Working in Australia

Medacs Healthcare Australia is a specialist international recruitment agency specialising in the health sector. We offer health professionals the opportunity to live, work, travel and truly experience life in Australia.

Our consultants are health professionals who have all worked and travelled abroad, so we truly understand what is important to you as you embark on this new venture. We recognise the importance of addressing the needs of each individual and we look forward to sharing the excitements and anxieties as you make this journey.

Our aim is to help find the best position for you. We will guide you through all the aspects of the relocation process including advice on your registration, visas, interviews, salaries and any other issues about life in Australia that may be important to you!

Medacs Healthcare Australia works in partnership with hospitals throughout Australia in both the public and private sectors. Our clients are located in the largest cities, small country towns and in the outback, next to billabongs!

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Registration

For healthcare professionals wanting to work in Australia you need to gain Australian registration in your field of practice prior to seeking work.

Nurses

In order to work in Australia your priority should be to obtain Australian Nursing Registration. To do this you need a registration pack. Each State in Australia has a Nurses Regulatory Authority and you will be required to register in the State you will be working in. For more information go to www.anmc.org.au 

Doctors

All overseas doctors who wish to work in Australia must obtain registration the relevant State. Each State and Territory operates a Medical Board and it is essential to be registered with the appropriate board to work in Australia. The Australian Medical Council (AMC) website has contact details for each Australian Medical Board. For more information go to www.amc.org.au

Midwives

In order to work in Australia your highest priority should be to obtain Australian Midwifery Registration. To do this you need a registration pack. Each State in Australia has a Midwives Regulatory Authority and you will be required to register in the State you will be working in. For more information go to www.anmc.org.au 

Occupational Therapists

Occupational therapists must be registered to practise in Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia and the Northern Territory. Registration is through the local registration boards. Registration is not required in Tasmania, New South Wales, Tasmania, Victoria or the Australian Capital Territory. However, some employers will require membership of OT Australia (the professional association for occupational therapists in Australia). In order to apply for registration with a local registration board, or for membership with OT Australia, it will be necessary for COTRB to assess your overseas OT qualifications. For more information go to www.cotrb.saboards.com.au

Pharmacists

The Australian Pharmacy Council Inc is the national body for Australian State and Territory authorities responsible for the registration of pharmacists. The Pharmacy Council of New Zealand is an associate member. For more information go to www.psa.org.au

Physiotherapists

You must register with the appropriate Physiotherapists Registration Board before practising as a physiotherapist in Australia. For more information go to www.apa.advsol.com.au

Psychologists

To work as a psychologist in Australia you are legally required to be registered. Registration is the province of the State and Territory Psychologists Registration Boards. Each Board determines the requirements for registration in that State or Territory. For more information go to www.psychology.org.au

Radiographers

Registration or Licensing of Diagnostic Radiographers/Medical Imaging Technologists and Radiation Therapists is a State issue and therefore varies from State or Territory. For more information go to www.air.asn.au

Visa & Immigration Information

Overview

There is currently a shortage of doctors and nurses in Australia, particularly in regional areas. General practitioners or specialists can apply for a visa to work in Australia if they have obtained their primary medical qualification in a country other than Australia or gained their medical qualifications in Australia and are not an Australian permanent resident. Nurses are currently in high demand in Australia with opportunities for permanent and temporary work available.

Working in Australia as a Nurse

Whether you have a high level of skills and experience or need to gain additional skills, there is a visa to suit you. There are excellent career opportunities with permanent and temporary work available in Australia. You can be in or outside Australia when you apply for a visa to work as a nurse.

Working in Australia as a Doctor

Doctors can apply for either a temporary or permanent visa. For immigration purposes, doctors seeking permanent residency in Australia must hold full medical registration.

To check out your eligibility visit Australian Immigration on www.immi.gov.au