Specialist Consultant Emergency Medicine (Locum)

Why This Role Matters
Emergency Medicine Specialists and Senior ED Registrars are critical to delivering timely, life-saving care in regional hospitals. In Northam, this role supports acute presentations across a broad case mix while strengthening emergency services for the wider Western Australia community.

Job Description
A public hospital in Northam, Western Australia is seeking a Specialist Consultant / SMO / Senior ED Registrar for multiple locum dates between February and March 2026. The role includes a mix of day, evening, and night shifts, with on-call responsibilities on selected shifts.

Key Features of the Role:
• Location: Northam, Western Australia
• Specialty: Emergency Medicine
• Employment Type: Locum
• PGY6+ required
• Mix of day, evening, and night shifts
• On-call required on some shifts
• Accommodation included
• Fuel reimbursement (for WA-based doctors)
• Rates inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading

Rates:
• SMO / Senior ED Reg: $2,000 – $2,500 per day
• FACEM: $2,700 – $2,900 per day
• Advertised rate: From $2,700 per day

Responsibilities
• Provide high-quality emergency medical care
• Manage acute and critical presentations
• Lead resuscitation and trauma cases
• Supervise junior medical staff where required
• Participate in on-call roster
• Maintain accurate EMR documentation
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary hospital teams

Required Qualifications
• Current AHPRA registration
• PGY6+
• FACEM (for specialist rate) or equivalent senior ED experience
• Experience in Australian Emergency Departments preferred

Experience and Skills:
• Strong emergency and resuscitation skills
• Ability to manage rural/regional ED workload
• Leadership and supervisory capability
• Excellent clinical decision-making under pressure
• Effective communication and teamwork

Salary Insights
• High daily locum rates
• Accommodation provided
• Fuel reimbursement for WA-based practitioners
• Opportunity for multiple shift blocks

Location Overview
Northam is located in Western Australia and serves as a regional hub. The hospital provides emergency and general medical services to surrounding rural communities. The area offers a balance of regional lifestyle with access to Western Australia’s natural landscapes and outdoor activities.

FAQs

Is accommodation provided?
Yes, accommodation is included.

Is fuel reimbursement available?
Yes, for doctors residing in Western Australia.

Is FACEM mandatory?
FACEM is required for specialist rate, but senior ED registrars (PGY6+) may also apply.

Are all dates still available?
Shifts are in high demand and availability may vary.

Are rates inclusive of super and taxes?
Yes, all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading where applicable.

Application Tips
• Confirm AHPRA registration status
• Specify which dates you are available
• Highlight rural or regional ED experience
• Provide up-to-date credentialing documents
• Apply early due to high demand for shifts