Information for UK Trained Doctors Working In Australia

For years, Australians and Brits have travelled to each others shores to work and travel, enjoying generous visa arrangements which are often unavailable between other countries.

For doctors trained in the United Kingdom, there is the additional option of working as a doctor in Australia, allowing you to earn a generous wage, while enjoying all the lifestyle opportunities the country has to offer. There are only a few restrictions that will apply to you as and Overseas Trained Doctor, for example, you may not be allowed to work doctor jobs in certain metropolitan areas, and you will need to work on contracts with a minimum length of 12 months.

UK trained doctors need to provide the Australian Medical Council with evidence of their medical registration in the UK and verification of their medical qualifications.

Your job opportunities in Australia will depend on your location preferences, your experience and your remuneration expectations. Medical Recruitment Agency Beat Medical can help you better understand all the job opportunities open to you, and all your responsibilities in regard to working in Australia. They make the process for UK doctors wanting to work in Australia much simpler, by;

• Identifying suitable employment options
• Helping you get your specialisation recognised
• Helping with relocation
• Training on resume and interview preparation
• Assistance getting the correct working visa; and
• Negotiating with your potential employers.

All these services are provided free of charge, by experienced medical recruiters who have helped thousands of doctors find work around Australia. There is no particular time of year that is best to start looking for doctors jobs in Australia, and you will generally find that at any time of year there are a large number of positions available around Australia. Beat Medical do advise, however, that you start the process early, as it can take time to find the right position, and complete all the necessary administrative work.