for a change of pace in the beautiful East Gipsland region
* Experienced rural generalists seeking a permanent or locum placement
* Non-VR GPs looking for a training location eligible for all pathways