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Doctors coming to regional NSW enjoy new single contract model

Feb 20 2025 Updated February 20, 2025

David Dixon

2 min read

Through a new centralised contract system, rural generalist trainees receive the same pay and conditions as their hospital-trained counterparts, which suits Rural Generalist Trainee Dr Marty Ryan right down to the ground. Photo: Supplied

Making it easier for doctors to move to the bush with a centralised contract system has seen dozens more move to regional NSW in recent weeks.

The “Single Employer Model” is continuing to boost the regional health workforce, with another 29 doctors joining the Rural Generalist Single Employer Pathway (RGSEP). RGSEP is an employment pathway for doctors seeking a career as a rural generalist, w...