There are great opportunities for doctors to work in Australia. The diversity of career and lifestyle opportunities available range from large tertiary hospitals in the major capital and regional cities, to smaller hospitals and private GP practices in more remote locations, providing exposure to a wide spectrum of clinical and social experiences.
The Australian health system is world-class in both its effectiveness and efficiency, with its greatest challenge being the distances involved in managing and providing cohesive health services for a very decentralised population over this large continent.
There is one thing that is very important to realise about Australia; it is very big. In fact, all of Europe including the United Kingdom comfortably fits into the mainland with plenty of land to spare. To travel from the easternmost point of Australia, Cape Byron in New South Wales, to the westernmost point of Australia, Steep Point in Western Australia, you would have to travel 4100 kilometres (2548 miles). To travel from the northernmost point of the country, Cape York in Queensland, to the southernmost point of the Australian mainland, Wilson's Promontory in Victoria, you would have to travel 3180kilometres (1976 miles). Overall, the country covers an area of about 7 682 300 square kilometres (2 966 152 square miles).
The one word you hear most often when somebody speaks of Australia is 'relaxed'. Australians are generally considered very friendly and helpful people, with a great sense of humor and a natural ability to tell jokes and play with words.
Australians, and those who come to either visit or stay, enjoy a lifestyle that is very outdoors orientated with a strong beach culture, which is one of the great by-products of Australia's climate, with more than their fair share of sunshine and warm to hot days. The other by-product of the weather is Australia's love of sport.
Whatever lifestyle or climate you are seeking, the chances are you will be able to find it in Australia.
Australian Health Practioners Regulation Authority (AHPRA) The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) is the organisation responsible for the implementation of the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme across Australia. |
Australian Medical Council (AMC) Australian Government department website that provides information for people wanting to visit, work, study or live in Australia. |
DoctorConnect Australian Government website that provides essential (and additional to this website) information for overseas trained doctors wanting to work in Australia including areas of eligibility, restrictions, immigration and visas, Medicare and life in Australia. |
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) is Australia’s largest professional general practice organisation and represents urban and rural general practitioners. |
Department of Home Affairs Australian Government department website that provides information for people wanting to visit, work, study or live in Australia. |
Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) is one of two colleges (the second being the RACGP) in Australia that are responsible for setting and arbitrating standards for the medical specialty of general practice. |
You can view the latest jobs available for doctors in Australia on Global Medical Careers below, or find jobs for doctors and physicians in Australia on the Medical Careers Network.
Terrific opportunity to join a supportive team in a high performing Emergency Department
South Australia's best kept secret - ocean vistas and vineyards await
Australia's most liveable city!
Largest regional health service in VIC - Great salary and package
Largest regional health service in VIC - Great salary and package
Lead Central QLD's main referral hospital's Emergency Department
Fantastic lifestyle and opportunity in TAS
State of the art facilities and new hospital
Lead Central QLD's main referral hospital's Emergency Department
Terrific opportunity to join a supportive team in a high performing Emergency Department
Suburban Perth, 30 mins from the CBD!
Beautiful Victorian town with a rich history close to Melbourne.
Terrific opportunity to join a supportive team in a high performing Emergency Department
Terrific opportunity to join a supportive team in a high performing Emergency Department
Explore the possibilities in a welcoming coastal community with a rich history
Fantastic opportunity in SA's second largest city - on the coast
Fantastic regional health service in VIC two hours from Melbourne
Live and work in one of Australia's most in demand lifestyle locations
The No. 1 medical recruitment agency in Australia is inviting applications for an exciting opportunity. Is it the right fit for you?
Brilliant specialist needed to join high performing department in Tertiary Hospital
The No. 1 medical recruitment agency in Australia is inviting applications for an exciting opportunity. Is it the right fit for you?
The No. 1 medical recruitment agency in Australia is inviting applications for an exciting opportunity. Is it the right fit for you?
Halfway between Melbourne and Adelaide lies one of Australia's best towns
The No. 1 medical recruitment agency in Australia is inviting applications for an exciting opportunity. Is it the right fit for you?
The No. 1 medical recruitment agency in Australia is inviting applications for an exciting opportunity. Is it the right fit for you?
Exceptional opportuntity with an unbeatable package
Exceptional opportuntity with an unbeatable package
Beautiful regional town, just under 2 hrs from Melbourne
Join an exciting expanding health service!
A spectacular adventure of a lifetime in the Northern Territory
Tasmania's pristine nature and coastline awaits
Great city is known for its beautiful beaches and numerous tourist attractions
Prominent regional tertiary referral hospital | Short Drive to Work, no Traffic!
Multidisciplinary mental health service | Contemporary community based services
Consultant Psychiatrist in Specialist Mental Health services AOD services, Consultation Liaison, Eating Disorder programs
Generous Salary Sacrificing + Benefits | Leading Mental Health Service | High-quality lifestyle and beautiful beaches
Great Benefit and Salary Packaging | Modern Facilities | Excellent location for those passionate about Regional Healthcare Services
Competitive salary packages – up to $611,183 p.a. (based upon location) | Embrace tranquil country lifestyle, affordable housing, convenient commute to work minus the urban congestion
The start of Queensland's Great Barrier Reef
The No. 1 medical recruitment agency in Australia is inviting applications for an exciting opportunity. Is it the right fit for you?
Located a mere 20 minutes from Perth CBD
The No. 1 medical recruitment agency in Australia is inviting applications for an exciting opportunity. Is it the right fit for you?
State of the art facility, Queensland's Great Barrier Reef
The No. 1 medical recruitment agency in Australia is inviting applications for an exciting opportunity. Is it the right fit for you?
State of the art facility, Queensland's Great Barrier Reef
Capital city location and a tertiary teaching facility
The No. 1 medical recruitment agency in Australia is inviting applications for an exciting opportunity. Is it the right fit for you?
Attractive Salary Package + Access to accommodation and relocation costs.
Fastest-growing inland urban center | Excellent rotations and exposure
Beachside Town | Earn up to $427,886.00 + other benefits | One of the fastest growing health services in Western Australia
Capital city location | Unaccredited Postgraduate Fellow or Senior Registrar in Maternal Fetal Medicine
The No. 1 medical recruitment agency in Australia is inviting applications for an exciting opportunity. Is it the right fit for you?
The No. 1 medical recruitment agency in Australia is inviting applications for an exciting opportunity. Is it the right fit for you?
An opportunity for an experienced VR General Practioner to join this Award Winning Practice
The No. 1 medical recruitment agency in Australia is inviting applications for an exciting opportunity. Is it the right fit for you?
Fantadstic beach destination close to the Whitsundays and Arlie Beach
Only 30 minutes from Adelaide CBD, the perfect location if you need a DPA location
Work in the Gold Coast at this Award Winning Practice , DPA Transfer on offer
Work across 4 practices in Brisbane as a locum or work FT/PT
A fantastic opportunity to top up your income with some after hours work in Adelaide
This practice is in a current DPA location would welcome recent Fellows or Non VR GPs
A fantastic opportunity to grow your business and area of interest with the support of admin staff and GP's