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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Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Bathurst, New South Wales AU

21 Dec 2026 ~ 15 Jan 2027

Posted 9 days 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 - Anaesthetics

Wangaratta, Victoria AU

09 Nov 2026 ~ 22 Dec 2026

Posted 9 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 9 November 2026 | 0700 - 0700 19 November 2026 | 0730 - 1730 20 November 2026 | 0800 - 1730 2 December 2026 | 0700 - 0700 7 December 2026 | 0700 - 0700 21 December 2026 | 0700 - 0700 Position Details: $4,000 per day inclusive of callbacks – ONCALL | $3,500 per for day shift Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$3,500 per dayBase salary

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Resident Medical Officer - Surgery

Echuca, Victoria AU

NOW ~ 24 Sep 2026

Posted 9 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 21 September 2026 | 1230 - 2200 + on call 22 - 24 September 2026 | 1230 - 2200 Position Details: General Surgery HMO/Registrar Benefits: Travel reimbursed and accommodation provided.

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

$111 per hourBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Parkes, New South Wales AU

05 Oct 2026 ~ 08 Oct 2026

Posted 9 days ago

Locum cover is required from 5 - 8 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0745 to 1815 the doctor will be required to be onsite for these hours except for two 30 minute breaks during this time.

A full clinical handover is expected to be carried out between ED doctors at shift changes.

$2,500 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Wollongong, New South Wales AU

28 Sep 2026 ~ 30 Oct 2026

Posted 9 days ago

Locum cover is required from 28 September - 30 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1700 | Monday - Friday Consultant/Staff Specialist/VMO Benefits: Travel OR accommodation is included.

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

$2,500 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Kogarah, New South Wales AU

24 Dec 2026 ~ 15 Jan 2027

Posted 9 days 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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Registrar - Surgery

Cudgen, New South Wales AU

06 Oct 2026 ~ 16 Oct 2026

Posted 9 days ago

Locum cover is required from 6 - 16 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0700 - 1530 | Monday - Friday Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$155 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Wagga Wagga, New South Wales AU

13 Oct 2026 ~ 17 Oct 2026

Posted 9 days ago

Locum cover is required from 13 - 16 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 2230 - 0830 Registrar 2IC 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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SMO/MOSS - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Goulburn, New South Wales AU

05 Oct 2026 ~ 07 Oct 2026

Posted 9 days ago

Locum cover is required from 5 - 6 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 2230 - 0830 PGY6+ ED Medical Officers/ED Registrars for ED Night Shift In Charge.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$250 per hourBase salary

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SMO/MOSS - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Goulburn, New South Wales AU

14 Oct 2026 ~ 15 Oct 2026

Posted 9 days ago

Locum cover is required for 14 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 2230 - 0830 PGY6+ ED Medical Officers/ED Registrars for ED Night In Charge.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$200 per hourBase salary

Locum

SMO/MOSS - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Goulburn, New South Wales AU

11 Oct 2026 ~ 13 Oct 2026

Posted 9 days ago

Locum cover is required from 11 - 12 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 2230 - 0830 PGY6+ ED Medical Officers/ED Registrars for ED Night In Charge.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$200 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Windsor, New South Wales AU

16 Oct 2026 ~ 17 Oct 2026

Posted 9 days ago

Locum cover is required for 16 September 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 2230 - 0830 Senior In Charge Critical Care - Emergency.

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

$220 per hourBase salary

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Resident Medical Officer - Medicine

Grafton, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 27 Sep 2026

Posted 9 days ago

Locum cover is required ASAP - 27 September 2026.

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 - Paediatrics

Geraldton, Western Australia AU

02 Nov 2026 ~ 20 Nov 2026

Posted 9 days 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 - Medicine

Tiwi, Northern Territory AU

19 Oct 2026 ~ 23 Oct 2026

Posted 9 days ago

Locum cover is required from 19 - 23 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0745 - 1630 Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$200 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Medicine

Shepparton, Victoria AU

28 Sep 2026 ~ 30 Sep 2026

Posted 9 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 28 September 2026 | 0900 - 1500 29 - 30 September 2026 | 0900 - 1700 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

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Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Yass, New South Wales AU

21 Oct 2026 ~ 25 Oct 2026

Posted 9 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 21 October 2026 | 1700 - 1730 23 - 24 October 2026 | 0800 - 0800 Position Details: GP Specialists/Senior ED Medical Officers 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

Locum

Registrar - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Yass, New South Wales AU

25 Oct 2026 ~ 25 Oct 2026

Posted 9 days ago

Locum cover is required for 25 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1730 GP Specialists/Senior ED Medical Officers 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

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Yass, New South Wales AU

28 Oct 2026 ~ 29 Oct 2026

Posted 9 days ago

Locum cover is required for 28 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 1700 - 1730 GP Specialists/Senior ED Medical Officers 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

Locum

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Yass, New South Wales AU

16 Oct 2026 ~ 18 Oct 2026

Posted 9 days ago

Locum cover is required from 16 - 17 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 1700 - 1730 GP Specialists/Senior ED Medical Officers 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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