Please note the closing date to submit applications has
been extended.
Explore unique healthcare
opportunities as a Rural Generalist with the WA Country Health
Service (WACHS) in the stunning Kimberley Region.
We are currently
specifically recruiting for positions in Derby, Kununurra, Fitzroy
Crossing, Halls Creek, and Wyndham Hospitals.
In addition, there may be General
Practitioner Obstetrician (GPO) and General Practitioner
Anaesthetist (GPA) opportunities available in Broome, but please
note that the primary positions for this recruitment pool are now
based in the above hospitals.
This is a recruitment pool to fill Permanent (Sessional,
Part-Time or Full Time) or Fixed Term (Sessional, Part-Time or Full
Time) appointments. Fixed Term appointments include the possibility
of extension(s) and/or permanency.
Why Choose Our Roles in the Kimberley?
Working
in the Kimberley means embracing a dynamic healthcare environment
amidst breathtaking natural beauty. You'll tackle a wide variety of
medical cases, from tropical medicine to acute and chronic
conditions in both adults and children. Every day brings new
challenges and opportunities for growth.
You
will never be alone in this remote setting. Reporting to the Senior
Medical Officer at each site will ensure you have the guidance and
mentorship to thrive. You'll have access to resident specialists in
person or via telehealth, and the WACHS Command Centre offer
support with rapid care coordination and team leadership Emergency
Medicine and Mental Health patients. In this role you
regularly collaborate with the Royal Flying Doctor Service which
will hone your skills in patient retrieval and high-level
care.
Our
roles immerse you in a vibrant cross-cultural environment, where
engagement with Aboriginal communities is a key aspect of your
role. With nearly half of the 40,000 people in the Kimberley being
Aboriginal, your work will make a tangible difference in these
communities.
At
WACHS, we value teamwork. As part of our multidisciplinary team,
you'll collaborate with Remote Area Nurses, Nurse Practitioners,
Allied Health staff, Aboriginal Health Workers, and Aboriginal
Liaison Officers. Together, we practice medicine in this
extraordinary environment, fostering continuous learning and
professional development.
Are
you ready for an extraordinary role? If you seek a challenge that
ignites your passion and want to make an unparalleled difference,
your journey begins in the Kimberley. Hear what our Rural
Generalists have to say about their experiences here!
Want
to know more? Hear what our
Rural Generalists have to say about working in the
Kimberley!
Please note: If successful your level and
classification will be determined based on your qualifications,
certifications, experience and how you demonstrate this during the
assessment process.
Our Regional Hospitals:
Broome Hospital serves as the regional resource centre in
the Kimberley Region. It boasts a comprehensive range of medical
services, including a four-bed high dependency unit, 39 beds in
medical, surgical, and maternity units, and additional specialized
units such as a 10-bed paediatric unit and an eight-bed in-patient
mental health unit. The hospital's emergency department is a
bustling hub of activity, addressing a wide range of healthcare
needs. Broome Hospital is well-equipped for surgical procedures,
particularly in general surgery and gynaecology, with an annual
delivery rate of approximately 350 babies. The hospital is
supported by dedicated resident specialist teams, including general
surgeons, general physicians, paediatricians, psychiatrists, and
gynaecologists. Furthermore, Broome benefits from regular visits by
specialist physicians, orthopaedic surgeons, ENT specialists,
dermatologists, and cardiologists.
Derby Hospital is located at the main access point to the
famous Gibb River Road, embodies the friendly and relaxed character
of the Kimberley. The hospital's services include an emergency
department, 22 acute care beds, and an additional four maternity
beds complete with a birthing suite. The hospital is staffed by
District Medical Officers who collaborate with rotating junior
doctors to provide comprehensive healthcare services.
Kununurra District Hospital is situated just 37 kilometres
from the Northern Territory border, Kununurra District Hospital
primarily operates under the guidance of District Medical Officers.
It offers a total of 32 inpatient beds and extends its reach by
providing clinics and telephone support to Wyndham and Halls Creek
Hospitals, as well as to the Warman and Kalumburu communities.
Kununurra delivers around 120 babies and does around 500 surgeries
a year.
Fitzroy Crossing Hospital is committed to delivering
high-quality indigenous health services. It offers modern
facilities and a 12-bed facility to ensure the comfort and
well-being of patients.
Halls Creek Hospital provides essential healthcare
services with its eight acute beds, four boarding beds, and a
dedicated palliative care bed. Additionally, medical staff visit
the community of Yiyili on a weekly basis, extending healthcare
support beyond the hospital's premises.
Wyndham Hospital is in Australia's northernmost town, 105
kilometres northwest of Kununurra, Wyndham Hospital serves a small
population of approximately 900 residents offering crucial
healthcare services to the local community.
What's in it for you:
-
Discover the Kimberley's natural wonders, from pristine
beaches to rugged landscapes. Your downtime will be filled with
unforgettable outdoor experiences.
- You’ll
become part of a vibrant and close-knit community, the people
of the Kimberley are known for their warm
hospitality.
- Need
to travel to the city? Perth is only a short 2 ½ hour flight
away from Broome, with regional residents entitled to capped
price flights.
- Competitive
salary packages which are among the highest in
Australia.
- Additional
entitlements for working in a rural location such as district
allowance, accommodation subsidies, air conditioner subsidies,
travel days and, generous annual leave
entitlements.
-
If you are coming to work from overseas or
interstate:
-
You may be eligible to be reimbursed for costs related
to the relocation of yourself and your immediate family
(conditions apply).
-
We can offer a range of employee-sponsored work visas
including PR (conditions apply).
Keen
to know more about the salaries and benefits? Check out the
medical practitioner salaries and benefits
page.
Contact Information: Want more information about this
role? Reach out to via email: WACHSDoctor.Seniors@health.wa.gov.au.
Application Process:
Applicants must create a profile and apply online via MedCareersWA
Ref 492450 with a valid email address. Applicants are required
to attach:
- Selection Statement Addressing the criteria detailed in the
Applicant
Selection Criteria - Kimberley - Rural Generalist Pool.pdf
(not the JDF).
- a comprehensive CV that clearly shows your experience
relevant to this role.
- the names and contact details of 2 professional referees.
One of your referees MUST be your
current supervisor or manager.
This
is an active “open-ended” recruitment pool, and as such the
following should be noted:
- The
panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications and
will assess on a regular basis.
- Suitable
applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may
be made when similar vacancies occur.
- Appointments
may be made from this pool until 27/06/2026
This
vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children
(WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC
website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
Please
note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory
Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of
employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on
satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent
requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in
the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the
attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.
