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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Medicine 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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Resident Medical Officer - Medicine

Kingaroy, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 20 Nov 2026

Posted 4 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 29 June - 7 July 2026 17 July 2026 1 August - 20 November 2026 Position Details: JHO Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$892 per dayBase salary

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Resident Medical Officer - Medicine

Kingaroy, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 30 Nov 2026

Posted 3 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 29 June - 7 July 2026 | 0800 - 0800 17 July - 29 November 2026 | 0700 - 0830 Position Details: Shift times: Various shifts PGY3+ JHO Emergency and Inpatient/Gen Med Rural experience advantageous but not essential.

Comfortable working night shift as solo with SMO support (non-negoatiable) Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$892 per dayBase salary

Permanent

Registrar - Medicine

Broome, Western Australia AU

Available from 01 Feb 2027

Posted 4 months ago

General Medicine Advanced Trainee – Broome Location: Broome, Western Australia Employment Type: Full-time (12-month contract; 6-month applications considered) Salary: $301,700 – $378,680 p.a.

(pro rata) About the Role This role offers accredited Advanced Training in General Medicine within a rural and remote setting.

Based in Broome, you’ll deliver inpatient and outpatient care while supporting hospitals, remote clinics, and Aboriginal health services across the Kimberley region.

$301,700 ~ $378,680Base salary

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Registrar - Medicine

Coffs Harbour, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 27 Sep 2026

Posted 4 months ago

Locum cover is required from 15 - 27 September 2026.

Position Details: May require undertaking in-charge and on-call duties.

Will be required to work days, evenings, & weekends according to the hospital roster.

$140 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Medicine

Launceston, Tasmania AU

NOW ~ 10 Oct 2026

Posted 4 months ago

Locum cover is required for 8 June - 10 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: Days/Afternoon/Evenings ($1500/day) | Nights not in charge ($1800/day) ED Registrar (non in charge) Benefits: Travel (except international) and accommodation is included.

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

$1,800 per dayBase salary

Permanent

Resident Medical Officer - Medicine

Gunnedah, New South Wales AU

Start dates are flexible

Posted 4 months ago

Our client is advertising an opportunity for an Occupational and Environmental Medicine to permanently join their team at a public hospital in NSW.

The ideal start date for this position is ASAP.

$24,000 ~ $280,000Base salary

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Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Launceston, Tasmania AU

Start dates are flexible

Posted 4 months ago

Our client is advertising an opportunity for an Infectious Disease Specialist to permanently join their team at a Public Hospital in TAS.

The ideal start date for this position is ASAP.

Position Details: Experience in management of the clinical microbiology service including bench-level advice.

$216,300 ~ $310,389Base salary

Permanent

Resident Medical Officer - Medicine

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory AU

Start dates are flexible

Posted 4 months ago

Resident Medical Officer (Gen Med) Location: Canberra, ACT Employment Type: Permanent Full-time Salary: $256,000 Roster: 3/4 × 12‑hour shifts per week (76 hrs a fortnight) Start date: ASAP (with flexibility) About the Role A fantastic opportunity is available for Resident Medical Officers to join a dynamic and supportive acute hospital environment.

With multiple permanent full‑time vacancies, this role is ideal for PGY3+ doctors seeking strong clinical exposure and long‑term stability within a high‑quality private healthcare setting.

You will be responsible for the assessment and management of patients across medical and surgical acute care.

Available on applicationBase salary

Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Daw Park, South Australia AU

Start dates are flexible

Posted 5 months ago

Consultant – Spinal Cord Injury Service (Rehabilitation Physician) Location: Repat Health Precinct, Adelaide SA Employer: Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) Contract: Permanent ongoing (2 positions available) FTE: 0.6–1.0 (flexible; can increase/decrease over time) Salary: $367,000 – $716,000 p.a.

+ on‑call loading (~35%) + benefits Start: ASAP / negotiable An outstanding opportunity is available for a Consultant Rehabilitation Physician to join the SA Spinal Cord Injury Service (SASCIS), a statewide specialist service delivering comprehensive spinal rehabilitation care.

About the Role This consultant role provides specialist rehabilitation services for patients with spinal cord injury across acute, sub‑acute and outpatient settings.

$367,000 ~ $716,000Base salary

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Resident Medical Officer - Medicine

Taree, New South Wales AU

03 Oct 2026 ~ 04 Oct 2026

Posted 5 months ago

Locum cover is required from 3 - 4 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 2030 Covering: Wards SRMO 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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Resident Medical Officer - Medicine

Taree, New South Wales AU

10 Oct 2026 ~ 11 Oct 2026

Posted 5 months ago

Locum cover is required from 10 - 11 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 2030 Covering: Wards SRMO 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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Resident Medical Officer - Medicine

Taree, New South Wales AU

17 Oct 2026 ~ 18 Oct 2026

Posted 5 months ago

Locum cover is required from 17 - 18 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 2030 SRMO Covering: Wards 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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Resident Medical Officer - Medicine

Taree, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 28 Sep 2026

Posted 5 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 21 - 25 September 2026 | 2330 - 0830 26 - 27 September 2026 | 2000 - 0830 Position Details: Covering: Wards SRMO 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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