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General Practice (GP) 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.

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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)

Donnybrrok, Western Australia AU

NOW ~ 17 Dec 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required for: 7 - 11 September 2026 21 - 25 September 2026 28 September - 2 October 2026 5 - 9 October 2026 19 - 23 October 2026 30 October - 6 November 2026 16 - 20 November 2026 30 November - 4 December 2026 14 - 17 December 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1800 + 1800 - 0800 On call 24 hours Rate dependent on experience Senior Medical Practitioner / GP or FACEM Registered with AHPRA as a Specialist with FRACGP/FACRRM/FACEM, or recognition by AHPRA of overseas qualification and registered with AHPRA as a Specialist GP Minimum 3 years recent Australian/New Zealand experience in Emergency Medicine and/or Australian Rural Generalist experience.

ALS2/REACT or equivalent in the last three years.

Evidence of current competence in the management of life-threatening emergencies.

Available on applicationBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Parkes, New South Wales AU

02 Nov 2026 ~ 08 Nov 2026

Posted 19 days ago

Locum cover is required from 2 - 8 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0745 - 1815 Benefits: 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 - General Practice (GP)

Parkes, New South Wales AU

16 Nov 2026 ~ 22 Nov 2026

Posted 19 days ago

Locum cover is required from 16 - 22 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0745 - 1815 Benefits: 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)

Parkes, New South Wales AU

19 Oct 2026 ~ 25 Oct 2026

Posted 19 days ago

Locum cover is required from 19 - 25 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0745 - 1815 Benefits: 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)

Port Hedland, Western Australia AU

28 Oct 2026 ~ 19 Jul 2027

Posted 19 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 28 October - 2 November 2026 18 December 2026 - 5 January 2027 8 - 15 March 2027 12 - 19 April 2027 19 - 26 April 2027 24 - 31 May 2027 28 June - 5 July 2027 12 - 19 July 2027 Position Details: Shift times: Various shifts Fellowed RACGGP/FACRRM with ED experience or Senior Reg Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$1,800 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

West Busselton, Western Australia AU

09 Oct 2026 ~ 03 Jan 2027

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required for: 9 - 11 October 2026 23 - 25 October 2026 6 - 29 November 2026 24 December 2026 - 3 January 2027 Position Details: On ward/on call during day, oncall overnight (24 hour rate) GPO with advanced DRANZCOG Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

Available on applicationBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Condobolin, New South Wales AU

16 Jan 2027 ~ 18 Jan 2027

Posted 19 days ago

Locum cover is required from 16 - 17 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 0800 GP VMO ED.

Covering: ED, Ward rounds, Inpatients and Discharge summaries.

$2,000 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

NARRABRI, New South Wales AU

11 Jan 2027 ~ 17 Jan 2027

Posted 19 days ago

Locum cover is required from 11 - 17 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0700 - 1900 Benefits: Travel reimbursed and accommodation provided.

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

$2,750 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Bellingen, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 31 Oct 2026

Posted 25 days ago

Locum cover is required from 30 August - 30 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0700 - 0700 GP VMO with ED experience 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

Locum

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Mudgee, New South Wales AU

26 Sep 2026 ~ 27 Sep 2026

Posted 19 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 26 September 2026 | 0800 - 1800 27 September 2026 | 1000 - 2000 Position Details: Face-to-face clinical handover with night ED doctor at 1000.

GP with 5 years postgraduate experience.

Must have Emergency, Trauma, Adult & Paediatric Life Support experience and advanced adult and paediatric life support skills.

$2,750 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Quirindi, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 29 Sep 2026

Posted 19 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 12 - 14 September 2026 18 - 21 September 2026 25 - 28 September 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 0800 GP VMO or CMO In Charge Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$2,400 per dayBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Queanbeyan, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 25 Sep 2026

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 9 or 10 September 2026 13 September 2026 20 - 22 September 2026 24 September 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 0800 GP Obstetrician/ Specialist O&G for GP Obstetrician On Call 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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Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Charters Towers, Queensland AU

28 Sep 2026 ~ 25 Oct 2026

Posted 3 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 28 September - 9 October 2026 12 - 25 October 2026 Position Details: Rates dependent on experience.

FRACGP-RG / FACRRM or FRACGP with rural/remote clinical experience along with current ALS2.

ASTs in Emergency, Remote Medicine, or Internal Medicine preferred Weekday and weekend on call: 3 - 4 shifts per fortnight On call: 1:2 or 1:3 Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$2,100 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Nannup, Western Australia AU

03 Oct 2026 ~ 11 Oct 2026

Posted 19 days ago

Locum cover is required from 3 - 11 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 10hr shifts, + on call ATS ½, any combination of hours open for discussion FRACGP, FACRRM or FACEM Minimum 3 years recent Australian/New Zealand experience in Emergency Medicine and/or Australian Rural Generalist experience ALS2/REACT or equivalent in the last three years Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

Available on applicationBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Quirindi, New South Wales AU

02 Nov 2026 ~ 23 Nov 2026

Posted 20 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 2 November 2026 7 - 9 November 2026 16 November 2026 21 - 22 November 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 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.

$2,400 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Quirindi, New South Wales AU

01 Oct 2026 ~ 27 Oct 2026

Posted 20 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 1 - 5 October 2026 9 - 12 October 2026 20 - 21 October 2026 23 - 26 October 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 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.

$2,400 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Narrandera, New South Wales AU

30 Oct 2026 ~ 07 Nov 2026

Posted 20 days ago

Locum cover is required from 30 October - 7 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1800 GP Non Procedural.

$2500 not on call | $3000 on call 1800 - 0800 Benefits: Accommodation is included.

$2,500 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Condobolin, New South Wales AU

03 Nov 2026 ~ 07 Nov 2026

Posted 20 days ago

Locum cover is required from 3 - 6 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 0800 GP VMO ED On call Covering: ED, Ward rounds, Inpatients and Discharge summaries.

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)

Condobolin, New South Wales AU

28 Nov 2026 ~ 30 Nov 2026

Posted 20 days ago

Locum cover is required from 28 - 29 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 0800 GP VMO ED Basic Life Support Simple Suturing ECG Interpretation Catheterisation Sound Clinical Judgement Communicate appropriately Must have completed eMeds training Emergency, Trauma, Adult and Paediatric Support Medicare Provider number requirements: Full billing or refer and request billing rights acceptable Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$2,000 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Hawthorn, Victoria AU

NOW ~ 02 Dec 2026

Posted 20 days ago

Locum cover is required ASAP - ongoing.

Position Details: Shift times: 0.5 days / week Wed Location: Lakes Entrance $200 + GST per hour Must be able to do an onsite visit once every 3 weeks.

Telehealth every other week.

$200 per hourBase salary

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