Rural GP VMO – King Island, TAS Practice medicine the way it should be — on an island unlike any other. Ever dreamed of living and working somewhere truly unique? At Ochre Medical Centre King Island , you’ll find more than a job — you’ll discover a new way of life. We’re looking for a Rural Generalist GP (VMO) to join our small but vital team, providing GP care to the King Island community and participating on the VMO hospital roster. The role: You’ll be one a GP VMOs serving a tight-knit community of just over 1,400 people. Based at the island’s only general practice — located right next to the local hospital — you’ll enjoy a hands-on, full-scope role with real impact. The King Island Hospital offers emergency and acute care and a mix of outpatient services, including mental health, physiotherapy, and podiatry. It’s a Tier 1 hospital accepting ATS CAT 1–5 patients as part of the Tasmanian Health Service. What we’re offering: Daily rate for VMO on-call = $200k per year $2000 site visit grant through the People Project, for eligible applicants MMM7 DPA location Eligible for: WIP rural payments HELP-FEE elimination Moratorium reduction ACRRM Independent Pathway & RVTS Option for FIFO or relocation House and car package value: $60k Relocation assistance available Strong admin and clinical support (on and off-site) RN support for CDM, immunisations, women’s health Latest Best Practice software on secure cloud-based systems Involvement in the John Flynn Placement Program – work with junior doctors A happy, high-quality practice – 95% of patients would recommend us to others Why Ochre Health? We were founded by two rural GPs who believed there had to be a better way — and for over 20 years, we’ve been building it. With practices across every corner of Australia, Ochre supports over 450 GPs and 90 registrars with practical, personal, and purpose-driven support. Life on King Island: If you’re after natural beauty, peace, and real connection — you’ll love it here. King Island offers a remote yet welcoming lifestyle, full of fresh local food, incredible beaches, and no traffic in sight. Two world-class golf courses (Cape Wickham & Ocean Dunes) Surfing, fishing, hiking, and wildlife watching Clean air, quiet living, and a connected community A thriving food scene — known for seafood, cheese, and beef An island that’s off the radar, but deeply rewarding to call home Who we’re looking for: General or Vocational Registration with AHPRA ALS2 or equivalent emergency medicine certificate A passion for rural practice and experience in emergency care Let’s talk. For a confidential discussion, call Tarryn Stevenson on 0447 810 070 , or email your CV to tstevenson@ochrehealth.com.au. We’ll happily answer any questions.
