Emergency Medicine Consultant - Kalgoorlie, Western Australia

Head Medical; City Of Kalgoorlie-Boulder; On-site; AUD 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Australia is seeking an Emergency Medicine Consultant for their facility in Kalgoorlie, the largest Outback city. This role involves leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering exceptional patient care. The position offers a competitive compensation package of up to $500k, cultural engagement, and opportunities for professional advancement. Experience in emergency medicine and cultural sensitivity is paramount for this role in servicing a diverse population.

Benefits

Lucrative salary package

Support for professional development

Access to modern facilities

Qualifications

• Registered (or eligible) as a specialist with the Medical Board of Australia.
• Experience working in diverse, culturally sensitive environments.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and educate teams in emergency medicine.
• Collaborate with external organizations for patient care.
• Deliver exceptional emergency care to the community.

Skills

Cultural sensitivity

Emergency care expertise

Leadership abilities

Education

Fellow of the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine (FACEM)

Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia

Job description

This is a unique and exciting opportunity for a self-motivated, autonomous and adventurous Emergency Medicine Consultant.

• Lucrative package - up to $500k plus additional benefits (depending on experience).
• Experience the Golden Outback in Australia's largest Outback city.
• Enjoy life at an easier pace.
• Excellent shopping, school and recreational opportunities.

The Role and Hospital

You will lead, support, and educate multi-disciplinary teams consisting of Senior Medical Practitioners, Junior Medical Officers, nursing staff, administrative staff, and support staff. You’ll collaborate with organisations like the Royal Flying Doctor Service, the Rural Clinical School of Western Australia, and the WACHS Command Centre, you will work cohesively to manage the unique cases presented, all while delivering exceptional emergency care to the community.

Opportunities for progression, including the potential advancement to the role ofHead of Department, are available for driven candidates who excel in this position.

The Kalgoorlie Health Campus is a recently revitalised 106-bed general inpatient facility and the second largest regional public hospital in Western Australia. It services more than 50,000 residents of Kalgoorlie-Boulder as well as outlying towns, and rural and remote communities in the Goldfields region.

The hospital has been recently transformed into a modern unit with first class facilities. The Emergency Department is the primary emergency care hub for the Goldfields region, managing over 25,000 presentations each year. Approximately 25% of patients identify as Aboriginal, highlighting the departments’ vital role in delivering culturally responsive care and improving health outcomes for a diverse population. The ED operates 24/7 with a rotating roster that includes day, evening, and late shifts, along with on‑call coverage to ensure continuous emergency services.

Further, you will have a strong sense of cultural sensitivity, respectfulness and diplomacy. You will be curious about indigenous health and passionate about its challenges.

Requirements

Applicants should be registered (or eligible for registration) as a specialist with the Medical Board of Australia and be a Fellow of the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine (FACEM) or equivalent as an overseas trained specialist who has completed their training in either the UK, Ireland, Canada, USA (ABEM certified) or New Zealand.

The Location

Kalgoorlie is Australia's largest Outback town. An affluent city, it offers a vibrant mix of history with its contemporary status as an iconic symbol of Australia's mining boom.

With its amazing architecture, galleries, bars, restaurants it is a jewel in the outback. Housing, infrastructure and amenities are excellent. There is a major sporting centre with a first‑class facilities including 3 indoor courts and 9 outdoor courts. The aquatic centre has a 50m pool, water slides and outdoor park. Typical of an Australian town, all sporting codes are well represented and well serviced with fantastic facilities. There is also a busy Arts Centre and a theatre that hosts touring companies and events.

The airport in Kalgoorlie is well serviced with 4 flights a day to Perth.