New Zealand Doctors Working In Australia

New Zealand doctors wishing to work in Australia will find that the administrative process to do so is relatively straight forward.

Doctors who hold current registration are eligible for mutual recognition to attain General Registration in Australia.  Some specialists and GPs will need to apply through the Australian Medical Council for recognition of their NZ qualifications in order to attain Specialist Registration in Australia. Some exceptions to this rule include the colleges which have joint AU/NZ membership such as ACEM, RACS, etc.

This means that doctors from New Zealand can work in doctor jobs in major metropolitan cities, rural areas, or beachside towns, depending on their personal preferences. They also have the flexibility to work as a short term locum, which is a great way of achieving that work-life balance, or assisting with travel around the country.

Another bonus for New Zealand doctors is that New Zealand citizens do not have to have a work visa to work in Australia. 

While the administrative process is significantly easier for New Zealand doctors than doctors from other countries, finding the best job, applying and negotiating with employers can still be very time consuming. This is where medical recruitment agency Beat Medical can help. They make the process simpler and help you find the best position by:

• Exposing you to a range of unadvertised positions;
• Matching you with the best job for your situation;
• Helping you prepare your CV;
• Preparing you for the interview; and
• Negotiating with your prospective employers to get the best deal with regard to wages and working conditions.

  
  

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