General Practitioner (VR) | Bridport, TAS | Coastal Lifestyle & World-Class Outdoor Recreation

About the Company & Practice

Ochre Health is a national leader in regional and healthcare delivery, proudly supporting over 500 GPs across Australia. Located on the stunning north coast of Tasmania, Ochre Medical Centre Bridport is a well-established mixed-billing clinic serving a vibrant coastal town and its surrounding community.

As a cornerstone of the local healthcare landscape, the clinic provides a comprehensive suite of medical services—including minor procedures, chronic disease management, skin checks, and emergency care. The practice is fully supported by its larger sister clinic, Ochre Medical Centre Scottsdale, located just 20 minutes away, providing excellent peer backup, administrative support, and Registrar mentorship opportunities.

The Role & Lifestyle

Do you enjoy golf, mountain biking, fishing, or simply walking along pristine, white-sand beaches? Positioned in a bustling seaside town famous for its breathtaking ocean views and world-class attractions, this role offers the ultimate work-life balance!

We are seeking a Vocationally Registered (VR) General Practitioner to lead care at our Bridport practice:

- Versatile Rostering: Currently operating Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, with full support to expand to a 5-day week if desired.

- World-Class Recreation: Work moments from Barnbougle Dunes and Lost Farm (ranked among the world’s top 25 golf courses), 40 minutes from the legendary Blue Derby mountain biking trails, and right on the doorstep of top-tier fishing and wilderness tracks.

- Zero After-Hours Pressure:



Enjoy pure practice hours with no mandatory on-call or weekend requirements (optional participation in the Scottsdale VMO roster available for those seeking procedural/hospital exposure).

- Supervision Opportunities: Leverage Scottsdale's reputation as a premier teaching practice to host and mentor GP Registrars at Bridport.

Why Bridport? (DPA & MMM5 Benefits)

- 30% Moratorium Reduction: DPA location with an MMM5 classification, reducing your moratorium.

- Significant Financial Incentives: Eligible for Workforce Incentive Payments , plus access to relocation, procedural, CPD, and retention grants.

- Turnkey Support: Accommodation and relocation assistance provided, alongside a comprehensive, tailored orientation program on arrival.

Remuneration & Benefits

- Fantastic Earning Potential: High billings per consult supported by a well-established, loyal patient base from day one.

- Unmatched Lifestyle & Flexibility: Choose your ideal clinical days and spend your weekends enjoying Tasmania's iconic north coast.

- Full Practice Support: Work alongside experienced practice nursing staff and administrative teams with co-located sister-clinic backup.

Skills & Experience

- Fellowship: FRACGP or FACRRM essential (Unrestricted Specialist Registration with AHPRA).

- Clinical: Proficient across core general practice conditions, procedural care, and chronic disease management.

Ready for a Coastal Change?

Take your pick of world-class outdoor activities every weekend while delivering meaningful community healthcare.

Contact Chris Bloss at 04•• ••• 816 or ••••@ochrehealth.com.au

📌 General Practitioner (VR) | Bridport, TAS (Melbourne)
🏢 Ochre
📍 Melbourne