Ochre Medical Centre Brewarrina
About
Ochre Medical Centre Brewarrina, located in Brewarrina, NSW, is a key healthcare provider in the area, known for its significant Aboriginal community and historical links.
Key facts
Hours and On-call
The working hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm at the GP clinic. On-call duties are 24/7 at Brewarrina District Hospital.
Location:
Brewarrina, NSW.
Payment Frequency:
Payment is made fortnightly.
Orientation
New staff are provided with an orientation of the general practice clinic and hospital to become familiar with both facilities.
Why work at this hospital?
Brewarrina, or ‘Bre’ as known locally, is rich in Aboriginal culture. The position is ideal for a doctor dedicated to providing quality healthcare in a community setting, with a focus on meeting the needs of a diverse patient population.
What facilities does this hospital feature?
Brewarrina District Hospital has 3 ED & 8 acute beds, a small 12-bed residential aged care, and a renal dialysis ward.
Complexities, inpatients, and ED presentations
The hospital sees varied presentations and patient populations, with a significant focus on the local Aboriginal community.
Hospital team and culture:
As the sole doctor in town, the role involves providing 24/7 on-call cover for emergencies, with support available from Bourke and an excellent nursing team for after-hours care.
Mental health support:
Mental health support and fatigue plans are in place for doctors, especially those considering long-term or permanent roles.
Impact on local community:
The doctor at Brewarrina plays a crucial role in providing essential healthcare services, making a significant impact on both individual and community levels.
Accommodation details:
[Information not provided]
Things to do in the area:
Brewarrina is known for its ancient stone fish traps, water recreation activities like canoeing, boating, and water-skiing, and is a hub for exploring Aboriginal culture and history.
DNA Healthcare success stories
We’ve had the pleasure of placing thousands of healthcare professionals at hospitals and organisations across Australia. Hear about their experience with DNA Healthcare.
I am a GP and rural generalist, and DNA Medical Recruitment is my locum agency. With them I have never felt like an asset, but rather as member of a team helping to provide rural health services where it is needed. At the same time I am seen as an individual with my own needs and requirements, and respected as such. Eamon as my personal contact and recruiter and is professional, reliable and friendly. He has a thorough understanding of the field and is always up to date.
Rural Generalist
At the same time I am seen as an individual with my own needs and requirements, and respected as such. Eamon as my personal contact and recruiter and is professional, reliable and friendly. He has a thorough understanding of the field and is always up to date.
Rural Generalist
James and Eamon are brilliant. Can’t recommend them highly enough. Thorough, attentive, responsive and super friendly. Great service ! They have enabled a terrific locum experience over the last 8-9 months
-
I recently had the pleasure of working with Eamon as my medical recruit officer, and I must say that my experience was exceptional. From the moment I reached out for assistance, Eamon demonstrated a high level of professionalism and dedication.
General Practitioner
Eamon’s knowledge and expertise in the medical field were evident throughout our interactions. He took the time to thoroughly understand my needs and provided valuable guidance, ensuring that I was well-prepared for the recruitment process.
General Practitioner
Can’t speak highly enough for this agency. They gave me the opportunity to work in WA after weeks of waiting for a job from WA pool and applications for RN jobs.
Nurse
Martin and the team are very approachable and professional. It was an easy process to join the agency . Will certainly contact them in the future if I need to.
Nurse
Have exclusively used DNA and David Pereira for three years now for all my Locum placements. DNA have a very personalised team. They do “everything” and have created opportunities and maximised my returns above and beyond the advertised rate.
Locum Doctor
Want to work with us?
