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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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 - General Practice (GP)

Esperance, Western Australia AU

28 Sep 2026 ~ 03 Jan 2027

Posted 9 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 28 September - 11 October 2026 2 - 8 November 2026 7 - 13 December 2026 21 December 2026 - 3 January 2027 Position Details: Shift times: Night Shifts ED GP/ Rural Generalist (FACCRM) HBMP = Daily rate $2300 | Daily rate = 2600 | Night rate = $2850 Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$2,860 per dayBase salary

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Registrar - Surgery

Fitzroy, Victoria AU

09 Nov 2026 ~ 20 Dec 2026

Posted 12 days 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 - Intensive Care Medicine

Wangaratta, Victoria AU

25 Sep 2026 ~ 22 Oct 2026

Posted 10 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 25 - 30 September 2026 14 October 2026 19 - 22 October 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 2030 HMO Benefits: Travel reimbursement and accommodation is included.

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

$120 per hourBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Launceston, Tasmania AU

16 Nov 2026 ~ 31 Dec 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required from 16 November 2026 - 18 February 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 0506 On call Required (as part of a roster) 1:5 Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$2,700 per dayBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Wonthaggi, Victoria AU

21 Sep 2026 ~ 23 Oct 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required for: 21 September 2026 28 September 2026 8 October 2026 12 - 13 October 2026 19 - 20 October 2026 22 October 2026 Position Details: Outpatients clinic Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$2,500 per dayBase salary

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Resident Medical Officer - Medicine

Alice Springs, Northern Territory AU

19 Oct 2026 ~ 01 Feb 2027

Posted 11 days 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 - Anaesthetics

Berri, South Australia AU

NOW ~ 21 Sep 2026

Posted 6 days ago

Locum cover is required from 18 - 20 September 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 0800 Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

Available on applicationBase salary

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Registrar - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Byron Central, New South Wales AU

31 Oct 2026 ~ 03 Nov 2026

Posted 6 days ago

Locum cover is required from 31 October - 2 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 2230 - 0830 CMO 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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Registrar - Medicine

Yass, New South Wales AU

17 Oct 2026 ~ 18 Oct 2026

Posted 6 days ago

Locum cover is required from 17 - 18 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 CMO PGY6+ Covering: Wards.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$160 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Yass, New South Wales AU

10 Oct 2026 ~ 10 Oct 2026

Posted 6 days ago

Locum cover is required for 10 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 CMO PGY6+ Covering: Wards.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$160 per hourBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Tasmania AU

NOW ~ 03 Jan 2027

Posted 19 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 18 - 19 September 2026 24 - 26 September 2026 15 October 2026 28 November 2026 4 December 2026 25 - 26 December 2026 28 December 2026 1 - 3 January 2027 Position Details: Shift times: Various shifts FACEMS only for all shifts apart from overnights.

ED Registrar PGY7+ min 3 years’ experience in ED only.

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

$300 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Goulburn, New South Wales AU

23 Sep 2026 ~ 26 Sep 2026

Posted 6 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 23 September 2026 | 1200 - 2200 25 September 2026 | 0800 - 1800 26 September 2026 | 1200 - 2200 Position Details: ED Non-in-charge Shift PGY4+ 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 - Surgery

Shepparton, Victoria AU

01 Oct 2026 ~ 05 Oct 2026

Posted 6 days ago

Locum cover is required from 1 - 4 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 2030 - 0800 Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$190 per hourBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Cunnamulla, Queensland AU

30 Sep 2026 ~ 18 Oct 2026

Posted 6 days ago

Locum cover is required from 30 September - 18 October 2026.

Position Details: Rural Generalist / Senior Medical Officer 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 - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Bathurst, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 22 Sep 2026

Posted 6 days ago

Locum cover is required from 19 - 22 September 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1800 FACEM ALS Certificate NSW WWCC verified Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$3,000 per dayBase salary

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Registrar - Medicine

Yass, New South Wales AU

04 Oct 2026 ~ 04 Oct 2026

Posted 6 days ago

Locum cover is required for 4 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 CMO PGY6+ Covering: Wards.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$180 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Medicine

Casino, New South Wales AU

07 Nov 2026 ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 7 - 8 November 2026 5 - 6 December 2026 12 - 13 December 2026 19 - 20 December 2026 23 December 2026 - 3 January 2027 9 - 10 January 2027 16 - 17 January 2027 23 - 24 January 2027 30 - 31 January 2027 Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1800 | Saturday and Sunday Locums with a current NSW WWCC Clearance will be prioritised over candidates without.

CMO / PGY5+ Benefits: Travel reimbursement and accommodation provided.

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

$180 per hourBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Pialba, Queensland AU

06 Oct 2026 ~ 04 Dec 2026

Posted 6 days ago

Locum cover is required from 6 October - 4 December 2026.

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

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Registrar - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Gosford, New South Wales AU

05 Oct 2026 ~ 24 Oct 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required for: 5 October 2026 8 October 2026 10 October 2026 15 - 17 October 2026 24 October 2026 Position Details: Shift times: Various shifts Days $145/hr | Nights $170/hr Trainee Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$145 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Psychiatry

Launceston, Tasmania AU

30 Nov 2026 ~ 08 Jan 2027

Posted 11 days ago

Locum cover is required from 30 November 2026 - 8 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: Full time day work + On call Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services Senior Career Medical Officer Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$1,400 per dayBase salary

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