Proserpine, QLD
About
After a busy day in the ED, there's no better place to unwind than the stunning Whitsundays.
Beyond its beautiful beaches, Proserpine is also a great place for SMOs looking to work alongside a long-serving, talented team of Rural Generalists.
Key facts about Proserpine Hospital
Hours and On-call
Day Shift (08:00 - 16:30)
Emergency Department: 2 SMOs
Ward: 2 SMOs
PHO: Cover 24/7
JHO & Interns: Cover 24/7
Late Shift (13:30 - 22:00):
Ward: 1 SMO
PHO: Covers 24/7
JHO & Interns: Cover 24/7
On call: Once a week (also on rostered fatigue)
Anaesthethic & O&G also available on call
Location:
Proserpine (Whitsundays), QLD
Payment Frequency:
Weekly Payroll
Orientation
Full induction provided on first shift. You will also be required to complete IeMR training.
Why work at Proserpine Hospital
- Busy Emergency Department: The ED sees a full range of presentations, allowing doctors to manage quite acute cases.
- Supportive Team: The team is well-established, with many members having been there for years, providing a stable and supportive environment.
- Location: in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, the Whitsundays is a tropical paradise with 74 islands, known for its crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, and pristine beaches
- Fatigue Management: Effective fatigue management practices are in place, ensuring staff can maintain a healthy work-life balance.
The facilities at Proserpine
- Level 3 Facility providing low to moderate-risk inpatient and ambulatory care
- Procedural Obs & Anaesthetics
- 25 ward beds
- 5 ED beds
- Resus, Proecdural & treatment room
- Manage emregency care and transfer patients to higher-level services if required
Complexities, inpatients, and ED presentations
- You will be based in the ED & occasionnaly work on the wards
- Roughly 45-60 presentations a day
- Approximately 250 births a year
- Standard mix of presentations
Make up of the team:
As well as long serving Rural Generalists, you will also be supported by visiting specialists, PHO's, JMO's & Interns & let's not forget about about the talented team of RN's & EN's that work around the clock on both the wards & in the ED
Hospital team and culture:
- Excellent culture where everyone works hard and supports one another
- Energetic cohort of experienced nurses
- Make the effort to ensure the locum feels orienantated and supported.
Mental health support:
Access to both EAP and DNA's partnership with MyMirror
Impact on local community:
A real mix of patients, from young to old and of course the seasonal holidaymakers
Accommodation details:
A self contained, private unit close to the hospital or a budget is allocated and we can pick the accommodation
Things to do in the area:
There are some fantastic beaches near Proserpine that you can explore
- Airlie Beach: Just a 20-minute drive from Proserpine, this is one of the most popular beaches in the Whitsundays. It's great for swimming, sunbathing, and enjoying the vibrant local scene
- Cannonvale Beach: Located near Airlie Beach, this quieter spot is perfect for a relaxing day by the water. It also has a lovely boardwalk and picnic areas
- Dingo Beach: A bit further out, about a 45-minute drive from Proserpine, this beach offers a more secluded and tranquil experience. It's ideal for swimming, fishing, and enjoying the natural surroundings
- Horseshoe Bay: Near Bowen, about an hour's drive from Proserpine, this beach is known for its beautiful scenery and excellent snorkeling opportunities
- Whitehaven Beach: Accessible by boat from Airlie Beach, this world-famous beach is renowned for its stunning white silica sand and crystal-clear waters
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