General Practitioner
- Title:General Practitioner
- Industry: Health Care / Medical - Health
- Occupation(s): General Practice, General Medicine, Medical Practitioner
- Location: Multiple locations, Western Australia
- Date listed:
- Apply before: (closed)
This private solo practice provides general medical care to residents of Northam and surrounds. With excellent facilities and well equipped treatment areas, services include rehabilitation for drug and alcohol addiction, skin checks and surgery for skin cancers and other conditions. The practice has a great reputation within the community and the friendly and efficient staff will ensure that you settle in quickly and without hassle.
The Shire of Northam is situated on the banks of the Avon River, just 56 kilometres northeast of Perth, Western Australia. Encompassing an area of 1,424 square kilometres, Northam has a population of approximately 10,600 people and is the largest service centre of the Wheatbelt region. The town’s major industries include production at the Flour Mill; engineering and machinery works, and; the agriculture of namely sheep, cattle, grain, wheat, barley and oats.
Due to its proximity to Perth, Northam is an ideal destination for day trips and excursions; it is also a great base from which to explore the state’s Wheatbelt region. There are numerous sights and activities within the area, which is also fully equipped with all the mod cons of a regional centre. The area is popular for outdoor activities such as aviation, archery, cycling and hot-air ballooning. Perhaps the biggest drawcard to the area is the Avon Descent; a white-water rafting competition considered one of Western Australia’s biggest sporting events.
The town’s centre is a shopper’s delight with supermarkets, banks, clothing boutiques, hair and beauty salons, bakeries, electrical and gift stores. With no shortage of cafes, restaurants and bars, the city is also proud of its bustling social scene and nightlife.
A generous employment package will be offered to the suitable candidate.
A generous employment package will be offered to the suitable candidate.
Applications for this job have now closed.
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Rural Health West has an unparalleled understanding of general practice across rural Western Australia. We provide extensive support services to general practitioners who work in rural and remote Western Australia. These services include orientations to local medical practice, family support, financial incentives, education and upskilling.
Placements are available in regional centres, smaller communities and, for those doctors with suitable skills and experience, in solo practices. We are also seeking doctors to work within the Aboriginal Medical Services. These services are specialised medical facilities that address the specific health needs of Indigenous Australians.
