GP Fellowship Training Opportunity | East Gippsland

Applications Close 6 September 2026 | Training Commences January 2027

Are you considering a future in General Practice or Rural Generalism?

A rare opportunity is available to join the Remote Vocational Training Scheme (RVTS) in Orbost, East Gippsland, and work towards FRACGP and/or FACRRM Fellowship while remaining in the same community throughout your training.

Unlike many traditional training pathways, RVTS allows eligible doctors to remain in the same practice and community while receiving dedicated supervision, mentoring and educational support throughout their Fellowship journey.

What RVTS Offers

- Pathway to FRACGP and/or FACRRM Fellowship
- Government-funded vocational training
- Remain in one practice and community throughout training
- Dedicated supervision, mentoring and medical education
- Fellowship examination preparation and support
- Strong skilled and peer networks
- Broad scope rural medicine experience
- Earn while you train

Key Eligibility Requirements

- AHPRA General Registration, or eligibility to obtain General Registration prior to commencement
- Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or eligible Temporary Resident
- Commitment to training and living within a rural community




- Applicants must disclose any current enrolment in, or application to, another vocational training pathway

Who This Opportunity May Suit
- PGY2+ Doctors
- RMOs, HMOs and SRMOs
- Emergency Medicine Doctors
- Doctors interested in Rural Generalism
- IMG doctors with AHPRA General Registration
- Doctors exploring a long-term career in General Practice

Location

Orbost is a welcoming rural community in East Gippsland, Victoria, located near Lakes Entrance and the Gippsland Lakes region. The position offers the opportunity to develop broad clinical skills, build meaningful community connections, and enjoy an exceptional regional lifestyle.

Applications

Applications close 6 September 2026.

Training commences January 2027.

Interested in learning more?

Please send a direct message for a confidential discussion regarding eligibility, the practice, and the application process or Email: [email protected] Stella M: 0438 951 069

Stella Koutsantonis

Regional Medical Workforce Partner

Connecting the Docs

If this opportunity is not suitable for you, please consider sharing it with a colleague who may benefit from a Fellowship pathway in Victoria.

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