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Seeking more sunshine in your life and to have more work/life balance?

We are seeking a Consultant General Physician to be part of a dynamic and exciting health environment within a picturesque setting. Join a friendly team in Mount Gambier, South Australia.

  • Closing date: 10th March
  • Large regional city
  • Regular 1 hour 10 minute flights to both Melbourne & Adelaide
  • Competitive package (circa AUD$292k to AUD$540k), dep on exp
  • Ideally you will hold FRACP, or have been assessed by the RACP as being "substantially comparable"

The Role

Mount Gambier & Districts Health Service is the largest hospital in rural South Australia and has been identified in the Government's 'Plan for Country Health' as one of the four general hospitals which will provide treatment for country people closer to home. 

You will provide clinical expertise in the Department of Medicine, which includes the oversight and management of both inpatients and outpatients. Providing clinical leadership in the care of adult patients, you will supervise all clinical practices of junior medical staff, as well as contributing to the education of all health staff affiliated with the service. You will also have an active engagement in Continuous Quality Improvement activities, including clinical audit and morbidity and mortality review.

You will hold FRACP (or equivalent, e.g. FRCP) and be registered or eligible for registration with AHPRA as a specialist in General Medicine. If you are an overseas trained physician and you have been assessed by the RACP as "substantially comparable", this is very helpful.

Please note that depending on your personal background and experience, you may be required to fulfil English language requirements, such as IELTS or OET, as part of the registration process.

Location

The South East Region of South Australia offers a range of wonderful experiences, and Mount Gambier is a large regional city which offers a high level of facilities and services for both families and individuals. Renowned for its mysterious Blue Lake and gorgeous volcanic landscape, Mount Gambier in South Australia is a popular location for families. Nestled on a picturesque hinterland, Mount Gambier offers plentiful of scenic spots and an array of activities for all ages.

Working along the South East Region of South Australia, you will enjoy a quality lifestyle surrounded by an array of attractions such as the renowned Blue Lake.  Located on the slopes of a dormant volcano Mount Gambier services a population of 30,000 and is one of the fastest growing cities in South Australia.

Mount Gambier is located 436kms from Adelaide and 441kms from Melbourne, so each is a short 1h 10minute direct flight, or an easy drive from either city. It is an ideal location for families with loads of fun attractions for children of all ages. Enjoy the natural and cultural beauty of the surrounding region, the caves and sinkholes, coastline, rivers, lakes and wineries. In addition, Mount Gambier also offers a multitude of adventurous outdoor activities such as the cave diving, hiking, walking trails and trekking opportunities.

More about the Mount Gambier, the Limestone Coast and the South Australian Lifestyle

What Head Medical can do for you
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