Senior Medical Practitioner - South West Inland

  Date posted: 23 Feb 2026     Applications close: 25 May 2026
  Company: WA Country Health Service
  Location: Collie, Harvery, Bridgetown, Donnybrook, Manjimup, Nannup, Western Australia
  Job Type: Full-time
  Contact: Kath Atkinson     wachs-swmedicalrecruitment@health.wa.gov.au
Description

Qualifications and Experience:

We are seeking applications from motivated and compassionate clinicians — whether currently based in a metropolitan or regional setting — who are looking to broaden their clinical scope, gain valuable rural experience, and find greater career fulfilment.
Ideal candidates will hold and demonstrate the following:

  • Eligible for General and/or Specialist registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
  • Fellowship with either the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) and/or Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (FACRRM) or working towards the same. *
  • Experience working in Emergency Medicine or an urgent care setting or willingness to upskill.
  • Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication abilities, with strengths in negotiation and conflict resolution.
  • Must have a current C or C-A class driver’s licence as traveling is required of the role.

* Generalist Registrars who demonstrate a strong commitment to providing high-quality, holistic care in a regional setting are highly encouraged to apply!

Benefits:

  • Earn a Competitive Salary: Enjoy a generous remuneration package, including employer superannuation and on-call/recall allowances.
  • Grow Your Career: Access unique learning and research opportunities through collaborations with Edith Cowan University (ECU) and the Rural Clinical School (RCS).
  • Relocation Support: Assistance available for interstate and international moves, helping you settle in with ease. *
  • Flexible Working, Balanced Living: WACHS supports flexible work arrangements and is committed to promoting a healthy work-life balance.
  • Easy Regional Connectivity: Busselton Airport offers direct flights to Melbourne and Sydney, keeping you close to major city hubs.
  • Exceptional Education: The South West boasts high-quality public and private schooling options, making it an ideal region to live, work, and raise a family.

 * Relocation support assistance is negotiated on a case-by-case basis.

Renumeration:

Senior Medical Practitioner Year 1 $377,207 – Year 3 $401,095 per annum;
Rural Generalist Year 1 $382,342 – Year 5 $432,570 per annum (dependent on the candidate’s level of applicable experience and qualifications).

For Further information: Please contact Dr Kathleen Atkinson, Regional Director Medical Services via email on wachs-swmedicalrecruitment@health.wa.gov.au or call 0467 355 177.

To apply, please submit your application online via MedCareersWA Ref 493123:  https://medcareerswa.health.wa.gov.au/jobs/493123