Things to do before being able to work in Australia

What do I need to do to work as a GP in Canberra, Australia?

The process of applying to work as a General Practitioner in Australia is relatively straightforward but cannot be done quickly. Please allow six to nine months to complete all steps and paperwork required.

"Even if you have found a suitable GP position in Australia for which an employer has indicated your suitability and offered it to you, do NOT sell your house or resign from your existing job overseas until you have confirmation from the appropriate authorities that you will be receiving appropriate medical registration for the position and an appropriate visa" (advice from www.doctorconnect.gov.au)

Things you will need to do before working in Australia

Visit the Australian Medical Council at www.amc.org.au for preliminary assessment, English language proficiency and verification of medical registration;
Visit the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners at www.racgp.org.au for full assessment (via AMC above) if you wish to register via the Specialist Pathway;
Visit the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency's Medical Board of Australia for registration to work as a medical practitioner in the ACT;
Visit the Australian Government Department of Immigration and Citizenship for appropriate visa information and application;
Visit Live in Canberra to register for your information pack on Canberra.

Our Factsheet outlines your requirements in more detail - visit here.

The Australian Government website, www.doctorconnect.gov.au, also contains valuable information about the process.

The ACT Medicare Local's GP Marketing and Support Advisor is also available to assist you on your recruitment journey.

View current GP vacancies here.