Emergency Medicine Recruitment Australia | Dallas Brett
- SMO / CMO / DMO Emergency Medicine recruitment · Australia
SMO / CMO / DMO opportunities matched
to your experience
SMO, CMO and DMO are titles used differently
across Australia for comparable senior medical roles.
across Australia for comparable senior medical roles.
Whatever title you currently work under, Dallas takes the time to understand your Emergency Medicine experience, skills and the type of role you’re looking for.
Opportunities are matched to your experience and preferences, including location, roster, clinical responsibilities, level of support and whether you prefer to work as part of a senior Emergency Medicine team or take on greater clinical responsibility, including working as the senior doctor in charge or second in charge.
SMO / CMO / DMO enquiry
Tell Dallas your requirements.
You do not need a CV or firm dates to start a conversation.
Your enquiry is confidential. By sending your details, you agree to our Privacy Policy.
Pathways
Locum, Permanent or Locum-to-Permanent
What SMO / CMO / DMO opportunities are you looking for?
Whether you’re looking for occasional shifts, short Locum blocks, regular rotations, ongoing Locum work, a Permanent position or the opportunity to Locum before considering a Permanent move, Dallas can help you explore opportunities across Australia.
Locum SMO / CMO / DMO opportunities
Explore Locum work matched to your experience, availability and preferred locations. Dallas will discuss the roster, rate, clinical responsibilities, support and conditions with you before you commit. Credentialing is coordinated, with travel and accommodation arranged where applicable.
Permanent & Locum-to-Permanent opportunities
Considering a Permanent move, or prefer to Locum first before making a longer-term commitment? Dallas can help you explore opportunities that match your Emergency Medicine experience, location preferences and the type of clinical environment you’re looking for.
Every opportunity is discussed with you before your details are presented. Your CV or personal information will not be shared with a hospital without your knowledge and permission.
Responsibility and support
The title may change. What matters is the role.
The scope and responsibilities of senior Emergency Medicine positions can vary significantly from one hospital to another.
In one Emergency Department, you may work as part of a larger senior medical team. In another, you may take on greater clinical responsibility, including working as the senior doctor in charge or second in charge, depending on the department, roster and your level of experience.
Before you consider an opportunity, Dallas will help you understand the available information about the role, including:
✓ Whether you’ll work as the senior doctor in charge, second in charge or as part of the wider senior medical team
✓The experience and seniority of doctors rostered alongside you
✓Patient volume, acuity and typical presentation mix
✓On-site and after-hours FACEM or consultant support
✓Escalation, referral, transfer and retrieval arrangements
✓Access to diagnostics, ICU, anaesthetics, theatre and other services
✓Expected procedures and clinical scope
✓Shift patterns, nights and on-call requirements
✓Required credentials, experience and clinical certifications
✓Rate, contract terms, travel, accommodation and other inclusions
The aim is to make sure you understand the role, the level of responsibility and the support available before deciding whether it is right for you.
Settings
Senior Emergency Medicine opportunities across different hospital settings
Metropolitan hospitals
Larger Emergency Departments may include FACEMs, registrars, junior doctors and other senior medical staff, managing high patient volumes and a broad range of presentations and acuity.
Regional base hospitals
Regional Emergency Departments can offer a broad clinical mix, with access to varying levels of specialist, diagnostic and referral services depending on the hospital and location.
Rural, remote and district hospitals
Rural and remote positions can involve greater autonomy and a broader clinical scope. Depending on the hospital, roster and your level of experience, the position may involve working as the senior doctor in charge.
The hospital setting can be just as important as the job title when deciding whether an opportunity is right for you.
Work directly with Dallas
Dallas handles your enquiry from first conversation through placement. No hand-offs
between consultants.
between consultants.
Opportunities discussed with you first
Relevant opportunities are discussed with you before your details are presented to a hospital.
One point of contact
Deal directly with Dallas from first enquiry through placement or Permanent recruitment.
Clear terms upfront
Roster, rate, responsibilities and relevant conditions are discussed with you before you commit.
Credential and travel support
Documents, credentials and travel arrangements are coordinated once a relevant role is identified.
FAQ
SMO / CMO / DMO Emergency
Medicine recruitment FAQs
Does Dallas recruit for Locum, Permanent and Locum-to-Permanent positions?
Yes. Dallas works with SMOs, CMOs and DMOs seeking occasional Locum shifts, short blocks, regular rotations, fixed-term contracts and Permanent Emergency Medicine positions across Australia. A Locum-to-Permanent pathway is also possible, giving you the opportunity to experience a hospital before considering a longer-term move.
Will I be expected to work in charge or as the most senior doctor on site?
It depends on the hospital and the individual position. The expected responsibility also depends on your experience, exposure, clinical skills and demonstrated ability to work in charge, as 2IC or as part of a larger senior team. Dallas clarifies the responsibility and available support before you proceed.
What are current SMO / CMO / DMO Locum rates?
Rates vary depending on the hospital, location, level of experience, clinical responsibilities, roster and the requirements of the position. Dallas discusses the rate and relevant placement conditions with you for each opportunity before you commit.
What experience and credentials will I need?
Hospitals usually consider relevant Emergency Medicine experience, AHPRA registration, current credentials and the clinical requirements of the position. Some roles may request advanced life-support or equivalent certifications. Dallas clarifies the requirements for each opportunity.
Will Dallas assist with credentialing, travel and accommodation?
Yes. You provide the required documentation and information, and Dallas Brett Recruitment coordinates the credentialing process with the hospital. Travel and accommodation are commonly arranged for relevant placements, with exact arrangements clarified for each role.
Is a Permanent enquiry confidential?
Yes. Permanent enquiries are confidential. Your CV or personal information is not shared with a hospital without your knowledge and permission.
Do I need to provide my CV immediately?
No. You can begin with a conversation about your current role, experience, availability, preferred locations and the level of responsibility you would consider. Dallas can request an updated CV later if it is required for a relevant opportunity.
What is the difference between an SMO, CMO and DMO?
SMO, CMO and DMO titles are used differently across Australian states, health services and hospitals for comparable senior medical roles. The title alone does not necessarily define the scope of the position, so the responsibilities, roster structure and level of clinical support should be considered for each individual role.
Considering your next SMO
/ CMO / DMO opportunity?
Whether you’re available for Locum work, considering a Permanent or Locum-to-Permanent move, or simply exploring your options, start with a direct conversation with Dallas.
You don’t need firm dates or an updated CV to get started.