Ochre Medical Centre Smithton

11/09/2025

Today we’re recognising R U OK? Day - a reminder to check in with the people around you. Start a conversation: Ask, Listen, Encourage action, and Check in. If you’re not OK, you’re not alone. Speak with your GP or call Lifeline 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636. In an emergency, call 000.

31/08/2025

Did you know 1 in 9 Australians live with asthma, yet only 32% have an up-to-date Asthma Action Plan—and there are over 56,000 ED visits annually due to asthma? Now’s the time to review your plan, master your inhaler technique, and book a GP review.

Book an appointment today!

https://ochrehealth.com.au/news/lets-talk-asthma/

11/08/2025

08/08/2025

Do you know someone who can make a strategic impact in healthcare?

Ochre Health is seeking a skilled and influential Government Relations and Grants Officer to amplify our voice in the health sector and secure funding that delivers lasting community impact. In this pivotal role, you will support the Executive team to build trusted relationships across all levels of government, advocate for meaningful change, and secure grants and tenders aligned with our strategic priorities. Your knowledge, expertise, and track record of success will help ensure Ochre’s long-term sustainability and our mission to provide accessible, high quality healthcare across Australia.

If you have demonstrated experience in government relations, public affairs, grants and tender writing and ideally a strong understanding of Australian healthcare funding, we’d love to hear from you.

Please contact Tracy McClenaghan our Chief Recruitment Officer for a confidential conversation on 0450 105 565 or tmcclenaghan@ochrehealth.com.au

04/08/2025

⚠️We have appointments available today (Tues 5th Aug). Phone or book online. A great opportunity!

31/07/2025

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Tasmanian community members have free after-hours access to GP support, where required, through Healthdirect Australia’s free after-hours GP telehealth service.

Call healthdirect on 1800 022 222 any time of the day or night and receive advice from a registered nurse.

If you call after-hours and are advised by the nurse to see a GP within 2 or 24 hours will, where appropriate, be offered a telephone or video call back from a GP – free of charge.

Callers to healthdirect may also be advised to visit their regular GP, a pharmacy, a hospital emergency department, or provided with advice on how to recover safely at home, depending on the level of care that is most appropriate for their situation.

For more information about the range of treatment options available in Tasmania please visit www.health.tas.gov.au/rightcare

If you, or someone else, are experiencing a serious and life-threatening injury or illness call triple zero (000) immediately.

30/07/2025

⚠️We have appointments available today and tomorrow with both female and male doctors. Phone or book online. A great opportunity!

27/07/2025

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Are you or a loved one feeling unwell with a respiratory illness like flu, RSV or COVID-19?

You may be able to access treatment from your home by calling the Care@home service on 📞 1800 973 363.

👉 Our health team provides free virtual care via telephone and video calls without the need to go hospital.

If you are not sure what to do, you can speak with a healthdirect nurse on 1800 022 222 or check your symptoms at: www.healthdirect.gov.au/symptom-checker.

ℹ️ See more about the Care@home service and who can access it at www.health.tas.gov.au/hospitals/carehome

Authorised by the Tasmanian Government, Hobart.

16/07/2025

It’s National Diabetes Week (13–19 July), and this year’s message is clear: prevention matters at every stage.

Whether it’s lowering the risk of type 2 diabetes or helping people with diabetes avoid complications, early action makes a big difference.

Take the time to talk to your GP about risk checks, regular screenings, and support options. Let’s take steps toward a healthier future.

09/07/2025

It’s NAIDOC Week and we are celebrating with our First Nations team members, patients and communities their rich history, diverse cultures and many achievements. Ochre has been very involved with First Nations communities since we were founded in Bourke over 20 years ago. Today, through our medical centres, we provide care to over 12,000 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, through our recruitment teams we place locum doctors into Aboriginal Medical Services and other health facilities caring for First Nations communities around the country, and we are proud ongoing sponsors of the Australian Federation of Medical Women “Purple Bush Leaves Medicine Bursaries” which provide Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women with financial support to further their medical careers. After some wonderful NAIDOC events last year, including at our Oakey practice in Queensland (main picture), our program this year culminates with our Walgett practice in Western NSW which on Friday will be hosting a community celebration in partnership with the Western NSW Local Health District. This is open to everybody in the area and will including a smoking ceremony, a welcome to country and dancing.

08/07/2025

We were proud to host Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Federal Minister Julie Collins MP, Tasmanian Opposition Leader Dean Winter MP, Member for Clark Ella Haddad MP, and members of their teams this morning at the Ochre Medicare Urgent Care Clinic (UCC) we operate in Hobart. The visit included discussion around plans for more UCCs in Tasmania and future funding models for healthcare. The Ochre Medicare UCC is co-located with our Ochre Medical Centre, as well as Capital Chemist, BodyTech Physio and Trusted Smiles Dental, in a Health Hub facility on the corner of Liverpool and Barrack Streets in the Hobart CBD.

03/07/2025

SCAM ALERT - texts claiming to be from HotDoc offering a refund.

We have been made aware of scam text messages impersonating HotDoc being received by patients claiming they are owed a refund and asking them to click a link.

These messages are not legitimate and we advise people not click any links or provide any personal information. If you receive a suspicious message like this relating to a refund, delete it and report it to help@hotdoc.com.au.

If you are a patient and you are ever unsure about a message you receive from us or HotDoc, please contact your clinic directly.

27/06/2025

Finding it hard to book a GP appointment?

We know appointments can fill up quickly – but there are still plenty of ways to access care when you need it.

Check out the options below for same-day bookings, after-hours telehealth, free nurse advice and more. And remember — for urgent medical concerns, there is always a doctor on call.

22/06/2025

* Flu Vaccination Clinic *
Our next clinic is scheduled for FRIDAY 27th June 2025. 9am-12 noon. Appointments can be booked online or by contacting the practice.
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21/06/2025

Feeling unwell with flu, Covid-19 or RSV? You might not need the Emergency Department.

If your symptoms are not life-threatening, places like Medicare Urgent Care Clinics and the Care@home service are safe ways to get the care you need, faster:

📞 Call our Care@home service on 1800 973 363 for free virtual care via telephone and video calls.

👉 Find your nearest Medicare UCC in Hobart, Bridgewater, Devonport and Launceston: www.health.tas.gov.au/patients/know-your-treatment-options-right-care-right-place/medicare-urgent-care-clinics

If it is a life-threatening illness or injury, call 000 or visit your closest ED.

Authorised by the Tasmanian Government, Hobart.

18/06/2025

GP VMO position available here in Smithton.

We provide full autonomy/flexible working arrangements. Doctors can work either part-time or fulltime to best support their lifestyle.

17/06/2025

Today is Bowel Cancer Australia's Red Apple Day (18th of June 2025).

Bowel cancer is one of Australia’s most common cancers - but it’s also one of the most treatable when caught early.

At Ochre, we’re proud to support Bowel Cancer Australia and raise awareness about the importance of early detection, regular screening, and open conversations.

Find out more or donate:
https://www.bowelcanceraustralia.org/red-apple-day

05/06/2025

Today is Crazy Socks 4 Docs Day – highlighting the importance of the mental health of doctors and all team members across the healthcare sector. A big shoutout to everybody for your amazing resilience, dedication and patient care!

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04/06/2025

RSV can be serious—especially for infants, young children, and pregnant women.

Vaccination is now available under the National Immunisation Program (NIP) to help prevent severe illness.

Call Ochre Medical Centre Smithton on (03) 6452 2555 to check your eligibility and book, or book online at the link below.

Ochre Health Medical Centre Smithton is a mixed-billing general practice with a range of highly experienced male and female GPs available.

18/05/2025

Today is World Family Doctor Day! Established by WONCA (the World Organization of Family Doctors) to highlight the contribution of GPs to health care systems around the world, this is an excellent opportunity to recognise the wonderful care and leadership provided by doctors across the profession. The Ochre Health Group is honoured to support nearly 500 of those doctors across our 68 medical centres and urgent care clinics around the country in providing nearly 2 million consultations to their patients every year. A big thanks to all of you!

13/05/2025

Today is International Receptionists Day and we’d like to give a big shoutout to the hundreds of receptionists and other support team members across our network of 68 practices and urgent care clinics. Your care, diligence, commitment and teamwork are very much appreciated!

11/05/2025

Today is International Nurses Day, celebrated on the birthday of Florence Nightingale, founder of professional nursing. This year’s theme is “Our Nurses. Our Future. Caring for nurses strengthens economies.”, highlighting that a well-supported and healthy nursing workforce plays a key role, not only in improving health systems and ensuring better outcomes for communities, but also in strengthening economies. Ochre has over 250 highly skilled and passionate nurses across our 68 medical centres and urgent care clinics around the country, each providing wonderful support to doctors and their patients. A big thanks to all of you!