Rural Generalist - Flinders Island, Tasmania

Job details

ID: JREF-114845
Type: Permanent
Salary: Salary on application
Location: Tasmania
Published: 10/04/2026
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  • Approx. $400,000 billings per year
  • $100K GP Incentive Package over 5 years
  • MMM7 practice: eligibility for rural WIP payments, HELP-FEE elimination

Doctor Wanted: Escape the Grind & Practice Medicine in Paradise

Looking for a sea change or tree change? How about dolphins, wallabies, and a coastline commute? Join a legendary, tight-knit team on Flinders Island, where locals know your name and genuinely appreciate your care.

About the Practice:

Our well-established medical centre is the healthcare heartbeat of Flinders Island—the largest of the Furneaux Group of islands, between Tasmania and mainland Australia. We offer a true Rural Generalist experience, from GP consultations to emergency and inpatient services, all backed by a passionate, supportive team. This is a rare opportunity to work in a vibrant, caring community while practicing a wide scope of medicine in a beautiful, inspiring location.

Why Flinders Island?

  • Nature as your neighbour: Granite peaks, white sand beaches, and no traffic lights.
  • Community spirit: Patients know and appreciate you, often delivering fresh veggies in gratitude.
  • Work-life balance: Surf in the morning, consult by lunch, hike after work. Repeat.
  • Lifestyle meets career: A chance to practice full-scope medicine without the city grind.

The Role:

We are seeking a Full-Time GP/VMO to live on-island. You’ll be delivering full-spectrum bulk-billed GP care, emergency and inpatient services (with support), community health initiatives that truly make a difference, and team-based care alongside a supportive, fun, and professional team. Start date: Ideally from October 2026 onwards (can start off in a FIFO capacity to try it out before moving onto the island in January 2027)

What We’re Looking For:

  • Vocational Registration (FRACGP or FACRRM), experience in emergency/inpatient care, strong communicator and team player with a passion for community-focused care.

Perks That Pack a Punch:

  • Approx. $400,000 billings per year
  • On-call earnings of roughly $170,000 per year
  • House & car provided
  • $100K GP Incentive Package over 5 years
  • Relocation assistance (from Ochre and the People Project)
  • $5,000 of airfares + $2,000 CPD allowance
  • $2,000 site visit grant available (combine with a holiday!)
  • GP NOW Rapid Response Team—ongoing rural GP support
  • MMM7 practice: eligibility for rural WIP payments, HELP-FEE elimination

Why This Role is Special

Be part of a team that values you and your work, enjoy a balanced lifestyle while practicing wide-scope medicine, opportunity to become a local hero while making a genuine impact, flexible rostering, and work options to suit your life stage.

Want to Know More?

For a confidential discussion or to express interest, call Tarryn Stevenson on 0447 810 070, or email your CV to [email protected].

If this sounds like something you would be interested in contact Tarryn Stevenson on 0447 810 070 and quote job reference number JREF-114845.

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