Looking ahead to 2026 and thinking about a change? If you're considering starting - or expanding - your locum journey in the new year, Gorilla Jobs is working with hospitals and health services across Australia and is very well placed to help you find opportunities that align with your goals. Locum roles across all major departments and levels (RMO to Specialist/Consultant) Lucrative rates with options for travel, accommodation and car hire on many roles Metro, regional and rural locations right across NSW The Opportunity From early 2026, Gorilla Jobs will be arranging locum shifts and contracts across: Emergency Medicine General Medicine and subspecialties ICU and HDU Anaesthetics Obstetrics & Gynaecology Paediatrics Psychiatry Surgery (including Orthopaedics) GP VMO and hospital-based roles Whether you are an RMO looking for your first taste of locum work, a Registrar wanting flexibility around training and exams, or a Consultant/Specialist keen to step away from a permanent position, we can explore options that fit your preferred locations, rosters and lifestyle. Clinical Environment - What You'll Gain: Exposure to a wide mix of presentations across ED, wards, theatre, ICU, maternity, paediatrics, psychiatry and more (depending on your specialty) Opportunities in larger referral centres, regional base hospitals and supported rural sites Settings where there is clear senior support and escalation pathways The chance to develop your skills, build your CV and test different environments before committing long term Flexibility to design your year with a mix of blocks, ad-hoc shifts and time off Eligibility Criteria: AHPRA General or Specialist Registration NSW Working With Children Check and National Police Check (or willingness to obtain) Australian working rights Willingness to complete hospital credentialing and onboarding requirements Location - NSW: For 2026, we expect a strong spread of locum work across NSW, including: Metropolitan and peri-urban hubs - Western Sydney, Central Coast and other growing centres with busy departments and diverse caseloads Regional cities - Hunter New England, Murrumbidgee, Western NSW and Southern NSW, with base hospitals offering broad generalist work and good lifestyle balance Coastal and inland towns - Northern NSW, Nepean Blue Mountains and surrounding areas, combining hands-on medicine with attractive local communities Rural and remote locations - Far West and smaller sites where your work can have a significant impact and your scope of practice is often broader You can choose to base yourself in one region, rotate between areas, or pick up occasional blocks around your existing commitments. Why Choose Gorilla Jobs When you work with Gorilla Jobs, you're supported at every step: Personalised service: We take the time to understand your preferences, availability and career goals. Exclusive access to shifts across metro and regional Australia. Less admin, more medicine: We help with paperwork, credentialing and bookings to make things as smooth as possible. Transparent communication: Clear information around rates, rosters and expectations so you can make informed choices. Our aim is to make your locum experience easy, rewarding and flexible, while you stay in control of where and how you work. Interested? Contact Ellie Nicholson - Gorilla Jobs Phone: 0499 856 275 Email: ellie@gorillajobs.com.au
