VR GP Opportunity Work-Life Balance in a Stunning Coastal Setting
VR GP Opportunity Work-Life Balance in a Stunning Coastal Setting
VR GP Opportunity – Work-Life Balance in a Stunning Coastal Setting | Strahan, Tasmania
Permanent part-time and full time options or “1 Week a Month” Hybrid Option Available
Looking for a meaningful rural role on Tasmania’s breathtaking west coast? Ochre Medical Centre Strahan is seeking a committed VR GP to join our small but vital healthcare team in this unique, close-knit community. Whether you’re considering a permanent move or prefer a fly-in/fly-out arrangement, we offer the flexibility to suit your lifestyle.
🌟 What We’re Offering:
- Permanent full time or part-time GP positions
- OR a rotating hybrid model: 3–4 GPs covering 1 week per month
- Earning potential $300K–$350K per year, % of billings
- Mixed billing with high billings per consult
- Well-established patient base from day one
- Assistance with accommodation and car
- Relocation, procedural, CPD, WIP, and retention grants available
- Eligible for rural relocation and retention grants
- DPA status and MMM6 location – significant reduction in moratorium
- Opportunity to make a real impact in a remote, supportive community
🩺 About the Practice:
Located in the heart of Strahan, Ochre Medical Centre is a solo-GP practice with excellent nursing and admin support. We provide a broad range of general practice services including:
- Chronic disease management
- Emergency care and stabilisation
- Mental health
- Family planning & vaccinations
- Skin checks & minor procedures
You'll be the cornerstone of care in this remote coastal town, with on-call responsibilities shared across a sustainable and supportive roster.
🌲 Why Strahan?
A historic port town nestled on the edge of World Heritage wilderness, Strahan offers:
- Spectacular scenery with access to Gordon River cruises and the West Coast Wilderness Railway
- Abundant outdoor activities – bushwalking, fishing, kayaking & beachcombing
- A quiet, peaceful lifestyle with a welcoming and resilient community
- Affordable living and a truly unique pace of life
- Approx. 4.5 hours drive from Hobart or Launceston (regular flights to nearby towns available)
👩⚕️ About You:
- Vocational Registration (FRACGP/FACRRM) or General Registration with AHPRA
- Comfortable working in a solo-GP environment with remote support
- Broad clinical experience across primary and emergency care
- Interest in rural health, community medicine, and adventure!
📞 Interested?
Let’s chat. Contact Tarryn Stevenson for a confidential discussion:
📧 ***@oc**.com.au | 📱 0447 *** ***
Better yet, plan a visit—we’d love to introduce you to the community and the natural beauty of Strahan!