Practise medicine under a wider sky.

Skilled Medical has been appointed the UK recruitment partner for a landmark Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) intake in Western NSW: one Clinical Lead Supervisor and nine GP / Rural Generalist roles, permanent, with a minimum two-year commitment. Our London team will support you through position discussions, recruitment, AHPRA registration, relocation planning and the move itself.

The opportunity:

Experience broad-scope rural medicine with real clinical autonomy – and support communities that genuinely need you. You'll join a supportive multidisciplinary team, carry a caseload that can genuinely challenge you, and step into a life outside work that's hard to find anywhere else in medicine.

· Flexible permanent contracts

· Full AHPRA + visa support

· Chronic disease management

· Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander health

· Supportive multidisciplinary team

· Percentage billings model available

Benefits

Competitive by any measure and genuinely generous once you're rural.

· Salary: AUD $220,000 – $300,000 (circa £115k – £160k)

· Housing: Allowance: up to AUD $30,000/yr or RFDS accommodation

· Leave: 5 weeks annual + 10 days paid PD leave

· Relocation: Up to AUD $10,000 (families) · $5,000 (singles)

· Visa: Full sponsorship and AHPRA support

· Extras: Company car · parental leave · Fitness Passport · salary packaging

· Billing: Percentage billings model available

· Broken Hill-specific benefits in addition to base package include: 5 weeks annual leave, up to AUD $25,000/yr in rural incentives and PD, 10 days paid PD leave, and housing allowance up to AUD $30,000/yr or RFDS accommodation options.

Essential criteria

To be considered, applicants must:

· Be eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia / AHPRA

· Hold current CPD evidence from RACGP or ACRRM

· Be eligible for credentialing within their GP discipline

· Hold appropriate medical indemnity insurance

UK and IE Qualified GPs interested in Permanent Roles in Australia

UK and Irish qualified GPs may be eligible for fast-track registration in Australia under the AHPRA registration authority's new Expedited Pathway. For more details please view this link: https://www.medicalboard.gov.au/Registration/International-Medical-Graduates/Expedited-specialist-pathway

To Apply

For further information, please email [email protected], or call our team (Will and Gareth) in London on +44 (0) 333 444 2000 (or in Australia on 1300 900 100). Please include your most up to date CV and or select the 'Apply' button below to enable our team to respond to your enquiry.

Join us for an information evening at the RSM in London

Skilled Medical is holding an information evening at the RSM in London on Thurs 10th Sep. If you are interested in attending, please contact Will or Gareth for additional details regarding this information event via phone: +44 (0) 333 444 2000 or email [email protected].

You can read more about the RFDS and the position locations here: Practise medicine under a wider sky — RFDS Western NSW

Refer a colleague

Know a GP who'd thrive with the RFDS? Introduce us and earn £1,000.

If a UK GP you refer is successfully placed with the RFDS Western NSW programme within 12 months of your introduction, and completes a minimum of 12 months in the role, we'll pay you a £1,000 GBP.

About Skilled Medical

Skilled Medical is a leading international medical recruitment firm delivering qualified medical professionals wherever they are needed in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. We are a quality accredited firm with years of industry experience supporting communities and assisting medical professionals in their work and careers. To learn more about Skilled Medical please visit us at: https://skilledmedical.com

• Relocation guidance and structured onboarding
• Beaches, mountains & family-friendly lifestyle
• 45 mins to Brisbane, 40 mins to Sunshine Coast

Are you a UK-trained GP eligible for Australia’s AHPRA Expedited Specialist Pathway? We are seeking a motivated GP at our brand-new, purpose-built medical centre in Elimbah QLD – one of Brisbane’s fastest-growing corridors. This is a rare opportunity to enjoy exceptional income, full support and true work-life balance.

Why This Role Is Perfect for UK GPs - Eligible for AHPRA Expedited Specialist Pathway

If you hold MRCGP and CCT, you may qualify for specialist registration in Australia without sitting further exams. We work closely with experienced medical recruitment advisors who guide you through the process step-by-step.

Exceptional Earning Potential

• 70–75% of billings
• Or guaranteed hourly rate (first 6 months)
• Immediate patient demand from thousands of new homes
• No “cold start” – marketing ensures full books quickly

Brand-New Purpose-Built Facility

• Modern, fully equipped consulting and treatment rooms
• Dedicated chronic disease management nurses
• Onsite pharmacy
• Integrated pathology & allied health
• Full admin and reception support

You focus on medicine. We handle the business.

Why Elimbah?

Located just north of Brisbane:

• 45 mins to Brisbane CBD
• 40 mins to Sunshine Coast beaches
• Close to Bribie Island & Glasshouse Mountains
• Family-friendly community
• Affordable housing compared to capital cities

It offers the perfect balance of coastal lifestyle and city accessibility.

Clinical Scope

Full-spectrum General Practice including:

• Chronic condition management
• Preventative health
• Mental health care plans
• Women’s & family medicine
• Minor procedures
• Skin checks & health assessments

Have a special interest? We actively market and grow it for you.

About Family Practice Medical Centres

Family-owned group with 9 clinics across Queensland and Northern NSW.

We provide:

• Full nursing support
• In-house payroll & accounting
• Dedicated marketing team to grow your patient base
• Structured onboarding & relocation assistance
• Ongoing professional development opportunities

Requirements

• UK GP with MRCGP & CCT
• Eligible for AHPRA Expedited Specialist Pathway
• Interest in practising in a DPA location
• Commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care

Ready to Make the Move?

If you’re considering Australia and want income security, lifestyle balance and strong clinical support — this is your opportunity to build something new from day one.

📩 Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion about relocating to Australia.