Published Friday, November 21, 2025 / By 1M 1Medical
Dr Natasha recently completed a locum doctor placement in Geraldton, Western Australia through 1Medical, gaining both valuable clinical experience and the chance to explore regional WA. As her first time working in this part of the state, the placement allowed her to develop professionally while discovering some of Western Australia’s most iconic landscapes.
During her time off, she explored Kalbarri National Park, taking in the striking red rock cliffs, winding gorges, and deep red earth contrasting against the clear blue Western Australian sky. The region’s natural beauty was a standout highlight of her locum journey.
Her placement also included travel to Exmouth and Carnarvon for outreach clinics and surgical lists — expanding her experience across remote WA communities. One memorable moment was flying over the Western Australian coastline and landing on a red-dirt runway in a Piper Chieftain, offering a unique aerial perspective of the state’s vast and dramatic landscapes.
Words from Our Doctor
"I recently completed a locum placement with 1Medical in Geraldton, Western Australia which is a part of the country I had yet to explore. My family joined me for part of the stay, and on my weekend off we set out to discover the spectacular landscapes around Kalbarri.
The red rock cliffs, winding gorges, and brilliant red earth were contrasted against the clear blue sky.
During the placement, I also had the opportunity to travel to Exmouth and Carnarvon for outreach clinics and surgical lists. It was also a privilege to be able to provide surgical services in these areas. But it came with the experience of flying over the WA coastline and landing on the red dirt runway in a Piper Chieftain. The flights offered an aerial view of WA that I had not seen before."
— Dr Natasha
This locum placement not only strengthened Dr Natasha’s clinical experience but also allowed her to discover new destinations, support regional health services, and connect with communities across Western Australia.
If you’re a doctor interested in locum work 1Medical can help you find opportunities that match your goals, lifestyle, and clinical interests. Contact us on +61 2 7258 0100
au@1medical.com.au.
