Flinders Island - GP VMO

GP VMO / RVTS Targeted Recruitment Pathway | Flinders Island, Tasmania | Practice Medicine in Paradise

About The Company

Ochre Health is a national leader in rural healthcare, proudly partnering with over 500 GPs and facilitating nearly 2 million patient consultations just in 2026. As one of the largest medical networks in rural Australia, we stay fiercely committed to clinical autonomy, training excellence, and deep community support. At Ochre Medical Centre Flinders Island, we provide the robust operational backing, advanced tech-forward infrastructure, and practice management you need to thrive—whether you are a seasoned Fellow or an independent registrar on your journey to Fellowship.

The Role

Looking for a career-defining sea change or the ultimate supported pathway to Fellowship? Escape the mainland grind and join a legendary, award-winning team on Flinders Island. We are seeking either a Vocationally Registered (VR) GP VMO or a non-VR doctor eligible for our newly approved RVTS (Remote Vocational Training Scheme) Targeted Recruitment training position. This is a rare opportunity to step into a true Rural Generalist experience, delivering vital healthcare to a vibrant community that will genuinely appreciate your presence.

• Newly Approved RVTS Targeted Recruitment Training Pathway: fully-funded by the Australian Government.
• Fully Accredited Training Site: Skip the training queues with a dedicated, newly approved RVTS Targeted Recruitment training position.
• Earn While You Learn: Train in a highly lucrative independent regional pathway while remaining in your position, fully supported by our experienced supervisors.
• Combination of remote and face-to-face training.
• The Ultimate Training Ground: Build an unparalleled clinical foundation in a fully supported MMM7 environment, mastering everything from primary care to emergency medicine.
  
  

Why Flinders Island?

Positioned between Tasmania and mainland Australia, Flinders Island is a dramatic landscape where raw nature meets a warm, tight-knit community spirit:

• Award-Winning Excellence: Work and train alongside unmatched rural healthcare leaders—two GPs from Flinders Island have proudly won the Tasmanian Rural Generalist Doctor of the Year 2026 award!
• Nature as Your Neighbour: Explore massive granite peaks, pristine white-sand beaches, and crystal-clear waters with absolutely zero traffic lights.
• The Ultimate Work-Life Balance: Surf in the morning, consult by lunch, and hike after work. Repeat. Your weekends will never be ordinary.
• Community Heart: Experience a deeply rewarding clinical environment where patients know you, value your expertise, and frequently show their gratitude with fresh, home-grown produce.
  
  

The Perks:

• Exceptional Earnings: High revenue potential with approximately $400,000 in clinic billings per year, plus an additional on-call VMO earning pool of roughly $170,000 per year ($570k combined income potential).
• Billing Structure: Delivering full-spectrum Universal Bulk-Billed GP care, alongside acute emergency and inpatient services.
• Incentives & Allowances: Benefit from a massive $100,000 GP Incentive Package spaced over 5 years, plus airfares and a CPD allowance.
• Relocation & Housing: Comprehensive support including a House & Car provided on-island, with relocation assistance backed by both Ochre and The People Project.
• Maximum Government Benefits: As an MMM7 / DPA practice, you are eligible for the highest tier of rural Workforce Incentives.
• Site Visit Grant: A $2,000 grant is available for eligible applicants—come down, meet the team, and combine your site visit with an unforgettable island holiday.
  
  

Skills & Experience

• Pathway Options: Open to Vocationally Registered GPs (FRACGP/FACRRM) OR non-VR doctors seeking a premier RVTS Targeted Recruitment training position to achieve Fellowship.
• Clinical Readiness: Proven experience or strong interest in emergency and inpatient care, backed by a commitment to team-based care.
• Spirit: A strong team player with a genuine passion for community-focused medicine and a love for the great outdoors.
  
  

This Is Your Sign Trade the traffic for coastal commutes, secure a prestigious training pathway, and become a local hero on Flinders Island. If you are ready for a rewarding career move that feels like a permanent work-cation, let’s talk.