General Information

‘Intern to RMO EOI’ process is designed to support current CHS interns in planning their RMO rotations and preparing for future PGY3 applications and interviews.

All CHS interns will receive information about the Intern‑to‑RMO Expression of Interest (EOI) process when RMO applications open.

Participation is optional; however, it can be a valuable opportunity to explore available options and feel more prepared for your next steps in clinical training. Choosing not to participate will not affect your ability to continue working at CHS or receive allocated terms.

Intern to RMO EOI Process Guide

1. Prepare mandatory documents:
   • Updated CV
   • Two (2) copies of referee report
     • At least one referee should be your term supervisor.
   • Selection criteria statement
     • Must be a separate document (not included in a cover letter)
     • Applications without this will not have preferences considered

2. Submit your EOI and Preference

   As part of your submission, you will be asked to select your preferred stream and nominate rotations in order of your preference.

   Available streams:

   • General
   • Medical
   • Surgical
   • General Practice
   • Paediatrics
   • Mental Health
   • Obstetrics and Gynaecology

   Available Rotations:

   Please refer to the CHS Term Descriptions and Register of Terms on the CRMEC website. This resource can help you understand available rotations and request your preference aligned with your career goals.

3. Interviews

   All participating interns will be invited to a 15-minute interview within the selected stream. Interviews usually take place in September each year. Online interviews are offered to the interns at rural sites or those unable to attend in person due to illness or planned leave.

4. Outcomes

   RMO allocations are usually released in early December.

   The ‘Intern to RMO EOI’ process is merit based and considers:

   • Written application
   • Interview performance
   • Referee reports

   If you rank highest in your stream, you will be guaranteed your first preference rotation for Term 1 the following year.

   If you choose not to participate,you will be allocated to various rotations within the General Stream.

If you are applying from interstate or overseas, please apply RMO position via CHS Career Portal.

General Information – External Applicants (Interstate or International)

• The external RMO recruitment process typically begins in August.
• Applications are accepted only via CHS Career Portal.
• Email applications will not be considered for shortlisting.
• Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by phone for interview offers.
• Interviews are usually held between October and December.
• Successful candidates will be invited to submit their RMO rotation preferences.

RMO Recruitment Process Guide

Please refer to ‘How to apply’.

Rotation Preferences

Successful candidates will be contacted and offered the opportunity to indicate their rotation preferences.

We recommend reviewing the CHS Term Descriptions and Register of Terms available on the CRMEC website. This will help you understand the available rotations offered to CHS RMOs and make informed decisions aligned with your career goals.