Rural Generalists - Tasmania is calling...

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ID: JREF-113663
Type: Permanent
Salary: Salary on application
Location: Tasmania
Published: 20/02/2026
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Looking for a role where your skills are valued, your income is solid, and your patients genuinely appreciate you?

Welcome to Smithton, Tasmania’s best-kept rural secret—nestled in lush farmland, close to rugged coastlines, and home to a community that knows the value of a good doctor (and isn’t afraid to say thank you).

We’re on the lookout for an experienced Rural General Practitioner (VMO) to join our busy, well-supported practice and provide VMO services at Smithton District Hospital.

You’ll be joining a solid team that shares the load (and the on-call). Expect variety, autonomy, and the kind of medicine that keeps your brain engaged.

The hospital features:

·       12 acute care beds

·       Emergency department

·       Midwifery clinic

·       Visiting specialists (you won’t be alone out here)

The Perks

We don’t just offer a great job—we back it with serious benefits:

·       Guaranteed daily VMO rate

·       Boost your earnings with a 1:4 to 1:6 VMO roster

·       MMM5 & DPA location = moratorium reduction + training eligibility

·       X-ray training provided (yep, we’ll teach you to read the pics)

·       Car, accommodation, and relocation support

·       Eligible for RVTSACRRM IPGPRIP, and Procedural Grants

·       Support from Allied Health and RNs (care plans, immunisations, women’s health—you won’t be doing it solo)

You’ll Need:

·       General or Vocational Registration with AHPRA

·       Experience managing a broad scope of GP presentations

·       A current emergency medicine certificate (ALS2, REST or equivalent)

·       Recent unsupervised experience in an emergency setting

Why Smithton?

Aside from the unbeatable local produce (the cheese! the seafood!), this is a town where work-life balance isn’t just a pitch—it’s how people live.

Enjoy flexible hours, genuine professional autonomy, and the chance to make a real difference while still having time for the things you love.

Ready to Chat?

If this sounds like your next move—or even just your maybe—let’s talk.

[email protected]

0447 810 070   

If this sounds like something you would be interested in contact Tarryn Stevenson on 0447 810 070 and quote job reference number JREF-113663.

Perhaps you are looking for something a little different?

We have plenty more roles available so do get in touch so we can furnish you with more relevant opportunities.

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