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.
Largest rural hospital in South Australia | O and G Registrar (Non-Accreditated Post)
Are you passionate about medicine and eager to contribute to the healthcare needs of rural communities?
Salary Package up to $514K + Experience over 300 days of sunshine in a location that offers a myriad of attractions!
ACEM accredited for 24 months of AT | SIMG's Welcome and Encouraged to Apply
Attractive Salary Package | Commitment to ongoing professional development | Excellent Benefits
Become an important member of the local community | Earn Over $600,000 | The largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world
Part Time Position | Ppportunity to work within a motivated and innovative specialist group | 1.5 Hrs to Melbourne | Great Balance!
Immediate start available | Salary + 11% Super + PD Allowance and other salary packaging available
Great exposure in Rotations | Stability with a long contract | Excellent Location
Excellent Salary packaging and benefits | Coastal location | Easy access to The Great Barrier Reef
Subtropical city lies between the forested hills and sparkling blue waters
Excellent Department | Wonderful lifestyle | ANZCA Accredited Facility
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Emergency Medicine Consultant/Adv Trainee/ ACEM Comparable doctors
SIMG's welcome to apply | Tropical Climate | Supportive Department
Strong education, training and personal development | Excellent Clinical Exposure
This blend of city comforts and outback charm creates a dynamic environment for those seeking innovative roles in a unique Australian setting.
Staff Specialist or VMO | Future Stand Alone Urology clinic | Salary up to $514,421.00
Experience the Beauty of Queensland Coast | Excellent facility and location as a Senior Registrar / Provisional Fellow
Interested in General Surgery? Apply Today and Kick Start your surgery career | Excellent training facility | Perfect Location
Competitive salary packages are among the highest in Australia | Additional entitlements with accommodation subsidies, travel days and capped flights to Perth
Tertiary Referral + Teaching Facility + Excellent salary and additional support package
Staff Specialist Paediatrician | Regional city located in the southeastern part of South Australia.
Join a motivated and innovative specialist group | 1.5 Hours to Melbourne | Full-time or VMO
Long-Term Contract | Excellent Renumeration and Support Packaging | Unique Location
Modern hospital and one of Australia’s largest regional healthcare facilities | Great location, everything you need in one place.
Expanding Department | ACEM tier 3 training site | Major Referral Centre
Competitive salary packages – up to $611,183 p.a. (based upon location) | SIMG's Welcome
Great city is known for its beautiful beaches and numerous tourist attractions
Queens Beach Medical Centre has been servicing the beautiful Bowen community for over 40 years. Looking for a work life balance whilst working in a beautiful coastal location?
As a Doctor with SHP, you will conduct pre-employment occupational suitability examinations for Australian Defence Force (ADF) candidates. You will join a team of highly professional Doctors who ...
This role will suit a fully qualified Skin Cancer Doctor wishing to work in a dedicated skin cancer clinic or a GP wanting to learn more about skin cancer medicine, as full training can be provided
... doctor. More about RPR: The applicant must have a commitment to rural practice and rural communities The position provides medical services to patients, while developing expertise and skills in ...
... doctor. More about RPR: The applicant must have a commitment to rural practice and rural communities We really aren't that far away - only 3 hours' drive from Mildura, 5 hours from Adelaide or a ...
... doctor. More about RPR: The applicant must have a commitment to rural practice and rural communities Purpose of the role The purpose of the position is to provide effective medical services to ...
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An Australian Law Degree or Juris Doctor , coupled with strong academics; * Have a high commitment to client service; * Front-end & back-end experience (desirable); * The ability to work within a ...
The placement is designed to provide appropriate exposure and experience to enable the doctor to attain the required skills and knowledge for that term in that discipline. In addition, skills ...
... doctor. More about RPR: The applicant must have a commitment to rural practice and rural communities Local Background and Environment Wagga Wagga is the largest inland city in NSW and one of ...
... doctor. More about RPR: The applicant must have a commitment to rural practice and rural communities INTERN - TWEED VALLEY HOSPITAL BE A PART OF AN EXCITING NEW CHAPTER IN THE HISTORY OF THE TWEED ...
... doctor. More about RPR: The applicant must have a commitment to rural practice and rural communities Western NSW Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a ...
Depending on the clinical requirements of the case, on occasion a doctor may be added to the flight. Flight nurses are all registered nurses and midwives with critical care experience; emergency ...
Managing Doctor booking schedules * Administrative duties associated with tracking and collating candidate medical reports, vaccination history and assessment About you * Builds respective and ...
The position would suit a prevocational Doctor with General Registration as a Medical Practitioner with AHPRA and be PGY3 or above with an interest in Sub Acute medicine, looking to grow their ...
Assisting with client and doctor enquiries * Answering clinic phone calls * Providing basic troubleshooting and servicing for hearing devices * Accurate billing of appointments * Other general office ...
Your ideal skills & experience Bachelor of Laws or Juris Doctor with 3+ years' Post admission experience (desirable). Minimum of 3 years in an employment law role or ER role, with hands-on experience ...
The work environment is collegiate, working at multi-doctor sites alongside subspecialist radiologists. Weekly multidisciplinary clinical meetings are held at the private hospitals. There is a high ...
Managing a smooth transition from patient arrival, handing over to the clinical team, and patient departure fulfilling patient and requesting Doctor needs and capturing service payment (where ...
As part of Latrobe University's city of the future, we look forward to providing outstanding nursing and allied health training and education, medical research, and specialist doctor experience. Our ...
... doctor's appointments and helping the child with bedtime routine * organising the child's clothes * doing laundry and ironing the child's clothes * making sure the child's room is always clean ...
Doctor of Medicine * Active medical license (does not have to be in a particular country) * Board certification in area of expertise * Must have prior clinical trial research experience; and
Negotiates with patient transport providers such as the Royal Flying Doctor Service and St John Ambulance to facilitate transfer of patients for tertiary care. Contribute to a holistic approach to ...
Bachelor or Doctor of Veterinary Science, registered with the NSW Veterinary Practitioners Board as a Veterinary Surgeon. * Experience: Bring at least five years of experience in primary care ...