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Q: How do you become an RMO in Australia?

To become an RMO in Australia, you must complete your bachelor's degree in medicine and then successfully complete a one-year internship. It is essential to obtain APHRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency) registration to work as an RMO. This registration ensures that you meet the necessary professional standards and qualifications required to provide high-quality healthcare as a Junior Doctor in Australia.

Q: What is a Resident Medical Officer in Australia?

A Resident Medical Officer or RMO in Australia is a doctor in their second postgraduate year (PGY-2). They gain invaluable clinical experience by working in public hospitals under the guidance of senior medical specialists. RMOs play a crucial role in patient care and contribute to the overall functioning of the healthcare system.

Q: How much do Resident Medical Officers in Australia make?

Resident Medical Officers in Australia typically earn a salary range of $60,000 - $100,000 per year, depending on factors such as experience and location. For locum work, they can expect to earn around $90 - $150 per hour. These rates reflect the rewarding compensation that junior doctors receive for their dedication and commitment to providing quality healthcare.

Q: What are the levels of doctor grades in Australia?

Medical student Resident Medical Officer (RMO) (PGY-2) Registrar (PGY-5) Senior Resident Medical Officer (SMO) (PGY 3/4) Specialist Consultant

Q: How much does an RMO earn in Australia?

In Australia, an RMO (Resident Medical Officer) typically earns between $70,000 to $85,000 AUD per annum, though this can vary by state, hospital, and hours worked. Additional allowances for overtime or working in high-demand areas can also influence these figures. Juniors PGY+2 might earn $150 to $200 AUD per hour when locuming.

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588 Resident Medical Officer jobs found

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Resident Medical Officer - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Grafton, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 6 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 31 October - 2 November 2026 21 - 22 November 2026 5 - 6 December 2026 25 December2026 - 4 January 2027 7 - 12 January 2027 16 - 18 January 2027 30 - 31 January 2027 Position Details: Shift times: 0700 - 1530 JMO PGY3+ 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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Resident Medical Officer - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Griffith, New South Wales AU

21 Dec 2026 ~ 25 Dec 2026

Posted 6 days ago

Locum cover is required from 21 December 2026 - 24 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 2130 - 0730 May need to assist wards.

SRMO / Junior Registrar Rate: $170 per hour + super ($190 per hour) Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$170 per hourBase salary

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Resident Medical Officer - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Grafton, New South Wales AU

07 Nov 2026 ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 6 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 7 - 9 November 2026 | $145/hr 11 - 15 November 2026 18 November 2026 21 - 22 November 2026 29 November 2026 5 - 7 December 2026 20 December 2026 26 - 30 December 2026 | $145/hr 1 - 6 January 2027 | $145/hr 16 - 24 January 2027 29 - 31 January 2027 Position Details: Shift times: 0700 - 1530 JMO PGY3+ 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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Resident Medical Officer - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Wollongong, New South Wales AU

16 Nov 2026 ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 6 days ago

Locum cover is required from 16 November 2026 - 31 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 Benefits: Accommodation included.

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

$130 per hourBase salary

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Resident Medical Officer - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory AU

06 Nov 2026 ~ 27 Nov 2026

Posted 6 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 6 November 2026 26 November 2026 27 November 2026 Position Details: Shift times: Various days, evenings and nights Benefits: Travel 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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Resident Medical Officer - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Katoomba, New South Wales AU

26 Dec 2026 ~ 27 Dec 2026

Posted 7 days ago

Locum cover is required for 26 December 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 2230 - 0830 Resident/Registrar/CMO At least PGY-3 with 6 months minimum ED experience.

Critical Care - Emergency.

$250 per hourBase salary

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Resident Medical Officer - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Katoomba, New South Wales AU

31 Dec 2026 ~ 01 Jan 2027

Posted 7 days ago

Locum cover is required for 31 December 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 2230 - 0830 Resident/Registrar/CMO At least PGY-3 with 6 months minimum ED experience.

Critical Care - Emergency.

$250 per hourBase salary

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Resident Medical Officer - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Taree, New South Wales AU

21 Dec 2026 ~ 24 Dec 2026

Posted 7 days ago

Locum cover is required from 21 - 24 December 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 1500 - 0000 SRMO General Medicine - Wards Benefits: Travel cap reimbursed.

Accommodation provided.

$200 per hourBase salary

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Resident Medical Officer - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Katoomba, New South Wales AU

09 Jan 2027 ~ 10 Jan 2027

Posted 7 days ago

Locum cover is required for 9 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 2230 - 0830 Resident/Registrar/CMO At least PGY-3 with 6 months minimum ED experience.

Critical Care - Emergency.

$250 per hourBase salary

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Resident Medical Officer - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Katoomba, New South Wales AU

10 Jan 2027 ~ 11 Jan 2027

Posted 7 days ago

Locum cover is required for 10 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 2230 - 0830 Resident/Registrar/CMO At least PGY-3 with 6 months minimum ED experience.

Critical Care - Emergency.

$250 per hourBase salary

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Resident Medical Officer - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Frenches Forest, New South Wales AU

05 Nov 2026 ~ 12 Nov 2026

Posted 7 days ago

Locum cover is required from 5 - 11 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 2145 - 0815 weekdays | 2000 - 0830 weekends Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$150 per hourBase salary

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Resident Medical Officer - Surgery

Wangaratta, Victoria AU

02 Dec 2026 ~ 06 Dec 2026

Posted 7 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 2 - 4 November 2026 | 0830 - 1630 18 - 20 November 2026 | 0630 - 1300 21 - 22 November 2026 | 1600 5 - 6 December 2026 | 0800 - 2030 Position Details: Days $120/hr | Nights $150/hr HMO Benefits: Travel 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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Resident Medical Officer - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Fitzroy, Victoria AU

09 Nov 2026 ~ 23 Nov 2026

Posted 7 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 9 - 12 November 026 22 November 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 2130 - 0830 HMO Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$115 per hourBase salary

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Resident Medical Officer - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Katoomba, New South Wales AU

16 Jan 2027 ~ 17 Jan 2027

Posted 7 days ago

Locum cover is required for 16 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 2230 - 0830 Resident/Registrar/CMO At least PGY-3 with 6 months minimum ED experience.

Critical Care - Emergency.

$250 per hourBase salary

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Resident Medical Officer - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Grafton, New South Wales AU

01 Feb 2027 ~ 28 Feb 2027

Posted 7 days ago

Locum cover is required from 1 - 28 February 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: Various shifts RMO/JMO 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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Resident Medical Officer - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Cairns North, Queensland AU

21 Dec 2026 ~ 17 Jan 2027

Posted 7 days ago

Locum cover is required from 21 December 2026 - 17 January 2027.

Position Details: Medicine - Rehab PGY3+ Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$772 per dayBase salary

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Resident Medical Officer - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Cairns North, Queensland AU

07 Dec 2026 ~ 17 Jan 2027

Posted 7 days ago

Locum cover is required from 7 December 2026 - 17 January 2027.

Position Details: Medicine - Rad Oncology PGY3+ Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$772 per dayBase salary

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Resident Medical Officer - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Grafton, New South Wales AU

01 Jan 2027 ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 7 days ago

Locum cover is required from 1 - 31 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: Various shifts RMO/JMO 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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Resident Medical Officer - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Cairns North, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 29 Nov 2026

Posted 7 days ago

Locum cover is required from 2 - 29 November 2026.

Position Details: PGY3+ Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$772 per dayBase salary

Locum

Resident Medical Officer - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Cairns North, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 29 Nov 2026

Posted 7 days ago

Locum cover is required from 2 - 29 November 2026.

Position Details: PGY3+ Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$772 per dayBase salary

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How do I become an RMO in Australia?

To become an RMO in Australia, you'll first obtain a medical degree. Then, apply for a hospital internship. Post-internship, you can apply for RMO positions. RMO roles offer clinical exposure and further training. Always check with state health departments and the AMC for specific requirements. Additionally, gaining experience through internships and networking with medical professionals can enhance your chances of securing an RMO position.

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