Consultant Emergency Medicine - Kalgoorlie

We are strengthening our Emergency Department team with 4.4 FTE available Emergency Medicine Consultants.

Join Kalgoorlie Health Campus, where your skills will contribute directly to improving health outcomes in one of WA’s most diverse regional communities. This is a unique chance to grow professionally and progress your career while delivering meaningful care where it’s needed most.

This is a recruitment pool to fill Permanent (Sessional, Part-Time or Full Time), Fixed Term (Sessional, Part-Time or Full Time) or Casual appointments.

Fixed Term appointments include the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. 

Salary: Consultant Year 1-9 is $395,490 to $502,265 p.a. (inclusive of base salary, 12% superannuation and applicable allowances)

Flexible working arrangements considered.

Appointments from this pool are available until 31/01/2026.

About the role:

As an Emergency Medicine Consultant at Kalgoorlie Health Campus, you will have a crucial role in delivering comprehensive clinical services and leading a multi-disciplinary team to provide top-tier emergency care.

Within the ED at the Kalgoorlie Health Campus, you will lead, support, and educate multi-disciplinary teams consisting of Senior Medical Practitioners, Junior Medical Officers, nursing staff, administrative staff, and support staff. You’ll collaborate with organisations like the Royal Flying Doctor Service, the Rural Clinical School of Western Australia, and the WACHS Command Centre, you will work cohesively to manage the unique cases presented, all while delivering exceptional emergency care to the community.

Opportunities for progression, including the potential advancement to the role of Head of Department, are available for driven candidates who excel in this position.

About you:

You’re a seasoned Emergency Medicine Consultant with experience in rural or remote settings, ready to take the next step in your career. You’re not just seeking a job—you’re looking for a role with meaning, challenge, and the opportunity to make a real difference, particularly in Aboriginal health.

With a strong commitment to clinical excellence and collaborative care, you thrive in fast-paced environments and lead by example. You’re passionate about mentoring junior staff, working across disciplines, and improving health outcomes in underserved communities.

At Kalgoorlie Health Campus, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality emergency care while leading and supporting a multi-disciplinary team. You’ll collaborate closely with partners like the Royal Flying Doctor Service and the Rural Clinical School of WA to manage complex presentations in a uniquely diverse regional setting.

For those seeking to grow into formal leadership, this role offers clear pathways— including potential progression to Head of Department—making it the ideal opportunity for a driven clinician who wants to shape the future of emergency care in the Goldfields.

We welcome applications from Specialist International Medical Graduates (SIMGs) who are passionate about making a difference in regional emergency medicine. While Kalgoorlie Health Campus offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment, it is not currently able to provide the level of supervision required during the supervision period. As such, eligible SIMGs must be open to undertaking a supervised placement at another WACHS site before relocating to Kalgoorlie. A strong commitment to completing this supervision and transitioning to a long-term role in Kalgoorlie is essential.

About the Emergency Department:

Kalgoorlie Hospital Emergency Department is the primary emergency care hub for the Goldfields region, managing over 25,000 presentations each year. Approximately 25% of patients identify as Aboriginal, highlighting the departments’ vital role in delivering culturally responsive care and improving health outcomes for a diverse population. The ED operates 24/7 with a rotating roster that includes day, evening, and late shifts (08:00-18:00, 10:00-20:00, or 13:00-23:00), along with on-call coverage from 23:00 to 8:00 to ensure continuous emergency services.

Curious about life the Kalgoorlie Emergency Department? Watch our Working in Kalgoorlie Video to meet the team and hear firsthand.

What's in it for you:

Enjoy generous entitlements, including up to 4 weeks annual leave, 3 weeks professional development leave, and additional leave for cultural, compassionate, or long service (13 weeks after 10 years). Eligible staff can also access 5 weeks of overseas PDL after 5 years.

Additional benefits include:

• Regional incentives: District allowance, travel subsidies, and subsidised housing
• Salary packaging: Up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals
• Novated leasing and 11.5% superannuation (rising to 12% in July 2025)
• Relocation support for interstate and overseas applicants (subject to regional approval)
• Visa sponsorship (including PR, subject to conditions)
• Flexible working arrangements considered

We value your contribution—and back it with benefits that support your lifestyle, growth, and long-term career.

Keen to know more detailed information about the salaries and benefits? Check out the medical practitioner salaries and benefits page.

For Further Job-Related Information:  We encourage you to contact Dr Lisa Sorger, Director Medical Services on 08 9080 5617 or via email lisa.sorger@health.wa.gov.au.

Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. Applicants on a visa can be appointed on a fixed-term contract.

Application Process:

To apply for this position, applicants must have a current and valid email address for online application and communication purposes.

Please apply online via MedCareersWA – Ref 492861 and submit the following documents:

• A statement addressing each of the Work-Related Criteria outlined in this - Job Description Form  Consultant Emergency Medicine JDF.PDF, demonstrating how your skills and experience align with the requirements of the role.
• A comprehensive and current Curriculum Vitae detailing your professional experience and qualifications relevant to the position. Please include contact details for work related referees (one of your referees must be a current supervisor or manager).

If you encounter any difficulties while applying online, please contact MedCareersWA@health.wa.gov.au.

Other Conditions:

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community’s needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, under of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984.

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au

Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA).  Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.  Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.

Late or emailed applications will not be accepted.