Rural Generalist Obstetrician
Job Title: Rural Generalist Obstetrician or Senior Rural Generalist Obstetrician
Employer: Gove District Hospital
Location: Nhulunbuy, NT (MMM7)
Contract Type: Full‐time | Fixed Term 3 Years
Total Package: $366,402 – $447,470 p.a.
Position Overview
You will work within a Rural Generalist model, primarily practising in your area of advanced skills (Obstetrics), with flexibility to contribute across emergency, inpatient care, and special clinics as required. Appointments will be made at Rural Generalist Level 1 to Senior Rural Generalist Level 3, depending on experience.
Remuneration & Incentives
Base salary: $207,165 – $234,964
Practitioner Allowance: 30% of base salary
Professional Development Allowance: $22,251 per annum
Revenue Activity Incentives: up to $85,000 per annum
Attraction & Retention Bonuses
Remote retention payments
Maximum GPRIP payments (MMM7 classification)
Superannuation and leave loading included
The Hospital
Acute medical, surgical, paediatric, maternity, and respite care
Emergency Department and Operating Theatre
Specialist outpatient clinics
The maternity unit delivers collaborative antenatal and birthing care, supported by telehealth partnerships with Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs). The hospital operates a Level 3 nursery,



with tertiary neonatal and obstetric support.
About You
Committed to Aboriginal health and rural generalist medicine
Thrives in a collaborative, family‐centred team environment
Demonstrates initiative and adaptability
Seeking to make a meaningful and lasting impact in a remote community
Location
Pristine beaches, tropical landscapes, and spectacular sunsets
A solid sense of community with markets and cultural events
Rich Aboriginal culture, art, and connection to Country
Excellent lifestyle opportunities for families and outdoor enthusiasts
Relocation & Lifestyle Support
Rent‐free furnished accommodation
Relocation assistance (travel and removalist costs)
Electricity and freight (perishables) subsidies
Two return airfares to Darwin each year for the employee and dependents
Benefits
Superannuation paid at 12%
Salary packaging up to $15,****** per annum
Subsidised accommodation (eligible positions)
Up to $5,000 relocation assistance
Six weeks annual leave
Professional development support and study allowance
Remote retention and travel allowances
Bilingual allowance opportunities
Free access to Anyinginyi Health Clinic services and prescriptions
Free general dentistry (excluding lab work costs)

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