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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Specialist Consultant - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Bathurst, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 02 Nov 2026

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 24 - 30 August 2026 4 - 6 September 2026 2 - 4 October 2026 26 October - 1 November 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 2230 - 0830 Must have ALS Certificate NSW WWCC verified Non in charge FACEM Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$2,100 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Anaesthetics

Penrith, New South Wales AU

15 Oct 2026 ~ 15 Oct 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required for 15 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0745 - 1745 Consultant/Spec/Vmo 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 - Psychiatry

Mount Nasura, Western Australia AU

29 Sep 2026 ~ 09 Oct 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required from 29 September - 9 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1630 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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Specialist Consultant - Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Loganholme, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required ASAP - January 2027.

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

$2,200 per dayBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Maclean, New South Wales AU

13 Dec 2026 ~ 28 Dec 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required for: 13 December 2026 27 December 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 2130 - 0730 Consultant/Staff Specialist/VMO /FACEM 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 - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Maclean, New South Wales AU

01 Nov 2026 ~ 30 Nov 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required for: 1 November 2026 15 November 2026 29 November 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 2130 - 0730 Consultant/Staff Specialist/VMO /FACEM 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 - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Maclean, New South Wales AU

01 Jan 2027 ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required for: 1 - 3 January 2027 6 January 2027 8 - 11 January 2027 15 - 17 January 2027 22 - 25 January 2027 27 January 2027 29 - 31 January 2027 Position Details: Shift times: 1230 - 2200 Consultant/Staff Specialist/VMO /FACEM 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 - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Maclean, New South Wales AU

04 Dec 2026 ~ 30 Dec 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required for: 4 - 6 December 2026 9 December 2026 11 December 2026 19 - 20 December 2026 22 - 23 December 2026 25 - 28 December 2026 30 December 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 1230 - 2200 Consultant/Staff Specialist/VMO /FACEM 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 - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Maclean, New South Wales AU

03 Jan 2027 ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required for: 3 - 4 January 2026 9 - 10 January 2026 15 - 26 January 2026 31 January 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0700 - 1530 Consultant/Staff Specialist/VMO /FACEM 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 - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Maclean, New South Wales AU

06 Dec 2026 ~ 29 Dec 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required for: 6 - 7 December 2026 21 - 27 December 2026 29 December 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0700 - 1530 Consultant/Staff Specialist/VMO /FACEM 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

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Specialist Consultant - Emergency Medicine (ED)

NARRABRI, New South Wales AU

22 Dec 2026 ~ 03 Jan 2027

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required from 22 December 2026 - 3 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0700 - 1900 GP VMO or CMO In Charge Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$2,750 per dayBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Maclean, New South Wales AU

10 Jan 2027 ~ 24 Jan 2027

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required for: 10 January 2027 24 January 2027 Position Details: Shift times: 2130 - 0730 FACEM / FACRM / GP / CMO In charge shifts.

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

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Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Belmont, New South Wales AU

28 Sep 2026 ~ 05 Oct 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required from 28 September - 5 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1600 Some on call Consultant/Specialist/VMO Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$2,000 per dayBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Wollongong, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 16 Oct 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required from 21 September - 16 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1700 Consultant/Staff Specialist/VMO Covering: Child & Adolescent Inpatient Unit.

Benefits: Accommodation allowance is included.

$3,050 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Matiland, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 12 Oct 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required from 22 September - 12 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1800 Some on call Consultant/Specialist/VMO Required to do wards and cover shared on-call as below.

Half-day is required at the end of the placement for handover.

$2,500 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Matiland, New South Wales AU

12 Oct 2026 ~ 26 Oct 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required from 12 - 26 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1800 Some on call Consultant/Specialist/VMO Required to do wards and cover shared on-call as below.

Half-day is required at the end of the placement for handover.

$2,500 per dayBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Mt Isa, Queensland AU

12 Oct 2026 ~ 31 Dec 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required from 12 October - 31 December 2026.

Position Details: FRANZCP Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

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

$2,600 per dayBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Dubbo, New South Wales AU

05 Oct 2026 ~ 15 Oct 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required from 5 - 14 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0730 - 0800 Consultant/Specialist/VMO Covering: Wards, Theatres, Clinics with some weekday oncall requirements and covering weekend oncall.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$3,000 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Paediatrics

Rockhampton, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 17 Nov 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required from 24 August - 17 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1700 Monday and Tuesday, every 2nd week Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

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

$2,300 per dayBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Waratah, New South Wales AU

14 Dec 2026 ~ 08 Jan 2027

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required for: 14 - 18 December 2026 21 - 24 December 2026 29 - 30 December 2026 4 - 8 January 2027 Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1700 Consultant/Specialist/VMO Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$2,750 per dayBase salary

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