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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1771 Specialist Consultant jobs found

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Traralgon West, Victoria AU

NOW ~ 25 Oct 2026

Posted 3 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 21 September 2026 24 September 2026 28 - 30 September 2026 3 October 2026 5 - 7 October 2026 10 October 2026 12 - 14 October 2026 17 October 2026 19 - 25 October 2026 Position Details: Shift times: Various Rates: $3000 - $3500pd no on call / $3500 - $4000pd w/ on call FACEM Benefits: Accommodation provided.

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

$3,000 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Paediatrics

Broken Hill, New South Wales AU

19 Oct 2026 ~ 26 Oct 2026

Posted 6 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 19 - 25 October 2026 | $3000/day 2 - 8 November 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 0800 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)

Queanbeyan, New South Wales AU

05 Oct 2026 ~ 13 Oct 2026

Posted 5 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 5 October 2026 8 - 12 October 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

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Cairns North, Queensland AU

28 Sep 2026 ~ 30 Oct 2026

Posted 14 days ago

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

Benefits: Travel and accommodation reimbursement.

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

$2,233 per dayBase salary

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Locum

Specialist Consultant - Anaesthetics

Wangaratta, Victoria AU

29 Sep 2026 ~ 04 Oct 2026

Posted 4 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 29 September 2026 4 October 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0700 - 0700 On call Benefits: Travel and accommodation is provided Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$4,000 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Whyalla, South Australia AU

25 Sep 2026 ~ 10 Jan 2027

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required for: 25 - 28 September 2026 | $3000/day 20 - 27 October 2026 9 - 11 November 2026 17 - 25 November 2026 17 - 30 December 2026 6 - 10 January 2027 Position Details: Shift times: 1300 - 2330 Suitable for FRACGP / FACRRM / ACEM certificate / SMO FELLOWED RATES: $240ph weekdays, $260ph Weekends and Public Holiday.

NON-FELLOWED RATES: $230ph weekdays, $250ph Weekends and Public Holiday Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$230 per hourBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Anaesthetics

Cairns North, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 06 Feb 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required ASAP - 6 February 2027.

Position Details: No on call or weekends Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$2,800 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Whyalla, South Australia AU

30 Nov 2026 ~ 10 Jan 2027

Posted 3 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 30 November - 6 December 2026 21 - 27 December 2026 28 December 2026 - 10 January 2027 Position Details: Shift times: 0730 - 1800 Suitable for FRACGP / FACRRM / ACEM certificate / SMO FELLOWED RATES: $240ph weekdays, $260ph Weekends and Public Holiday.

NON-FELLOWED RATES: $230ph weekdays, $250ph Weekends and Public Holiday Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$230 per hourBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Whyalla, South Australia AU

25 Sep 2026 ~ 04 Jan 2027

Posted 3 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 25 - 29 September 2026 27 October - 8 November 2026 16 - 22 November 2026 29 November - 6 December 2026 14 December 2026 - 3 January 2027 Position Details: Shift times: 2130 - 0800 Suitable for FRACGP / FACRRM / ACEM certificate / SMO FELLOWED RATES: $250ph weekdays, $270ph Weekends and Public Holiday.

NON-FELLOWED RATES: $250ph weekdays, $270ph Weekends and Public Holiday Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$250 per hourBase salary

NewLocum

Specialist Consultant - Surgery

Douglas, Queensland AU

28 Sep 2026 ~ 27 Nov 2026

Posted 7 hours ago

Locum cover is required from 28 September - 27 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: Monday - Friday On call - Rostered on call including weekdays & weekends (up to one week at a time) 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

Specialist Consultant - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Burnie, Tasmania AU

22 Sep 2026 ~ 10 Oct 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required for: 22 September 2026 26 - 29 September 2026 4 October 2026 6 - 7 October 2026 9 - 10 October 2026 Position Details: Shift times: Various shifts FACEMs 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

NewLocum

Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Wangaratta, Victoria AU

23 Sep 2026 ~ 24 Sep 2026

Posted 7 hours ago

Locum cover is required from 23 - 24 September 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1600 Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

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

$2,500 per dayBase salary

NewLocum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

New Town, Tasmania AU

NOW ~ 09 Oct 2026

Posted 8 hours ago

Locum cover is required ASAP - 9 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: Full time, day work On call Required 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 - Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Ceduna, South Australia AU

24 Sep 2026 ~ 01 Oct 2026

Posted 3 days ago

Locum cover is required from 24 - 30 September 2026.

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

$3,333 per dayBase salary

NewLocum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Eight Mile Plains, Queensland AU

23 Nov 2026 ~ 22 Jan 2027

Posted 8 hours ago

Locum cover is required from 23 November 2026 - 22 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1700 With no on-call, recall and no requirement to work Queensland Public Holidays Must have AHPRA Specialist Registration Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$2,208 per dayBase salary

NewLocum

Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Mildura, Victoria AU

28 Sep 2026 ~ 04 Oct 2026

Posted 8 hours ago

Locum cover is required from the week of 28 September or the week of 5 October 2026.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$2,200 per dayBase salary

NewLocum

Specialist Consultant - Anaesthetics

Coffs Harbour, New South Wales AU

14 Nov 2026 ~ 15 Nov 2026

Posted 8 hours ago

Locum cover is required from 14 - 15 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1800 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 - Anaesthetics

Coffs Harbour, New South Wales AU

28 Sep 2026 ~ 03 Oct 2026

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 28 September - 1 October 2026 | 0800 - 1800 | $3500pd 2 October 2026 | 0800 - 1800 + on call 1800 - 0800 Position Details: Consultant/Specialist/VMO Benefits: Travel reimbursement and accommodation provided.

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

$3,000 per dayBase salary

NewLocum

Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Bendigo, Victoria AU

18 Jan 2027 ~ 20 Jan 2027

Posted 9 hours ago

Locum cover is required from 18 - 20 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1700 Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$2,200 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Burnie, Tasmania AU

04 Jan 2027 ~ 11 Jun 2027

Posted 3 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 4 - 8 January 2027 18 - 22 January 2027 1 - 5 February 2027 15 - 19 February 2027 12 - 16 April 2027 26 - 30 April 2027 10 - 14 May 2027 24 - 28 May 2027 7 - 11 June 2027 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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