Rural Generalists - Tasmania is calling...
Job details
| ID: | JREF-113663 |
|---|---|
| Type: | Permanent |
| Salary: | Salary on application |
| Location: | Tasmania |
| Published: | 20/02/2026 |
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 RVTS, ACRRM IP, GPRIP, 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.
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.
