GP VMO (RVTS) – Flinders Island, Tasmania

About the role

Ochre Health is seeking a General Practitioner Visiting Medical Officer (GP VMO) to join its award‑winning team on Flinders Island, Tasmania. The position is available either as a Vocationally Registered (VR) GP VMO or as a non‑VR doctor eligible for the newly approved Remote Vocational Training Scheme (RVTS) Targeted Recruitment pathway. This role offers a fully funded, government‑backed training experience in a supportive rural environment.

Key responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary care to the island community, including preventive, chronic disease, and acute care.
• Deliver emergency and urgent care services as part of a fully supported MMM7 environment.
• Participate in on‑call VMO duties, contributing to the on‑call earnings pool.
• Utilise bulk‑billing and universal health coverage systems to ensure accessible care.
• Engage with community health initiatives and collaborate with local health professionals.

Required profile

• Qualified General Practitioner, either VR‑registered or eligible for the RVTS training pathway.
• Commitment to rural practice and a desire to build long‑term relationships with a close‑knit community.
• Willingness to undertake a combination of remote and face‑to‑face training under experienced supervisors.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining high clinical standards.

Required skills

• Strong clinical competence in general practice and emergency medicine.
• Proficiency with practice management and electronic medical record systems.
• Effective communication skills for patient education and community engagement.

What we offer

• Fully funded RVTS Targeted Recruitment training position, accredited by the Australian Government.
• High earnings potential – approximately $400,000 in clinic billings plus a $170,000 on‑call pool.
• Supportive supervision and a structured training program combining remote and onsite learning.
• Living and working in a spectacular natural setting with excellent work‑life balance.
• Strong community support, including fresh local produce and a welcoming environment.