SMO Remote Reliever

North West Hospital and Health Service; Mount Isa City; Remote; AUD 605,000 - 867,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long service leave and sick leave accr

5 weeks annual recreational leave

Superannuation 12.75%

Attraction incentive 40-50%

Regional attraction allowance 15%

Motor vehicle allowance

Professional development allowance

Inaccessibility allowance

Salary sacrificing options

Accommodation provided

Job summary

North West Hospital and Health Service in North Western Queensland seeks a Rural Generalist SMO to practise broad-scope medicine across primary care, emergency and inpatient services. The role offers autonomy, diverse clinical work, and flexible FIFO rosters to support work-life balance.

Applicants will provide comprehensive medical care, collaborate with nursing and allied health teams, and meet tertiary qualification requirements.

Qualifications

• Advanced skills in rural generalist practice as specified by Colleges or FACEM eligibility.
• Fellowship or equivalent registration/licensing is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive rural medical care across primary, emergency and inpatient settings.
• Collaborate with nursing and allied health teams to deliver high-quality services.

Skills

Adult Internal Medicine

Pediatrics

Emergency Medicine

Remote Medicine

Indigenous Health

Mental Health

Palliative Care

General Practice

Population Health

Academic Practice

Anaesthetics

Obstetrics

Education

FACEM fellowship

Rural Generalist Fellowship (ACRRM/RACGP)

Job description

Flexible FIFO | Diverse Clinical Practice | Real Community Impact!

Be part of an exceptional opportunity to practise broad-scope rural medicine while benefiting from flexible FIFO arrangements. Working across primary care, emergency and inpatient services, you'll have the autonomy to make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying roster options including 8 days on/6 days off or 8 days on/20 days off, supporting an enviable work-life balance.

About The Role

This is a rare opportunity to work as a rural generalist in a role that offers clinical diversity, autonomy, and meaningful community impact.

You will provide comprehensive medical care while working closely with nursing and allied health teams to deliver safe, high-quality services across the care continuum.

With flexible roster options, potential FIFO arrangements, and strong professional support, this is an opportunity to combine career satisfaction with lifestyle flexibility.

Working with us

Competitive Remuneration Package Based On Full-time Equivalent Value From $604,651 (L13) To $866,836 (L27) (Paid Pro-rata For Engagement Period Or Part Time Employee) Comprising

• Long Service Leave and Sick Leave accrual.
• 5 weeks annual recreational leave accumulation.
• Generous employer contribution to superannuation of 12.75%.
• Attraction and retention incentive allowance of 40-50% base annual salary.
• Regional and rural attraction allowance of 15% base annual salary.
• Motor vehicle allowance.
• Professional development allowance and leave of 3.6 weeks p.a.
• Inaccessibility allowance.
• Tax savings through salary sacrificing options are also available.

Plus We Can Offer

• Accommodation (Provided as per NWHHS Procedure for Staff Accommodation)

Requirements

• Appointment as a Rural Generalist SMO (Level 18 to Level 27) will require one or more of the following advanced skills as specified by the Colleges (ACRRM Advanced Specialised Training (AST) or RACGP - Rural Generalist Fellowship): Adult Internal Medicine, Paediatrics, Emergency Medicine, Remote Medicine, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health, Mental Health, Palliative Care, Small Town General Practice, Population Health, Academic Practice, Anaesthetics or Obstetrics considered.
• Or possession of a Fellow of the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine (FACEM). Relevant experience across a broad field of Emergency Medicine.
• Mandatory requirements are a relevant tertiary degree qualification and appropriate registration/licences.
• C Class Motor Vehicle Licence.
• Pre-employment screening will be conducted for the successful applicant, including Criminal History checks.
• This is a VPD risk role and may require evidence of vaccination or immunity to: Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis, and Tuberculosis.
• A period of probation may apply.

About North West Hospital And Health Service

The North West Hospital and Health Service (NWHHS) delivers public health services across approximately 300,000 square kilometres, supporting remote communities throughout North Western Queensland and the Gulf of Carpentaria. We are committed to promoting community wellbeing and providing high-quality, accessible and effective healthcare for all.

• Unique locations
• Friendly communities
• Regional, rural and remote $$$ incentives

Interested?

Applications close: Friday, 27 November 2026.

Occupational group

Health - Medical