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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.

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Specialist Consultant - Surgery

North Tamworth, New South Wales AU

Available from 12 Apr 2027

Posted 4 hours ago

An Exciting opportunity for experienced VMO Urologist - State of the art facility and Strong network support Our client is seeking an experienced Urologist to provide high-quality evidence-based clinical care to its Urology patients.

Located at a Rural Referral Hospital is the second largest hospital in HNE Health and the key referral hospital for much of the northwest region of HNE Health.

The newly redeveloped hospital was opened in 2015 with state of art facilities across emergency, maternity, paediatrics, theatres, intensive care, coronary care, medical and surgical specialities, with 348 treatment spaces.

$240,000 ~ $370,000Base salary

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Specialist Consultant - Pathology

Launceston, Tasmania AU

Available from 20 Apr 2027

Posted 5 hours ago

Our client service aims to deliver a high-quality service to general practitioners, medical specialists and private hospitals, providing patients with no out of pocket expenses for Medicare eligible tests.

The team comprises a large team involving multi-disciplinary scientists, technicians, non-technical staff and Pathologists.

The Role: This role will support the Staff Specialist Microbiologist by providing clinical and diagnostic advice to Pathology and the ID physician team within the Infectious Diseases Department.

$240,000 ~ $280,000Base salary

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Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Launceston, Tasmania AU

Start dates are flexible

Posted 4 days ago

Staff Specialist Microbiologist – Public Hospital Pathology Location: Launceston, Tasmania, Australia Type: Fixed-Term | Part-Time (up to 22.8 hrs/fortnight) | On-call required Salary: $222,789 - $319,701 p.a.

pro rata + 12% super + extensive benefits About the Role Join a leading public pathology service supporting a major regional hospital and Northern Tasmania.

Work alongside pathologists, scientists, technicians, and infectious diseases clinicians, providing specialist microbiology advice, diagnostic support, leave coverage, and collaboration with infection prevention and control teams.

Available on applicationBase salary

Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Melbourne, Victoria AU

Available from 01 Oct 2026

Posted 4 days ago

Obstetrics & Gynaecology Consultant 📍 Western Melbourne, VIC 📋 Permanent About the Role An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Obstetrics & Gynaecology Consultant to join a well-established and growing women's health service in Victoria.

Working within a contemporary healthcare environment, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team delivering comprehensive obstetric and gynaecological care to a diverse and expanding population.

The successful candidate will provide specialist clinical services across inpatient, outpatient, antenatal, labour ward, and surgical settings while contributing to service development, quality improvement initiatives, teaching, and mentoring of junior medical staff.

Available on applicationBase salary

Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Bellerine Street (main entrance), Victoria AU

Available from 27 Aug 2027

Posted 11 days ago

Our client is advertising an opportunity for an Obstetrics & Gynecologist Consultant to permanently join their team at a public hospital in VIC.

The ideal start date for this position is 27 August 2027.

Available on applicationBase salary

Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Hobart, Tasmania AU

Available from 01 Aug 2027

Posted 11 days ago

Our client is advertising an opportunity for a Obstetrics and Gynaecology Consultant to permanently join their team at a Public Hospital in TAS.

The ideal start date for this position is August 2027.

Available on applicationBase salary

Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Launceston, Tasmania AU

Start dates are flexible

Posted a month ago

Our client is advertising an opportunity for an Obstetrics & Gynaecology Staff Specialist to permanently join their team in TAS.

The ideal start date for this position is ASAP.

$222,789 ~ $319,701Base salary

Permanent

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Mount Ommaney, Queensland AU

Start dates are flexible

Posted 13 days ago

VR GP | Private Billing | Mt Ommaney, Brisbane Private billing clinic | 65% of billings | Established patient base A well-established private billing practice in Mt Ommaney, Brisbane is looking for a VR GP to join the team.

The Opportunity 65% of billings Private billing clinic Established and growing patient base Flexible days and sessions Monday–Friday consulting No weekend requirement Modern, well-equipped practice Strong clinical and administrative support The Clinic The practice offers a broad range of GP services including: General and family medicine Women’s and children’s health Chronic disease management Skin checks and minor procedures Preventative health Mt Ommaney, Brisbane QLD A great option for a VR GP looking for a private billing practice with flexibility and strong earning potential.

Interested?

65% of billingsBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Clayfield, Queensland AU

Start dates are flexible

Posted 13 days ago

Join a modern, doctor-owned general practice group with clinics in Brisbane.

They offer a supportive, purpose-designed environment focused on continuity of care, not throughput.

What's on offer: Competitive Pay: Keep 65% of fees from casual patient consults (with a standard 35% service fee).

Available on applicationBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Griffith, New South Wales AU

Available from 09 Nov 2026

Posted 14 days ago

Staff Specialist/VMO – Emergency Medicine (FACEM) Location: Griffith, NSW Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Salary: $186,241 - $229,825 p.a.

+ incentives | VMO sessional rates available Start Date: TBC About the Role Join a busy regional Emergency Department providing specialist emergency care within a large Base Hospital.

Working with a multidisciplinary team, you will deliver high-quality clinical care, participate in the consultant on-call roster, support education and training, and contribute to excellent patient outcomes.

Available on applicationBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Rockhampton, Queensland AU

Available from 09 Nov 2026

Posted 19 days ago

Senior Staff Specialist / Staff Specialist – Interventional Cardiology Location: Rockhampton, QLD, Australia Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time or Part-Time Salary: Total remuneration up to $564,939 p.a.

(L18-L27) + 12.75% super + 17.5% leave loading Start Date: Not specified About the Role A rare opportunity for an Interventional Cardiologist to help establish and grow a new Interventional Cardiology service within a major regional referral centre.

You will provide General and Interventional Cardiology services across the Coronary Care Unit, Cardiology Ward, outpatient clinics, and a newly completed Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory.

Available on applicationBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Swan Hill, Victoria AU

Available from 09 Nov 2026

Posted 19 days ago

Deputy Director / Staff Specialist – Emergency Medicine Location: Swan Hill, VIC, Australia Employment Type: Full Time or Part Time (minimum 0.5 FTE) Salary: As per EBA, with salary packaging and accommodation support available Start Date: ASAP About the Role An exciting leadership opportunity for an experienced Emergency Medicine Specialist to provide clinical leadership, governance support, and patient care within a modern regional Emergency Department seeing approximately 18,000 presentations annually.

Working closely with the Clinical Director, you will support workforce planning, quality improvement, education, supervision, and service development while maintaining a clinical workload.

Requirements AHPRA registration as a Specialist in Emergency Medicine (FACEM) or FRACGP/FACRRM with advanced emergency medicine qualifications.

$250,000 ~ $500,000Base salary

Permanent

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Caulfield South, Victoria AU

Start dates are flexible

Posted 24 days ago

VR General Practitioner | Private Billing | South Caulfield, VIC An excellent opportunity is available for a VR GP to join a well-established and growing private billing practice in South Caulfield.

Located in an affluent Melbourne suburb, this clinic has been part of the local community for over 100 years and has built a large, loyal patient base across generations.

Why consider this practice?

70% of billingsBase salary

Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Pathology

Australian Capital Territory AU

Available from 25 Jan 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Permanent | Full-time or part-time The opportunity Our client is a well-established private pathology provider servicing the Canberra region, with a strong reputation among referring clinicians.

Due to growing demand, we are seeking Anatomical Pathologists to join their established consultant team.

General Pathologists with strong histopathology reporting experience are also encouraged to apply.

$240,000 ~ $350,000Base salary

Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Curl Curl, New South Wales AU

Available from 01 Oct 2026

Posted a month ago

Medical Superintendent & Psychiatrist Location: South Pacific Region, Australia Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time, carrying some cases alongside a managerial role Salary: $250,000 - $350,000 per annum Contract Dates: 1 October 2026 to 30 September 2027 About the Role An exciting leadership opportunity is available for a Medical Superintendent & Psychiatrist to provide both strategic clinical leadership and direct patient care within a private mental health service.

This position combines executive and clinical responsibilities, allowing the successful candidate to maintain a patient caseload while overseeing medical governance, service development, clinical quality, and operational leadership.

Key responsibilities include: Providing medical leadership and professional oversight Ensuring high standards of clinical governance and patient care Supporting service development and quality initiatives Maintaining an active psychiatric caseload Working collaboratively with executive, medical, and multidisciplinary teams This role offers the opportunity to influence service direction while continuing hands-on clinical practice.

$250,000 ~ $350,000Base salary

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Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Curl Curl, New South Wales AU

Available from 01 Oct 2026

Posted a month ago

Consultant Psychiatrist Location: South Pacific Region, Australia Employment Type: Permanent, Part-Time (Minimum 2 days per week) Salary: $250,000 - $350,000 per annum (pro rata and dependent on experience) Contract Dates: 1 October 2026 to 30 September 2027 About the Role A permanent opportunity is available for a Consultant Psychiatrist seeking a flexible part-time position.

The successful candidate will join a collaborative clinical team delivering high-quality psychiatric services within a well-regarded private healthcare environment.

Key responsibilities include: Conducting psychiatric assessments and treatment planning Managing patient care and clinical reviews Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams Supporting quality improvement initiatives and clinical excellence This role is ideal for psychiatrists seeking long-term stability with flexibility to maintain a preferred work schedule.

$250,000 ~ $350,000Base salary

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Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Curl Curl, New South Wales AU

Available from 01 Oct 2026

Posted a month ago

Psychiatry VMO Location: South Pacific Region, Australia Employment Type: Visiting Medical Officer (VMO), Part-Time (1-5 days per week) Salary: $250,000 - $350,000 per annum (pro rata and dependent on workload/experience) Contract Dates: 1 October 2026 to 30 September 2027 About the Role An opportunity is available for experienced Psychiatry VMOs to join a well-established private mental health service.

Flexible arrangements are available, allowing specialists to work between 1 and 5 days per week.

You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team providing high-quality psychiatric care to a broad patient population.

$250,000 ~ $350,000Base salary

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Specialist Consultant - Radiology

Hobart, Tasmania AU

Start dates are flexible

Posted a month ago

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

The ideal start date for this position is ASAP.

$222,789 ~ $305,539Base salary

Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Sale, Victoria AU

Available from 26 Oct 2026

Posted a month ago

Consultant Geriatrician – Geriatric & General Medicine Location: Sale, Gippsland, VIC Employment Type: Contract / Temporary Salary: Competitive remuneration under the Victorian Medical Specialists Agreement Start Date: Negotiable About the Role Join a progressive regional health service providing specialist Geriatric Medicine care across acute, subacute, rehabilitation and community settings.

Work alongside experienced multidisciplinary teams delivering person-centred care to older patients while contributing to service development, education and clinical leadership.

International candidates can be considered.

$250,000 ~ $500,000Base salary

Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Port Lincoln, South Australia AU

Available from 26 Oct 2026

Posted a month ago

Emergency Medicine Specialist Consultant / Head of Unit – Emergency Department Location: Port Lincoln, SA Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time Salary: Competitive specialist package (incl.

allowances & private practice arrangements) Start Date: Negotiable About the Role Lead a regional Emergency Department while providing specialist emergency care.

This dual clinical and leadership role combines hands-on emergency medicine with responsibility for workforce management, service planning, quality improvement, governance and patient safety.

$250,000 ~ $500,000Base salary

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