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Q: Will working as a locum affect my tax status?

Yes, working as a locum means you are essentially a contractor. Your tax structure will be different. In Australia, you will need to provide an Australian Business Number. In New Zealand, you may need to register for GST

Q: Where is the work in Australia?

There are roles available right across Australia. Where the work is depends on your experience and specialty. Many (though certainly not all) locum roles are in rural areas. Overseas-trained doctors are required to work in a rural area of need for a period of time. Lots of doctors we work with love earning extra and exploring the country through locum and permanent placements. You can find out more about our current job listings on the job search page.

Q: Can I work in Australia?

AHPRA registered doctors have lots of opportunities to find permanent and locum work in Australia. Kiwi doctors can work in Australia – you'll need to gain AHPRA registration, and we can assist you in this process. Doctors who gained their primary medical degree overseas are known as International Medical Graduates (IMGs). Ideally, you will have a few years' experience in a comparative health system (like in the UK or Ireland) under your belt. There are a few pathways to work in Australia but it's important to note that there are restrictions on where and how you can work.

Q: What paperwork will I need to apply for roles?

Your registration number, a current CV and three references are the essentials of any job application. Other paperwork that's commonly required is: Evidence of vaccinations, Evidence of your degree/fellowship, Annual Practicing Certificates, Indemnity, A certified copy of your passport and/or driver’s licence, Police vetting form. What you'll need can vary slightly between Australian states and New Zealand. Some states/locations also require you to complete an online training course (eMedical Courses). We're here to help guide you through the requirements, and we'll give you a checklist detailing everything you need.

Q: Do you charge a fee to doctors?

No, our service is free for doctors! We're paid by hospitals and clinics for our services and are preferred suppliers in several states and areas. Because we have a huge network of doctors, we save clinics and hospitals time (and money) by taking the stress out of the hiring and credentialing process.

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NewLocum

Registrar - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Gisborne, North Island NZ

02 Nov 2026 ~ 28 Dec 2026

Posted 11 hours ago

$90 per hourBase salary

NewLocum

Registrar - Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Wellington, North Island NZ

03 Nov 2026 ~ 18 Nov 2026

Posted 12 hours ago

Locum cover is required for: 3 - 8 November 2026 16 - 18 November 2026 Position Details: Shift times: Nights Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$115 per hourBase salary

NewLocum

Resident Medical Officer - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Buderim, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 01 Feb 2027

Posted 13 hours ago

Locum cover is required for: 29 October 2026 4 November 2026 10 - 11 November 2026 14 November 2026 18 - 20 November 2026 28 November 2026 1 December 2026 4 - 5 December 2026 12 December 2026 24 December 2026 12 - 16 January 2027 18 - 23 January 2027 26 - 30 January 2027 Position Details: Shift times: Various Covering: CCS and Wards Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable

$150 per hourBase salary

NewLocum

Registrar - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Belmont, New South Wales AU

10 Jan 2027 ~ 10 Jan 2027

Posted 13 hours ago

Locum cover is required for 10 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 1230 - 2230 CMO Benefits: Travel and accommodation allowance.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$170 per hourBase salary

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NewLocum

Registrar - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Belmont, New South Wales AU

04 Jan 2027 ~ 06 Jan 2027

Posted 13 hours ago

Locum cover is required from 4 - 6 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1830 CMO Benefits: Travel and accommodation allowance.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$135 per hourBase salary

NewLocum

Registrar - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Belmont, New South Wales AU

06 Jan 2027 ~ 06 Jan 2027

Posted 13 hours ago

Locum cover is required for 6 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 1230 - 2230 CMO Benefits: Travel and accommodation allowance.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$150 per hourBase salary

NewLocum

Registrar - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Belmont, New South Wales AU

09 Jan 2027 ~ 09 Jan 2027

Posted 13 hours ago

Locum cover is required for 9 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1830 CMO Benefits: Travel and accommodation allowance.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$135 per hourBase salary

NewLocum

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP) - Emergency Medicine / SMO

Inverell, New South Wales AU

01 Nov 2026 ~ 02 Nov 2026

Posted 13 hours ago

Locum cover is required for 1 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 2000 - 0800 GP VMO or CMO In Charge Benefits: Travel reimbursement and accommodation provided.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$2,760 per dayBase salary

NewLocum

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP) - Emergency Medicine / SMO

Inverell, New South Wales AU

09 Nov 2026 ~ 09 Nov 2026

Posted 13 hours ago

Locum cover is required for 9 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 200 GP VMO or CMO In Charge Benefits: Travel reimbursement and accommodation provided.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$3,000 per dayBase salary

NewLocum

Registrar - Paediatrics

Nowra, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 30 Oct 2026

Posted 13 hours ago

Locum cover is required from 29 - 30 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 1100 - 2100 Benefits: Accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$180 per hourBase salary

NewLocum

Registrar - Surgery - Orthopaedic

Pialba, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 06 Nov 2026

Posted 14 hours ago

Locum cover is required ASAP - 6 November 2026.

Position Details: PHO Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$1,034 per dayBase salary

NewLocum

Resident Medical Officer - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Albury, New South Wales AU

02 Nov 2026 ~ 09 Nov 2026

Posted 14 hours ago

Locum cover is required from 2 - 8 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 2130 - 0830 HMO Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$160 per hourBase salary

NewLocum

Registrar - Intensive Care Medicine

Wangaratta, Victoria AU

06 Nov 2026 ~ 27 Nov 2026

Posted 14 hours ago

Locum cover is required for: 6 -12 November 2026 | 2000 - 0830 20 - 22 November 2026 | 0800 - 2030 23 - 26 November 2026 | 2000 - 0830 Position Details: Rates: $160 per hour days | $190 per hour nights Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$160 per hourBase salary

NewLocum

Specialist Consultant - Surgery - Orthopaedic

Pialba, Queensland AU

31 Oct 2026 ~ 11 Jan 2027

Posted 14 hours ago

Locum cover is required for: 31 October - 19 November 2026 1 - 19 December 2026 29 December 2026 - 11 January 2027 Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$2,300 per dayBase salary

NewLocum

Registrar - Intensive Care Medicine

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory AU

02 Nov 2026 ~ 17 Nov 2026

Posted 14 hours ago

Locum cover is required for: 2 November 2026 5 November 2026 9 November 2026 11 November 2026 14 November 2026 17 November 2026 Position Details: Shift times: Days and Night Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$140 per hourBase salary

NewLocum

SMO/MOSS - Anaesthetics

Roma, Queensland AU

02 Nov 2026 ~ 01 Jan 2027

Posted 14 hours ago

Locum cover is required from 2 November 2026 - 1 January 2027.

Position Details: Covering: ED, Wards, Clinics, and Theatre Rural Generalist / Senior Medical Officer with Anaesthetics Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$892 per dayBase salary

NewLocum

Registrar - Psychiatry

Woodville South, South Australia AU

14 Nov 2026 ~ 27 Nov 2026

Posted 14 hours ago

Locum cover is required from 14 - 27 November 2026.

Position Details: Covering: Emergency Department Registrars/RMO's Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$183 per hourBase salary

NewLocum

Resident Medical Officer - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Sydney, New South Wales AU

06 Nov 2026 ~ 06 Nov 2026

Posted 14 hours ago

Locum cover is required for 6 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 1400 - 2200 SRMO Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$150 per hourBase salary

NewLocum

Registrar - Surgery - General

Bathurst, New South Wales AU

06 Nov 2026 ~ 16 Nov 2026

Posted 14 hours ago

Locum cover is required from 6 - 15 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0700 - 0700 On site and on call OT, ward rounds, METs, clinical reviews, etc.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$200 per hourBase salary

NewLocum

Registrar - Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Mildura, Victoria AU

10 Nov 2026 ~ 19 Nov 2026

Posted 14 hours ago

Locum cover is required for: 10 - 12 November 2026 | 0730 - 2000 16 November 2026 | 0730 - 2000 17 November 2026 | 0730 - 1300 18 November 2026 | 1200 - 1700 19 November 2026 | 0730 - 2000 Position Details: Covering: Birth Suite Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$180 per hourBase salary

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★★★★★

“I was as passionate about medicine as anyone could be. But the journey through medicine can be gruelling and it's long. It's very, very long. ”

Dr Eva Rosenbaum

doctor, paramedic, adventurer

★★★★★

“Efficient, friendly and take the time to understand needs. Have enjoyed the relationship working with everyone.”

Amanda McIntyre

St George Private Hospital, Kogarah, NSW

★★★★★

“Friendly helpful staff who try to fit in with your working needs. Excellent company. I probably should have done it when I was younger rather than spend many years at the one hospital. ”

Peter Clements

Registrar, Emergency Medicine

★★★★★

“I was as passionate about medicine as anyone could be. But the journey through medicine can be gruelling and it's long. It's very, very long. ”

Dr Eva Rosenbaum

doctor, paramedic, adventurer

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