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Doctor jobs in Victoria

Q: What are the main attractions in Victoria?

Victoria, Australia, is a hub of diverse attractions: Melbourne's cultural arts, the Great Ocean Road's scenic drives, the penguins of Phillip Island, and the Yarra Valley's wineries. Ski enthusiasts revel in the Alps, while national parks like Grampians and Wilsons Promontory offer wilderness exploration.

Q: What is a doctor's salary in Victoria?

In Victoria, a doctor's salary varies by experience and specialty. Junior doctors typically earn from AUD $70,000 annually. Experienced doctors may receive between AUD $150,000 and AUD $250,000, while Specialists can earn upwards of AUD $400,000, with top earners in highly specialised fields achieving significantly more.

Q: Are there jobs for RMOs in Victoria?

Yes, there are jobs for Resident Medical Officers (RMOs) in Victoria, with opportunities in hospitals and healthcare facilities across the state. These roles provide valuable experience in various medical specialties and are important for career progression. Victoria's healthcare system regularly seeks RMOs to support its services, offering positions in both metropolitan and regional areas.

Q: Is there a demand for doctors in Victoria?

Yes, there is a demand for doctors in Victoria, including full-time, fixed-term, and part-time positions, reflecting the state's commitment to high-quality patient care. Hospitals and healthcare facilities in Melbourne, VIC, and rural areas offer generous salaries and excellent clinical exposure across various specialties.

Q: Will working as a locum affect my tax status?

Yes, working as a locum means you are essentially a contractor. Your tax structure will be different. In Australia, you will need to provide an Australian Business Number. In New Zealand, you may need to register for GST

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Specialist Consultant - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Traralgon West, Victoria AU

24 Nov 2026 ~ 31 Dec 2026

Posted 22 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 24 - 25 November 2026 1 December 2026 3 December 2026 6 - 8 December 2026 13 - 16 December 2026 18 December 2026 21 - 22 December 2026 28 - 31 December 2026 Position Details: Shift times: Various Rates: $3000 no on call / $3500 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

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Registrar - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Horsham, Victoria AU

NOW ~ 06 Dec 2026

Posted 22 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 31 October - 1 November 2026 18 - 19 November 2026 23 - 24 November 2026 26 - 30 November 2026 4 - 6 December 2026 Position Details: Shift times: Various shifts Some shifts are nights incharge Benefits: Accommodation and mileage reimbursed.

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

$250 per hourBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry - Community

Ballarat Central, Victoria AU

04 Jan 2027 ~ 15 Jan 2027

Posted 22 days ago

Locum cover is required from 4 - 15 January 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 3 days a week No on call or weekend work involved Aged community team Benefits: 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 - Paediatrics

Traralgon West, Victoria AU

23 Nov 2026 ~ 26 Nov 2026

Posted 22 days ago

Locum cover is required from 23 - 25 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 0800 Includes ward cover 0800 – 1600 and then on-call (rate inclusive of on-call).

There is no clinic.

$3,000 per dayBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - Surgery - General

Wangaratta, Victoria AU

NOW ~ 04 Jan 2027

Posted 22 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 23 - 25 October 2026 30 December 2026 - 3 January 2027 Position Details: Shift times: 0700 - 0700 On call 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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Registrar - Psychiatry - Forensic

Ravenhall, Victoria AU

NOW ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 23 days ago

Locum cover is required 26 October 2026 - 31 January 2027.

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

$159 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Intensive Care Medicine

Heidelberg, Victoria AU

NOW ~ 30 Nov 2026

Posted 23 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 14 November 2026 | 2000 - 0830 22 November 2026 | 0800 - 2030 29 November 2026 | 2000 - 0830 Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$145 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Bendigo, Victoria AU

NOW ~ 25 Nov 2026

Posted 24 days ago

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

$160 per hourBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Swan Hill, Victoria AU

01 Dec 2026 ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 24 days ago

Locum cover is required from December 2026 - January 2027.

Position Details: Specialist O&G (FRANZCOG) On call, gynae clinic and theatre.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$2,500 per dayBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - Urgent Care

Clayton, Victoria AU

NOW ~ 21 Nov 2026

Posted 24 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 24 October 2026 | 1800 - 2300 31 October 2026 | 1230 - 1800 | 1800 - 2300 21 November 2026 | 1230 - 1800 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 - Urgent Care

Heidelberg, Victoria AU

NOW ~ 12 Dec 2026

Posted 24 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 26 - 27 October 2026 | 1500 - 2200 29 October 2026 | 1630 - 2200 30 October 2026 | 1500 - 2200 31 October 2026 | 1630 - 2200 14 November 2026 | 1630 - 2200 28 November 2026 | 1630 - 2200 12 December 2026 | 1630 - 2200 Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$225 per hourBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - Urgent Care

Mount Waverley, Victoria AU

NOW ~ 12 Dec 2026

Posted 24 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 28 October 2026 31 October 2026 4 - 5 November 2026 15 November 2026 19 November 2026 26 November 2026 28 November 2026 3 December 2026 10 December 2026 12 December 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$250 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Intensive Care Medicine

Box Hill, Victoria AU

NOW ~ 28 Nov 2026

Posted 24 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 14 November 2026 21 November 2026 28 November 2026 Position Details: Shift times: Day Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$140 per hourBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry - Community

Shepparton, Victoria AU

23 Nov 2026 ~ 11 Dec 2026

Posted 25 days ago

Locum cover is required from 23 November - 11 December 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 5x days fortnight (2days in week 1 and 3days in week 2 days flexible) Covering: Acute Response and Community Case Management Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$2,700 per dayBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Psychiatry

Bendigo, Victoria AU

NOW ~ 29 Jan 2027

Posted 25 days ago

Locum cover is required from 2 November 2026 - 29 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1700 with one half day Monday - Friday Must have experience Mental Health Benefits: Accommodation is included.

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

$160 per hourBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP) - Aged Care

Hawthorn, Victoria AU

NOW ~ 20 Apr 2027

Posted 25 days ago

Locum cover is required ASAP - ongoing.

Position Details: Shift times: 0.5 days / week Wed Location: Lakes Entrance $200 + GST per hour VR Only (unrestricted or restricted under moratorium) Must be able to do an onsite visit once every 3 weeks.

Telehealth every other week.

$200 per hourBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP) - Aged Care

Hawthorn, Victoria AU

NOW ~ 20 Apr 2027

Posted 25 days ago

Locum cover is required ASAP - ongoing.

Position Details: 3 days / week Mon, Tue, Wed Location: Newcastle VR Only (unrestricted or restricted under moratorium) $200 + GST per hour Must be able to do an onsite visit once every 2 weeks.

Telehealth every other week.

$200 per hourBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP) - Aged Care

Hawthorn, Victoria AU

NOW ~ 20 Apr 2027

Posted 25 days ago

Locum cover is required ASAP - ongoing.

Position Details: 2-3 days / week Mon, Tue Location: Condobolin to Orange VR Only (unrestricted or restricted under moratorium) $220 + GST per hour Must be able to do an onsite visit once every 3 weeks.

Telehealth every other week.

$220 per hourBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP) - Aged Care

Hawthorn, Victoria AU

NOW ~ 20 Apr 2027

Posted 25 days ago

Locum cover is required ASAP - ongoing.

Position Details: 1 day / week Wed Location: Glen Innes VR Only (unrestricted or restricted under moratorium) $220 + GST per hour Must be able to do an onsite visit every week.

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

$220 per hourBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP) - Aged Care

Hawthorn, Victoria AU

NOW ~ 20 Apr 2027

Posted 25 days ago

Locum cover is required ASAP - ongoing.

Position Details: 1 day / week Mon Location: Caloundra VR Only (unrestricted or restricted under moratorium) $220 + GST per hour Must be able to do an onsite visit every week.

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

$220 per hourBase salary

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Doctors we've placed across Victoria — from first locum shift to permanent post.

★★★★★

“I have been very happy with my placement. The entire process was very smooth and the team was quick and prompt to respond to my queries. I would definitely love to find more locum work through Medrecruit!”

Dr Priscilla Stephen

Placed at Werribee Mercy Hospital, Victoria

★★★★★

“I was as passionate about medicine as anyone could be. But the journey through medicine can be gruelling and it's long. It's very, very long. ”

Dr Eva Rosenbaum

doctor, paramedic, adventurer

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“Efficient, friendly and take the time to understand needs. Have enjoyed the relationship working with everyone.”

Amanda McIntyre

St George Private Hospital, Kogarah, NSW

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Dr Priscilla Stephen

Placed at Werribee Mercy Hospital, Victoria

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Is there a demand for doctors in Victoria?

Will working as a locum affect my tax status?