Employment Type: Various
Position Classification: Rural Generalist Senior Registrar
Remuneration: $ Super
Requisition ID: REQ625292
Location: Broken Hill NSW and Buronga NSW
We really aren't that far away - only 3 hours' drive from Mildura, 5 hours from Adelaide or a short flight from anywhere in Australia with everything you need right at your front door
* Opportunity to work on the frontline to join a truly supportive team that is empowered to provide the ultimate patient experience
* Grow your career with us with support with ongoing learning and development.
Broken Hill truly is a town like no other with a supportive community that will welcome you with open arms. We can't wait to see you Take a quick look at "Living and Working" in the Far West.
What you'll be doing
Far West LHD is committed to growing a dedicated and sustained Rural Generalist medical workforce to assist in improving access, quality, and sustainability of primary health care services for rural and remote communities.
NSW Health established the NSW General Practitioner Procedural Training Program (GPPTP) to provide Fellowed General Practitioners (GPs) with Advanced Skills Training (AST) opportunities or seeking a flexible pathway to refresh and upskill a pre-existing advanced skill, in order to meet the healthcare needs of rural communities by providing advanced services in NSW rural hospital and primary care settings.
Advance Skills trainees will undertake learning and professional development activities with the aim of completing accredited AST with the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) or the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP).
This is a one-year full-time equivalent contract only. General Practitioners will be engaged under existing NSW Awards and determinations while undertaking Advanced Skills Training. It is recognised that General Practitioners undertaking procedural training may have established practices, therefore flexible training may be negotiated to allow continuation of part time work in the practice. It is anticipated that, following completion of the Advanced Skills Training year, General Practitioners will return to General Practice, with incorporation of their newly acquired advanced specialty skills in NSW primary care and/or rural hospital to service the needs of the community.
About the Far West LHD
The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. Our vision is to create excellence in rural and remote healthcare.
Key to our success of course, is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia.
In the Far West LHD, we are working together to make a real difference to the health outcomes for our communities. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare.
About Broken Hill
A true "Oasis in the Outback", Broken Hill is a thriving regional town in far west NSW full of diversity, history and character. Being Australia's first city to be Nationally Heritage Listed, Broken Hill is a culturally rich town with a vibrant art scene with over 20 galleries (more than pubs) The unique attractions, festivals and beautiful natural landscapes see tourists flock from all over, but the ones who stay quickly fall in love with the place and its liveability.
With a population of around 20,000, Broken Hill is small enough to allow for a relaxed country lifestyle, while big enough to provide all the desired facilities of a regional hub including major supermarkets and retail stores, excellent schools (7 primary & 2 high), multiple gyms & aquatic centre, well-known fast-food franchises and a plethora of trendy restaurants, pubs and cafés.
Selection Criteria
* MBBS or equivalent Fellow of the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (FACRRM), with current unconditional specialist registration in General Practice with the Medical Board of Australia. OR Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP), with current unconditional specialist registration in General Practice with the Medical Board of Australia
* OR International medical graduate with permanent residency in Australia, AND Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) with current conditional registration as designated by the Medical Board of NSW 'to work specifically as a specialist in general practice' OR International medical graduate with permanent residency in Australia, AND current conditional registration with the Medical Board of Australia, AND currently working in an Area of Need position in NSW, AND has the support of their employer to patriciate in the GPPTP, AND the Area of Need position is eligible for AHPRA approval for extension of conditional registration to include the AST training position by the commencement of the position.
* At least four post-graduate years' experience as a medical officer by the commencement of the position, AND qualifications and experience commensurate with Essential Requirements for the role.
* Demonstrated genuine interest in a career as a Rural General Practitioner or Rural Generalist, who are currently resident in or are prepared to reside and practice in rural or remote NSW.
* Demonstrated ability to work within a complex clinical environment utilising appropriate clinical skills, judgment, and expertise
* Evidence of excellent communication skills, including both oral and written skills and a sensitive approach to clear communication with patients, carers, other professional and the public
* Demonstrated understanding and commitment to behaviours which align to the NSW Health Code of Conduct and NSW Health CORE Values, including bullying and harassment policy and guidelines.
* Valid NSW Working with Children Check, cleared National Police Check and compliance with NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy, including any amendments made from time.
The Welcome Experience
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Applications Close: 10th December 2025
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Together, we can make a positive difference in the lives of all children, young people and families within our community to keep them safe from harm and to empower children's voices.
At Far West Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don't just accept differences, but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.