At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team as a GP VMO and provide essential medical care in a supportive environment.
- Company: Ochre Health Coonamble, a well-equipped and accredited medical practice.
- Benefits: Earn $500-$550k annually, with flexible work options and a sign-on bonus.
- Other info: Enjoy a dynamic role with excellent support from allied health professionals.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the community while enjoying great earning potential.
- Qualifications: AHPRA General Registration or FRACGP/FACRRM required; previous experience preferred.
About the Position
Are you looking for a new challenge with a high earning potential? Ochre Health Coonamble might be the location for you as we are currently recruiting for the following GP VMO roles at this site:
- Non-VR General Practitioner VMO – General Registration
- ACRRM IP, RVTS, FSP – GP Pathways
- VR General Practitioner VMO – FRACGP/FACRRM
Practice Overview
Ochre Health Coonamble practice comes with several well‑equipped consultation rooms, a treatment room, a procedure room and on‑site pathology. Our clinic operates from 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday to Friday. The medical centre is AGPAL accredited and is a bulk billing practice. The practice also provides VMO support to nearby Coonamble Hospital (MPS). Coonamble Hospital is equipped with 3 emergency beds, 8 acute care beds and an 18‑bed residential aged care facility.
On‑call Rotations
Coonamble hospital runs a three‑doctor model roster, where doctors spend on average 120 days on call per year. When on call, you will start a morning ward round then later that morning work at the clinic, a two‑minute drive away. Your on‑call responsibilities cover all emergency presentations between 8 am and 6 pm. After 6 pm and on weekends you are responsible only for emergency category 1 & 2 presentations. The medical centre is not open on weekends.
Benefits
- Great earning potential of $500 – $550k per year
- Support the VMO Hospital roster 1:3 with a $1,500 VMO daily rate
- Sign‑on Bonus paid on commencement date
- 30 % reduction in your moratorium, a reduction from 10 years to 7 years (DPA location)
- Eligible for ACRRM IP, RVTS, FSP – GP training pathways
- Procedural Grants and GRIP payments as an MM6 location with $16k in your 1st year and $35k in your 5th year
- Flexible work arrangements with an option for FIFO as Dubbo Airport is little over 90 minutes drive away
- Comprehensive clinical protocols and an internal supply network for all necessary PPE and other equipment
- Car and accommodation are provided for VMO services
- Practice is supported by visiting Allied Health and Registered Nurses to assist with CDM, immunisations and women’s health
Requirements
- AHPRA General Registration or FRACGP/ FACRRM (Vocational Registration)
- Previous General Practice experience or current emergency certification (ALS2 or equivalent) / Emergency experience
- Work can either be part-time or full-time, whichever best supports your career aspirations
GP VMO – Coonamble employer: Ochre Health
Ochre Health Coonamble is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work environment with great earning potential and flexible arrangements tailored to your career aspirations. With comprehensive clinical protocols, on-site pathology, and a collaborative team including visiting Allied Health professionals, you will have ample opportunities for professional growth while enjoying the benefits of living in a vibrant community. The practice's commitment to employee well-being and development makes it an attractive choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in healthcare.
