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

Cudgen, New South Wales AU

02 Oct 2026 ~ 14 Nov 2026

Posted 10 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 2 October 2026 5 - 8 October 2026 20 - 23 October 2026 31 October - 4 November 2026 14 November 2026 Position Details: Role is in relief department, so shifts may vary but will include General Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynaecology departments and will range over days, evenings, nights and weekends included.

$100 per hour days / $115 per hour (night shifts) Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided where required and approved.

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

$100 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Medicine

Bathurst, New South Wales AU

29 Jan 2027 ~ 01 Feb 2027

Posted 10 days 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

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Mackay, Queensland AU

28 Sep 2026 ~ 30 Oct 2026

Posted 10 days ago

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

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$2,000 per dayBase salary

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Locum

Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Mackay, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 30 Oct 2026

Posted 10 days ago

Locum cover is required from ASAP - 30 October 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

Locum

Registrar - Medicine

Bruce, Australian Capital Territory AU

NOW ~ 06 Oct 2026

Posted 10 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 11 - 15 September 2026 17 September 2026 22 September 2026 24 September 2026 29 September 2026 1 October 2026 6 October 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 2000 and 2000 - 0800 Career Medical Officer Covering: Wards Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

Available on applicationBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Medicine

Bunbury, Western Australia AU

NOW ~ 15 Oct 2026

Posted 10 days ago

Locum cover is required from 17 September - 15 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: Various shift types, including days, evenings and nights (Full time) Registrars must have a minimum of 3 years full time equivalent experience Registrar to cover RMO Gaps Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$1,400 per dayBase salary

Permanent

Resident Medical Officer - Medicine

Singleton, New South Wales AU

Available from 09 Nov 2026

Posted 10 days ago

Medical Officer (PGY 3+) – Occupational Health Location: Singleton & Speers Point, NSW Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time Salary: $200,000 - $260,000+ package (inclusive of salary, leave loading and superannuation), depending on experience Start Date: ASAP About the Role Join a specialist occupational health service supporting the NSW coal mining industry.

Working across Singleton and Speers Point clinics, you will conduct statutory medicals, provide preventative health advice, coordinate respiratory investigations, and support workplace health compliance.

Full occupational health training is provided.

Available on applicationBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Medicine

North Tamworth, New South Wales AU

19 Oct 2026 ~ 23 Oct 2026

Posted 10 days ago

Locum cover is required from 19 - 23 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1700 Consultant/Specialist/VMO Covering: on call for Rehab inpatients after hours.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$2,500 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Medicine

North Tamworth, New South Wales AU

06 Oct 2026 ~ 09 Oct 2026

Posted 10 days ago

Locum cover is required from 6 - 9 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1700 Consultant/Specialist/VMO Covering: on call for Rehab inpatients after hours.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$2,500 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Coffs Harbour, New South Wales AU

04 Jan 2027 ~ 08 Jan 2027

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required from 4 - 8 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1700 Monday - Friday Consultant/Spec/Vmo Will have full team No on call Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$2,000 per dayBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Medicine

Cudgen, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 29 Nov 2026

Posted 10 days ago

Locum cover is required from 21 September - 29 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1830 On call and weekends shared.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$145 per hourBase salary

Locum

Resident Medical Officer - Medicine

South Ripley, Queensland AU

28 Sep 2026 ~ 10 Oct 2026

Posted 10 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 28 September - 2 October 2026 5 - 10 October 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 2000 - 0830 Must be ieMR Trained in a QLD Hospital SHO Benefits: Mileage reimbursement.

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

$1,037 per dayBase salary

Locum

Resident Medical Officer - Medicine

South Ripley, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 02 Oct 2026

Posted 12 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 18 September 2026 2 October 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1606 Must be ieMR Trained in a QLD Hospital SHO Benefits: Mileage reimbursement.

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

$1,037 per dayBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Medicine

Shepparton, Victoria AU

02 Nov 2026 ~ 13 Nov 2026

Posted 11 days ago

Locum cover is required from 2 - 13 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1600 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

Registrar - Medicine

Coffs Harbour, New South Wales AU

02 Nov 2026 ~ 15 Nov 2026

Posted 11 days ago

Locum cover is required from 2 - 15 November 2026.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is provided.

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

$140 per hourBase salary

Locum

Resident Medical Officer - Medicine

Blacktown, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 15 Nov 2026

Posted 11 days ago

Locum cover is required ASAP - 15 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 | Monday - Friday PGY3+ Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$120 per hourBase salary

Locum

Resident Medical Officer - Medicine

Blacktown, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 15 Nov 2026

Posted 11 days ago

Locum cover is required ASAP - 15 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 | Monday - Friday PGY3+ Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$120 per hourBase salary

Locum

Resident Medical Officer - Medicine

Blacktown, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 15 Nov 2026

Posted 11 days ago

Locum cover is required ASAP - 15 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: A mix of 0800 - 1630, 1500 - 2100 and 2000 - 0830 PGY3+ Covering: Relief for General Rotation.

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

$120 per hourBase salary

Locum

Resident Medical Officer - Medicine

Frenches Forest, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 27 Sep 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required ASAP - 27 September 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 1330 - 2200 JMO Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$120 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Medicine

Hamlyn Terrace, New South Wales AU

02 Nov 2026 ~ 29 Jan 2027

Posted 11 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 2 - 6 November 2026 9 - 13 November 2026 16 - 20 November 2026 23 - 27 November 2026 30 November - 4 December 2026 7 - 11 December 2026 14 - 18 December 2026 21 - 24 December 2026 4 - 8 January 2027 11 - 15 January 2027 19 - 22 January 2027 25 January 2027 27 - 29 January 2027 Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 Must be a PGY4+ Ward Trainee UAT (MED 5) Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$130 per hourBase salary

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