Rural GP VMO – Smithton, Tasmania Escape the rush.
Embrace real medicine — and a better lifestyle.
Looking for more variety in your work, more meaning in your day, and more space in your life?
Join a well-established rural practice in Smithton on Tasmania's stunning northwest coast.
Here, you'll combine traditional general practice with VMO hospital work in a supportive, well-equipped environment — and enjoy a lifestyle that's hard to beat.
The opportunity We're looking for an experienced Rural GP (VMO) to join our team at Ochre Medical Centre Smithton and provide on-call services to the Smithton District Hospital .
You'll be one of up to 7 GPs sharing the hospital roster, supported by a fantastic nursing team and visiting specialists.
The hospital includes: 12 acute care beds Emergency department Midwifery clinic X-ray facilities (with training provided if required) This is a rewarding, hands-on role where you can really make a difference — while earning well and living well.
What's on offer: Excellent earning potential — combine GP and VMO billings $**** site visit grant for eligible applicants through the People Project DPA/MMM5 location – moratorium reduction and access to financial incentives RVTS ACRRM Independent Pathway eligible Procedural Grants and GPRIP payments apply X-ray training provided Relocation, car,



and accommodation support 1:4 to 1:6 VMO roster Solid admin and clinical support, with RN-led CDM, immunisations, and women's health Regular visits from allied health and specialist services Why Ochre Health?
We were founded by two rural GPs who wanted to build a better kind of medical group — one that understands the realities of rural practice and supports doctors to thrive.
Today, Ochre supports over 450 doctors across Australia, including 90+ registrars, with practices in every corner of the country — from city hubs to remote outposts.
Why Smithton?
Smithton offers the kind of peaceful, community-based lifestyle that's getting harder to find.
Surrounded by farmland, forest, and the pristine waters of the Bass Strait , this is a place where you'll know your neighbours, your patients, and your weekend fishing spots.
Affordable living in a welcoming community Access to beaches, bushland, and national parks Great for families, couples, or solo adventurers An easy drive to Burnie, and flights to Hobart or Melbourne You'll need: General or Vocational Registration with AHPRA ALS2 / REST or equivalent emergency medicine certificate Confidence managing common ED presentations Recent experience working in an unsupervised emergency setting

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