Solve Your Private ED Staffing Challenges with Blugibbon (No Upfront Costs!)

Are you struggling to fill after-hours shifts in your private Emergency Department?
Tired of the after-hours staffing struggle in your private ED? Blugibbon provides a seamless, risk-free solution to ensure consistent clinical cover for nights and weekends. Say goodbye to recruitment headaches, sky-high costs, and administrative burdens. We'll connect you with experienced locum doctors who are ready to hit the ground running so you can focus on what matters most: providing exceptional patient care.
Are you struggling to fill after-hours shifts in your private Emergency Department?
Directors (Clinical Coverage):
- How do you ensure reliable overnight and weekend cover in your private ED?
- What happens when shifts go unfilled? What are the risks to patient safety, quality of care and reputation in the local community?
Workforce Teams (Stress & Time):
- How many contacts and hours are spent trying to fill those hard-to-cover shifts?
- How much operational stress and burnout does this create for your team?
CEOs (Financial Impact):
- Which departments are the most expensive to staff, especially during after-hours periods?
- Are your after-hours shifts breaking even, or are they costing more than they should?
- How can you optimise staffing costs without compromising patient care?
Solve Your Private ED Staffing Challenges: No Upfront Costs, No Risk
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Registrars that can generate billings for your private ED
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Zero upfront recruitment fees (saving $25k+)
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No visa charges (saving $10k+ per person)
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No payroll tax obligation
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Consistent and reliable weekend and after-hour cover for 12 - 24 months
✅ One point of contact at Blugibbon - weekly meetings, one invoice and monthly reporting
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Consistent and reliable weekend and after-hour cover for 12 - 24 months

Dont Just Take Our Word For It
Saved By Gibbons! Our Department is saved yet again by the great Blugibbon Team.
In a world where small departments and odd shifts don't matter much to recruiters, the amazing staff helped us out when we had a critical night cover shortfall and again to fill those important shifts that mean the difference between a stressed workforce and a fully operational department.
Thanks to Sam Eva Jacob Phoebe Celina for always going the extra mile every time. That 1% sets the bar very high And as always, thanks Gibbons for all that you do
Medical Recruitment Manager - Large Private Emergency Group
How It Works: Your Hassle-Free Solution to After-Hours Staffing
Experienced Doctors: We source highly qualified doctors who have completed at least 5 years of postgraduate training (PGY5+) and have 2-3 years of experience in NHS Emergency Departments. These doctors are ready to make a significant contribution to your private ED and prove themselves in the Australian Healthcare system.
Flexible Contracts: We offer 1-2 year contracts with a minimum commitment of 10-12 night shifts per month. This ensures consistent coverage for your after-hours needs while providing flexibility for the locum doctors.
Fully Managed Process: We handle all the paperwork, including:
- AHPRA registration: We guide the doctors through the registration process, ensuring they meet all the requirements to practise in Australia.
- Visa sponsorship: We manage the visa application process, including all necessary documentation and compliance.
- Onboarding: We provide comprehensive onboarding to ensure a smooth transition for the locum doctors into your hospital.
Weekly Payroll: Blugibbon manages the payroll for the locum doctors, ensuring they are paid accurately and on time each week.
Supervision for Provisional Registration: For doctors with provisional AHPRA registration, your hospital provides two supervisors to oversee their practice and provide necessary support.
Medicare Billing Setup: We assist the locum doctors with setting up their Medicare billing arrangements, enabling them to generate revenue for your private ED.
Transparent Invoicing: Blugibbon invoices your private ED once a month based on a straightforward calculation: days worked multiplied by an all-inclusive charge rate.
All-Inclusive Rate: Our transparent pricing model includes all the following costs in the charge rate:
- Doctor's pay
- Superannuation contributions
- Workers' compensation insurance
- Public liability insurance
- Payroll tax
- Visa charges
- Agency margin Exclusive of GST: The all-inclusive charge rate is exclusive of GST, providing clarity and transparency in your budgeting.

Why Choose Blugibbon?
- Seamless Onboarding: We handle all the paperwork, compliance, and visa processes, getting you ready to work in just 3-4 months. Focus on what you do best – caring for patients – while we take care of the rest.
- Flexible & Reliable Staffing: You choose your rosters and placements, giving you the freedom and flexibility to create your ideal locum lifestyle. Enjoy a better work-life balance and explore different parts of Australia on your own terms.
- Maximise Your Earnings: We help you maximise your earning potential with competitive rates and access to a wide range of locum opportunities. Our dedicated team negotiates the best possible terms for you, so you can focus on your career and financial goals.