Antarctic Medical Practitioner
Here is the opportunity of a lifetime - to practice generalist medicine in one of the most challenging, rewarding and unique environments in the world .... Antarctica.
As an Antarctic Medical Practitioner (AMP) you'll provide complete surgical, medical and dental care for a remote community at an Australian Antarctic program station, during a voyage and in Antarctic and subantarctic field environments.
You'll be the sole medical practitioner for 12 to 15 months on station for between 15 (winter) to 80 (summer) expeditioners, and for 130 passengers and crew on expedition voyages.
As part of this role you'll deal with issues of public health, occupational health & safety and nutrition, as well as conducting research on human interaction within the Antarctic environment.
The experience of living and working in this remote region is very different from that of most suburban or rural practices and most AMPs look back on their time in this beautiful, harsh and icy environment as stimulating and rewarding.
For further information read the AMP Information Kit. To apply complete the online Application Form.
Important Note: If you are not an Australian citizen or are not resident in Australia you will not be able to use the online application. If you are in this category please contact Dr Jeff Ayton, Chief Medical Officer on +61-3-6232 3300 or email jeff.ayton@aad.gov.au
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