SMO / MOSS - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Why This Role Matters
Senior Emergency clinicians are critical in rural hospitals, ensuring 24/7 emergency coverage, stabilisation of acute cases, and leadership in small but high-impact clinical teams. In regional Western Australia, this role supports vital healthcare access for surrounding communities and strengthens emergency response capacity in rural settings.

Job Description
A locum opportunity is available for SMO/MOSS – Emergency Medicine in Merredin, Western Australia from 1–2 March 2026. The role includes day shift coverage with overnight on-call responsibilities. The hospital serves as a regional hub providing emergency, aged care, mental health, and rehabilitation services.

Key Features of the Role:
• Location: Merredin, Western Australia
• Duration: 1–2 March 2026
• Shift: 0800–2000 + On-call 2000–0800
• Level: SMO/Senior ED Registrar/FACEM
• PGY6+ required
• Rural/regional hospital setting

Responsibilities
• Provide senior emergency department coverage
• Assess and manage acute presentations
• Stabilise and transfer critically ill patients if required
• Provide leadership to junior medical and nursing staff
• Participate in on-call roster overnight
• Ensure accurate clinical documentation
• Maintain compliance with hospital and WA Health standards

Required Qualifications
• PGY6+
• Current AHPRA registration
• SMO/Senior ED Registrar or FACEM qualification
• Experience in rural or regional ED settings preferred

Educational Requirements:
• MBBS or equivalent
• FACEM (for specialist rate) or senior ED registrar credentials

Experience and Skills:
• Strong emergency medicine clinical decision-making
• Ability to manage diverse acute cases independently
• Rural medicine adaptability
• Effective team leadership and communication
• Competence in procedural and resuscitation skills

Age Eligibility:
As per AHPRA registration requirements

Salary Insights
• SMO/Senior ED Registrar: $2,000–$2,500 per day
• FACEM: $2,700–$2,900 per day
• Rates inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading
• Fuel reimbursement (for WA-based doctors)
• Accommodation provided

Location Overview
Merredin is a historic rural town in Western Australia offering a peaceful country lifestyle. The hospital acts as a regional hub supporting nearby communities. Doctors can enjoy outdoor attractions including salt lakes, walking trails, and nature reserves while gaining valuable rural emergency experience.

FAQs

Is accommodation provided?
Yes, accommodation is included.

Is fuel reimbursed?
Yes, for doctors living in WA.

Is on-call required?
Yes, overnight on-call from 2000–0800.

What level of experience is required?
Minimum PGY6+ with senior ED experience.

Are FACEM specialists eligible?
Yes, FACEMs receive a higher daily rate.

Application Tips
• Clearly state PGY level and ED experience
• Highlight rural emergency exposure
• Confirm availability for full shift including on-call
• Ensure AHPRA details are up to date
• Provide evidence of procedural competency and recent ED shifts