Remote Vocational Training Scheme - RVTS

07/07/2025

This NAIDOC Week, RVTS reaffirms its commitment to strengthening healthcare in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our GP training program supports doctors working in Aboriginal Medical Services (AMS) across rural and remote Australia, equipping them with the skills and cultural understanding to deliver quality, community-focused care.

26/06/2025

We’re thrilled to be attending the Rural Doctors Association of Queensland - RDAQ Conference 2025, happening Thursday 26th – Saturday 28th June!

Whether you're a seasoned GP or a registrar preparing to start training in 2026, we’d love to connect with you.

📍 Find us at Booth #39 — our friendly team will be there to answer your questions and guide you through all the exciting opportunities RVTS has to offer.

25/06/2025

We’re all set for the 2025 RDAQ Conference! 🙌

The RVTS team will be there connecting with rural doctors, sharing stories, and celebrating the amazing work being done across remote and regional Australia.
📍 RACV Royal Pine, Gold Coast
📅 26–28 June
🎉 Come chat with us at our booth — we’d love to meet you!

18/06/2025

Celebrate excellence in rural healthcare
Nominations are now open for the National Rural & Remote Health Award. Proudly sponsored by RVTS.

This award honours the dedication of health professionals and organisations making a real impact in rural and remote communities.

🗓 Applications close August 11

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16/06/2025

👩‍⚕️ 👨‍⚕️Attention all healthcare professionals!

We’re excited to be attending the Rural Doctors Association of Queensland - RDAQ Conference 2025 from Thursday 26th June – Saturday 28th June 2025!

Whether you're a seasoned GP or a registrar looking to commence training in 2026, come and chat to the team about:

🎯RVTS General Practice and Rural Generalist Fellowship Training
🎯RVTS Targeted Recruitment
🎯GP support roles and opportunities to get involved with RVTS

📍 You can find us at Booth #39, where our friendly team will be ready to answer your questions and guide you through our latest offerings.

02/06/2025

Our very own Dr. Anand Patel — former RVTS registrar, current Supervisor — has been nominated for not one, not two, but THREE awards at the Rural Victorian Health Awards! 🏆
Can he pull off the trifecta? We sure hope so! 🤞

This incredible recognition is a true testament to Dr. Patel’s character, dedication, and tireless hard work.

Congratulations, Dr. Patel — we're cheering you on all the way! 👏

28/05/2025

🎉 Exciting news from Remote Vocational Training Scheme - RVTS! 🎉

A new article has been published by Frontiers in Medicine titled "Retention of doctors in remote, rural and First Nations communities using distributed general practice education: a scalable solution."🌏💻

The article, coauthored by Mathew Richard McGrail, Senior Researcher at the University of Queensland , Dr. Pat Giddings, RVTS CEO, and Dr. Belinda O'Sullivan from Monash University of QLD, explores a proven, scalable model for training general practitioners in rural, remote, and First Nations communities across Australia.🩺

This groundbreaking research is a significant step forward in advancing medical education, particularly for those in remote locations.🌾

Check out the full article for more details on this important contribution to distance education in rural healthcare!

The value of distributed training of the medical workforce is well documented. Australia’s Remote Vocational Training Scheme (RVTS) provides a scalable appro...

27/05/2025

🌿 National Reconciliation Week 2025 🌿
Theme: Bridging Now to Next

This National Reconciliation Week (May 27 – June 3), we reflect on the journey that connects our shared past, our present actions, and the future we are building together. The theme “Bridging Now to Next” urges all of us to look ahead and continue the push forward as past lessons guide us.

Reconciliation is not a single moment—it’s a continuous commitment. It's in the conversations we start, the histories we acknowledge, and the steps we take to ensure justice, equity, and respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Let’s come together to bridge the gaps and create a future where all voices are heard and valued.

Artwork created by Kalkadoon woman Bree Buttenshaw.

23/05/2025

✨Timely Help: RVTS Supervisor Assists in Safe Birth on Boigu Island✨

A few weeks ago, RVTS Supervisor Dr Sally Street and Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) registrar Dr Zane Browne were called out to Boigu Island in the Torres Strait to support the emergency transfer of a mother facing complications during labour.
We're happy to hear that both the mother and baby are doing well ⭐️

This event is a strong reminder of the critical need for skilled GPs in rural and remote areas—doctors who are not only capable of providing comprehensive care but also ready to respond in high-pressure, life-saving situations.

We’re incredibly proud to have Dr Sally Street as part of our RVTS team. Her experience, dedication, and calm leadership in moments like these are invaluable—not only to the communities she serves but also to the next generation of GPs she helps mentor and train. Her contribution ensures that future rural doctors are well-equipped to deliver high-quality care, no matter where they’re needed.

17/05/2025

🚨 We're all set up and ready to chat in section C at the Victorian Rural Health Conference🚨

Whether you're an experienced GP or a doctor planning to start training in 2025, come and talk to our team about:

🎯 RVTS General Practice & Rural Generalist Fellowship Training
🎯 RVTS Targeted Recruitment
🎯 GP support roles and opportunities to get involved with RVTS

Our team are here to answer all your questions and guide you through your next steps. Don’t miss out - stop by and have a chat!

Rural Doctors Association of Victoria - RDAV

01/05/2025

We’re on the lookout for a passionate and talented individual to join our team! 🌟

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level, check out the details below:

Position: RVTS Training Coordinator
Location: Albury NSW
Job Type: Full-time
Applications close: 5pm AEST Friday 30th May 2025

If you’re interested or know someone who might be, please send your resume and cover letter via SEEK or phone the Training Support Manager – Xanthus on 0492 911 086.

Help us spread the word! 📢💼

Join our dedicated team and be part of a rewarding mission to enhance access to quality healthcare.

27/03/2025

Applications are now open to start your journey to GP Fellowship in 2025!

RVTS GP and Rural Generalist training is known for the comprehensive support you’ll receive throughout your journey to Fellowship.

There is no cost to apply for this fully Commonwealth-funded program.
Choose RVTS and start the journey in 2025 - Enquire now!

https://www.rvts.org.au/