GP VMO - Scottsdale

• Mixed Billing - very supportive and friendly practice.
• Daily VMO rate, relocation assistance and start-up incentive
• Accommodation and car provided for VMOs.

Rural GP VMO – Scottsdale, Tasmania

Thriving practice. Dual income streams. True flexibility.

Looking for a role that offers meaningful medicine, two income streams, and full autonomy over your hours? Join us in Scottsdale, just an hour from Launceston, where rural generalism meets great infrastructure and work-life balance.

We’re seeking a Rural GP VMO to join our well-established medical centre and provide VMO services to Scottsdale Hospital, which is just next door. Whether you're seeking full-time, part-time, or something in between, this is a role where you set the pace — and the rewards are real.

What’s on offer

• Dual income streams — combine GP billings and VMO on-call
• $1,200 (increasing soon!) per day on-call rate (even if you're not called in)
• GP VMOs typically earn $350K+ depending on sessions and VMO shifts
• $2000 site visit grants through the People Project, for eligible applicants
• DPA & MMM5 location — access to:
  • 30% moratorium reduction (10 years down to 7)
  • GRIP payments – up to $23K/year
  • ACRRM IP, RACGP FSP, RVTS, RGTS, AGPT pathways eligible
• Car, accommodation, fuel & utilities covered for VMO work
• Opportunities for supervision
• Supportive CDM program led by experienced nurses
• Fully flexible hours — no mandated shifts or days
• Strong internal support: PPE, clinical protocols, and Ochre-wide supply networks
• Practice management and admin support you can rely on

About the practice & hospital

• Purpose-built clinic with 5 consulting rooms, 3-bay treatment room, procedure room, and on-site pathology
• Operating Mon–Fri 8am–6pm, Sat 9am–11am (can be adjusted to your needs)
• Scottsdale Hospital:
  • 19 acute care beds
  • Emergency department (ATS CAT 1–5)
  • Outpatient, maternity (low risk), physio, radiology, and visiting specialists
  • Formal VMO contract 365 days/year with the Tasmanian Health Service

Life in Scottsdale

Surrounded by green rolling hills and just an hour from Launceston, Scottsdale is a regional hub with a relaxed, welcoming feel. It’s close enough to the city for convenience but far enough away for peace, space, and real community connection.

• Population ~2,500 — friendly, family-oriented, and community-minded
• Nearby attractions include:
  • Blue Derby world-class mountain bike trails
  • Barnbougle Dunes & Lost Farm top-25-ranked golf courses
  • Bridestowe Lavender Estate — a must-see destination
  • Local wineries, fresh produce, and weekend markets
• Great schools, sporting clubs, and services

What you’ll need

• General or Specialist Registration with AHPRA
• ALS2 (or equivalent) and recent emergency experience (within the last 18 months)

Interested? Let’s talk.

Call Tarryn Stevenson on 0447 810 070 or email your CV to [email protected].

We’ll take you through the opportunity, community, and anything else you need to know — no pressure, just honest answers.