A fantastic opportunity for experienced FRACP clinical paediatricians to make a long - term impact on child health in the wheatbelt region of Western Australia. Only 1.5 hours from Perth by road.
From September 2026, Total package up $534k, Excluding on - call and overtime.
The Wheatbelt is a diverse regional area of Western Australia, offering a relaxed country lifestyle with the convenience of being just over an hour’s drive from Perth. The region is characterised by welcoming communities, short commutes and easy access to metropolitan amenities.
The Wheatbelt is well suited to families, with quality public and private schooling available in larger towns, access to childcare, and a strong network of community sports and recreational clubs.
Outdoor living is a key part of life in the Wheatbelt. Residents can enjoy scenic walking trails and riverside paths, snorkelling and fishing along the coast at Jurien Bay, or explore natural landmarks such as the iconic Wave Rock near Hyden and wildflower trails around Narrogin.
WA Country Health Service (WACHS) delivers comprehensive healthcare across the Wheatbelt region through four main health campuses: Northam, Narrogin, Merredin and Moora. Together, these sites provide a broad range of services including emergency care, inpatient services, maternity, allied health, mental health, Aboriginal health programs and community health initiatives.
Northam serves as the largest regional hub with surgical, maternity and outpatient services, while Narrogin, Merredin and Moora deliver modern, community-focused care across general medicine, aged care, mental health and child health services. Collectively, the campuses play a critical role in supporting the health and wellbeing of rural communities across the Wheatbelt.
Remuneration package highlights
- A package up to $534k +on - call/ overtime, a package which includes:
- Personal Development allowance of $33k
- Employer paid tax free pension contributions 12%
- 3 weeks professional development leave.
- Generous Salary Sacrifice Arrangements.
Community Highlights
- The Wheatbelt is home to a network of established regional towns including Northam, Narrogin, Merredin and Moora, each serving as important local service centres for surrounding communities.
- A wide range of affordable housing options are available, from family homes in town centres to larger rural properties and lifestyle acreages.
- The region offers access to quality education, with public and private schools in larger towns, along with vocational training and further education pathways.
- The Wheatbelt is well connected, with road access to Perth in just over an hour and regional air services available via nearby centres.
Selection Criteria
- Must be registered as FRACP (Paeds).
- Lead and support the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care to children and their families as part of the region’s Integrated Paediatric Service.
- Participate in an on-call and after-hours paediatrics roster.
- Liaise with clinical staff, heads of departments and other agencies on professional issues and patient management
- Have a class C driving license
Please email or call/message Archie Spinner at Spinner Medical Recruitment on archie@spinnermedical.com or call/message +44 7780 634 744 to find out about our free recruitment and registration service. If we help you get a job we provide free guidance through RACP, AHPRA or visa processes. We are a UK based recruitment agency providing international medical recruitment services to hospitals and health services in Australia.
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