This depends on where you work – the hospital or clinic chooses how a doctor is paid. This will work one of three ways: You’re paid by the hospital/clinic as an employee You’re paid by the hospital/clinic as a contractor Medrecruit pays you directly (this can be as a casual employee of Medrecruit or via your company) Your recruitment specialist can tell you which method you’ll be paid for each job you undertake.

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Doctor jobs in Australia

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

Specialist Consultant - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Goulburn, New South Wales AU

30 Sep 2026 ~ 25 Oct 2026

Posted a day ago

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

$250 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Armidale, New South Wales AU

26 Sep 2026 ~ 02 Oct 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required for: 26 - 27 September 2026 | 0800 - 1200 + OC 28 September 2026 | 0730 - 1600 + OC 29 September 2026 | 0730 - 1600 30 September - 1 October 2026 | 0730 - 1600 + OC 2 October 2026 | 0730 - 1600 Benefits: Travel reimbursed and accommodation allowance provided.

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

$275 per hourBase salary

NewLocum

Resident Medical Officer - Medicine

Taree, New South Wales AU

28 Sep 2026 ~ 02 Oct 2026

Posted a day ago

Locum cover is required from 28 September - 2 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 Benefits: Travel reimbursement and accommodation provided.

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

$170 per hourBase salary

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Locum

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Leongatha, Victoria AU

24 Sep 2026 ~ 23 Dec 2026

Posted 13 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 24 September 2026 | $4000/day 18 - 22 December 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 0800 On call Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$3,000 per dayBase salary

NewLocum

Registrar - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Lithgow, New South Wales AU

30 Sep 2026 ~ 07 Oct 2026

Posted a day ago

Locum cover is required from 30 September - 6 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 2000 - 0800 Resident/Registrar/CMO Critical Care - Emergency.

Benefits: Accommodation is included.

$250 per hourBase salary

NewLocum

Registrar - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Windsor, New South Wales AU

02 Oct 2026 ~ 08 Nov 2026

Posted a day ago

Locum cover is required for: 12 October 2026 14 - 16 October 2026 25 - 26 October 2026 1 November 2026 7 - 8 November 2026 Position Details: Shift times: Various CMO/SRMO/RMO Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$200 per hourBase salary

NewLocum

Specialist Consultant - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Port Pirie, South Australia AU

02 Oct 2026 ~ 18 Oct 2026

Posted a day ago

Locum cover is required for: 2 - 6 October 2026 7 October 2026 | $2800pd 8 - 11 October 2026 16 - 18 October 2026 Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$2,600 per dayBase salary

NewLocum

Resident Medical Officer - Medicine

Windsor, New South Wales AU

27 Sep 2026 ~ 27 Sep 2026

Posted a day ago

Locum cover is required for 27 September 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 RMO $140/hour | CMO/Registrar/SRMO $180/hour Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$140 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Shepparton, Victoria AU

27 Sep 2026 ~ 01 Nov 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required for: 27 - 29 September 2026 1 October 2026 5 October 2026 27 October 2026 31 October - 1 November 2026 Position Details: Shift times: Various shifts Days $160/hr | Nights $190/hr 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

Locum

Resident Medical Officer - Surgery

Ballarat Central, Victoria AU

NOW ~ 25 Sep 2026

Posted 15 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 24 - 25 September 2026 15 - 18 October 2026 22 - 25 October 2026 Position Details: Shift times: Various shifts General Surgery HMO Rates $115 per hour day | $125 per hour night Benefits: Accommodation provided.

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

$115 per hourBase salary

NewLocum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Launceston, Tasmania AU

NOW ~ 30 Oct 2026

Posted a day ago

Locum cover is required from ASAP - 30 October 2026.

Position Details: Full time day work On call Mon-Fri: 1 night every week | Sat-Sun: 1 weekend.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$2,500 per dayBase salary

Locum

Resident Medical Officer - Surgery

Werribee, Victoria AU

NOW ~ 25 Sep 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required from 21 - 25 September 2026.

Position Details: Weekend shift once in 3 weeks 0730 - 2030 ($150/hr) Covering: Orthopaedic Registrar/HMO Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$130 per hourBase salary

NewLocum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Wodonga, Victoria AU

30 Sep 2026 ~ 31 Oct 2026

Posted a day ago

Locum cover is required for: 30 September - 16 October 2026 | Weekdays 0830 - 1700 17 - 18 October 2026 | 0830 - 0830 | On site 0830 - 1400 (dependant on clinical demand) 20 - 31 October 2026 | Weekdays 0830 - 1700 Position Details: Some shifts are on call Registrar support after hours 1700 - 2100 and 0830 - 1230 for weekends Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$2,800 per dayBase salary

NewLocum

Resident Medical Officer - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Port Augusta, South Australia AU

26 Oct 2026 ~ 01 Nov 2026

Posted a day ago

Locum cover is required from 26 October - 1 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 1300 - 2330 Rates based on year level, starting $140/hr (PGY4) PGY4+ Benefits: Travel and accommodation is include Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$140 per hourBase salary

NewLocum

Specialist Consultant - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Wallaroo, South Australia AU

27 Sep 2026 ~ 18 Oct 2026

Posted a day ago

Locum cover is required for: 27 September 2026 | $2800pd 2 - 7 October 2026 17 - 18 October 2026 Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$2,600 per dayBase salary

NewLocum

Registrar - Medicine

Campbelltown, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 20 Dec 2026

Posted a day ago

Locum cover is required from ASAP - 20 December 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: Various shifts.

PGY3+ Trainee Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$115 per hourBase salary

NewLocum

Registrar - Medicine

Wangaratta, Victoria AU

NOW ~ 02 Oct 2026

Posted a day ago

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

$160 per hourBase salary

NewLocum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Traralgon West, Victoria AU

12 Oct 2026 ~ 16 Oct 2026

Posted a day ago

Locum cover is required from 12 - 16 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1630 On call on some shifts Benefits: Accommodation is included.

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

$3,000 per dayBase salary

NewLocum

Resident Medical Officer - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Gosford, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 03 Oct 2026

Posted a day ago

Locum cover is required for: 21 - 27 September 2026 2 October 2026 Position Details: Shift times: A mix of 1400 - 2400 and 2230 - 0830 SRMO Evenings $145/hour | Nights $180/hour Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$145 per hourBase salary

NewLocum

Registrar - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Taree, New South Wales AU

02 Nov 2026 ~ 09 Nov 2026

Posted a day ago

Locum cover is required from 2 - 8 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 2230 - 0830 CMO In Charge Will also accept FACEM.

Benefits: Travel allowance and accommodation are provided.

$320 per hourBase salary

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“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. ”

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