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Q: How much does a registrar make in Australia?

In Australia, a registrar's annual salary generally ranges between AUD$85,000 to $150,000 in 2025. However, earnings can vary based on the medical speciality, state, hospital, and years of experience. Additional allowances for overtime, on-call duties, and regional placements can further influence their remuneration.

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.

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Specialist Consultant - Medicine - Geriatric Medicine

Bathurst, New South Wales AU

21 Dec 2026 ~ 15 Jan 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 21 - 24 December 2026 25 - 28 December 2026 | on call from 0800 - 0800 29 - 30 December 2026 4 - 8 January 2027 11 - 15 January 2027 Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1700 onsite + 1700 - 0800 offsite Consultant/Specialist/VMO Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$2,500 per dayBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry - Adult

Kogarah, New South Wales AU

24 Dec 2026 ~ 15 Jan 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required from 24 December 2026 - 15 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1700 Consultant/Staff Specialist/VMO Days are negotiable.

Covering: either AOP or MHU.

$2,500 per dayBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - Paediatrics

Geraldton, Western Australia AU

NOW ~ 20 Nov 2026

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required from 2 - 20 November 2026.

Position Details: Consultant Paediatrician $2700 - $2900 (dependant on experience) Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

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

$2,700 per dayBase salary

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Registrar - Surgery - General

Fitzroy, Victoria AU

NOW ~ 20 Dec 2026

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required from 9 November - 20 December 2026.

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

$160 per hourBase salary

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Resident Medical Officer - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Alice Springs, Northern Territory AU

NOW ~ 01 Feb 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 19 October 2026 - 3 January 2026 30 January 2026 - 1 February 2027 Position Details: Shift times: 24/7 roster, with after-hours, weekend and night shifts Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$110 per hourBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - Paediatrics

Spencer Park, Western Australia AU

NOW ~ 22 Nov 2026

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required from 21 September - 16 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1700 Clinics and Ward cover with some On Call $2700 - 2900 + GST per day Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$2,700 per dayBase salary

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Registrar - Psychiatry

Cairns North, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required ASAP - 31 January 2027.

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

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Resident Medical Officer - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Katherine, Northern Territory AU

NOW ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required from 31 July 2026 - 31 January 2027.

Position Details: PGY3+ ED RMO/HMO Has rural experience Solo ED nights experience Up to date trauma training (Adult Life Support, Paediatric Life Support, Neonatal Resus) Rates: $150/hr for RMO | $180/hr for HMO | $200/hr ED Reg Benefits: Travel and accommodation is reimbursed.

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

$150 per hourBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP) - Urgent Care / Minor Injury & Illness

Colac, Victoria AU

NOW ~ 02 Dec 2026

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 20 September 2026 22 September 2026 2 October 2026 9 October 2026 24 October 2026 1 December 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 1200 - 2000 | On call 0800 - 0800 Benefits: Accommodation is included.

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

Available on applicationBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry - In Patient

Penrith, New South Wales AU

24 Nov 2026 ~ 22 Feb 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required from 24 November 2026 - 22 February 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1700 Consultant/Specialist/VMO Covering: PECC Unit.

All candidate must be available to work Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

$3,050 per dayBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Cooloongup, Western Australia AU

NOW ~ 03 Jan 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 2 - 29 November 2026 14 - 27 December 2026 28 December 2026 - 3 January 2027 Position Details: Full-time Medical Consultant Benefits: Travel and accommodation on approval.

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

$2,000 per dayBase salary

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Registrar - Medicine - Cardiology

Bendigo, Victoria AU

NOW ~ 20 Nov 2026

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required from 9 - 20 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 Benefits: Accommodation included.

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

$160 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Paediatrics

Kalgoorlie, Western Australia AU

21 Dec 2026 ~ 31 Dec 2026

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required from 21 - 31 December 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1630 + rotating on calls Experience with managing the Paediatric Unit and must have Neonatal Resus Preferably WA based.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$2,300 per dayBase salary

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Registrar - Psychiatry - In Patient

Gosford, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required from 21 September 2026 - 31 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 JMO - Psychiatry Relief Covering: IPUs, EDMHT & Community teams.

May be be required to cover some night & evening shifts which are paid @ $180 nights, $160 evenings.

$140 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Coffs Harbour, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 27 Jan 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required from 17 September 2026 - 27 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 2030 PGY3+ Week on week off Covering: ED, Discharge planning and handover.

Benefits: Travel reimbursement and accommodation provided.

$170 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Psychiatry - In Patient

Hamlyn Terrace, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required from 21 September 2026 - 31 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 JMO - Psychiatry Relief Covering: IPUs, EDMHT & Community teams.

May be be required to cover some nights & evening shifts which are paid @ $180 nights, $160 evenings.

$140 per hourBase salary

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Resident Medical Officer - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Cairns North, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 17 Jan 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required from 12 October 2026 - 17 January 2027.

Position Details: PGY3+ Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$772 per dayBase salary

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Registrar - Psychiatry - Child and Adolescent

Hamlyn Terrace, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required from 21 September 2026 - 31 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 Senior Registrar would also be considered.

Benefits: Accommodation is included.

$140 per hourBase salary

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Resident Medical Officer - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Cairns North, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 17 Jan 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required from 12 October 2026 - 17 January 2027.

Position Details: PGY3+ With possible extension Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$772 per dayBase salary

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Registrar - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Bathurst, New South Wales AU

29 Jan 2027 ~ 01 Feb 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required from 329 January - 1 February 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 2030 Covering: Ward rounds, MET calls, clinical reviews, discharge planning, etc.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$1,600 per dayBase 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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How do I become an RMO in Australia?

To become an RMO in Australia, you'll first obtain a medical degree. Then, apply for a hospital internship. Post-internship, you can apply for RMO positions. RMO roles offer clinical exposure and further training. Always check with state health departments and the AMC for specific requirements. Additionally, gaining experience through internships and networking with medical professionals can enhance your chances of securing an RMO position.

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Where is the work in Australia?

Can I work in Australia?

What paperwork will I need to apply for roles?