Kangaroo Island GP & Hospital, SA
About
Are you looking for a rewarding locum opportunity in a bucket-list location?
On Kangaroo Island, you’ll not only enjoy a fulfilling clinical experience but also have ample time to explore and appreciate the stunning location.
You’ll enjoy a balanced clinical experience, spending time in both the GP practice and on-call days at the hospital. This variety ensures your work remains engaging and diverse.
Key facts
Hours and On-call
- 0830-1730 - GP days
- On-call 2 in 7 days
- No clinic work for oncall days
Location:
Payment Frequency:
Fortnightly payrun
Orientation
Your first day will be smooth and welcoming, with a full day of summarised training and an orientation at the practice. They provide you one of the best orientations we know of in Australia.
Who you'll be working with
You will join a dedicated team consisting of 3 advanced GP Registrars, 2 part-time permanent GPs with anaesthetic expertise, and 3 full-time nurses.
Additionally, you’ll benefit from the presence of several regular locum doctors who bring advanced skills in Emergency Medicine, Anaesthetics, and Obstetrics.
This ensures that you will always have support from colleagues who are well-acquainted with the unique needs of Kangaroo Island.
You can view full profiles of the doctors you will be working with on the practice website.
Facilities on site:
General Practice:
You will find everything you expect and more in your consult room. Height adjustable beds, slit lamp, liquid nitrogen, cervical screening, ear syringe, ear suctionm defib, tonometer, hyfocater, emergency bag, pathology and more.
Hospital:
4 bed ED, fully equipped theatre, low & high care aged care facility and round the clock support from Obs & Anaesthetics.
Complexities, inpatients, and ED presentations
You will meet with the rest of the doctors each morning at 8am to discuss patients and plans for the day, ensuring efficient handovers, team collaboration and coordination.
When working at the Practice, you will enjoy 15 minute appointments and the admin will ensure you have blocks booked in for administration.
As the oncall doctor, you can expect to be called in for all manner of presentations, from sporting injuries, through to cardiac arrest.
You can have peace of mind knowing that you have Obs & Anaesthetics support around the clock and also access to Medstar and RFDS should you need it.
Training & Support:
You are welcome to join in any CPD related training held, including APLS & ALS2.
Dr Doube runs regular simulation and case based discussions with all of the team.
Mental health support:
Access to DNA's partnership with MyMirror
Impact on local community:
The service is deeply appreciated by the local community and plays a key role in keeping them healthy
Accommodation details:
Seafront property, suitable for families and fully kitted out for your stay.
The accommodation is a stones throw away from the hospital and clinic.
Things to do in the area:
To reach Kangaroo Island in South Australia, you can take a short flight from Adelaide or a ferry from Cape Jervis.
Once there, you can explore the island’s stunning natural beauty and diverse wildlife. Visit Seal Bay Conservation Park to see sea lions, wander through the Remarkable Rocks, and enjoy the pristine beaches at Vivonne Bay. For wildlife enthusiasts, don’t miss the chance to see dolphins and whales on a marine tour, spot kangaroos in their natural habitat, and enjoy the island’s unique attractions like the Penneshaw Penguin Centre and Emu Bay Lavender Farm.
For all you foodies, Kangaroo Island has a variety of restaurants and cafes to enjoy. You can dine at Sunset Food and Wine for a fine dining experience with stunning views, or visit False Cape Wines for a relaxed meal paired with local wines. Kangaroo Island Fresh Seafoods offers delicious seafood, while Dudley Wines provides a great spot for wine and pizza. For a unique experience, try the Emu Bay Lavender Farm cafe, which serves lavender-infused treat.
Find out more about Kangaroo Island here:
https://www.tourkangarooisland.com.au/what-to-do/eat-drink/eating-out
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