September 12, 2022

Locum Doctor Location Review - Newman, WA

Locum Location: Newman, WA.

Hospital Name:

Newman Hospital, WA.


Rate your experience settling in?

9 / 10.


How did you settle in? Any hot tips for new arrivals?


The staff were awesome and very welcoming. IGA sells the best pre-prepared food and if you are looking to eat out, head to the impressive Newman Hotel.


Rate your Locum accommodation?

9 / 10.


Rate your Locum travel experience?

9 / 10.


How was the travel, logistics and accommodation?


There are flights to Newman from Perth daily and you are able to fly-in on the day of the first shift and out on the day of the last (usually).
Hospital staff even collect you from the airport, however, be mindful Qantas are under strain at the moment so your experience may not always be great.


Rate the Medical team vibe?

10 / 10.


What is the team like?

Friendly team, supportive and generally good to be around.


Rate the site experience?

9 / 10.


Tell is more about the site?

It is a new hospital with a well designed ED. there is no on-site specialist support, but specialists in the referral hospital are generally friendly.


Best town amenities, shops, cafes? Share with us your favourites. 

Head to IGA for your groceries, Red Sands for your coffee, Newman Hotel to eat out and The Purple (Friday) and The Sands (Saturday) for a great pub experience.


Rate your Locum location experience?

9 / 10.

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