Work in Australia
Australia is an extremely popular work destination for internationally trained medical doctors. Australia offers first class medical training, modern facilities and dynamic teaching and research centres in the context of a strong and vibrant free market economy. As well as these qualities it is often the many and obvious life style factors that attract people to the country. The vast landscape and varying temperate and tropical climates provide a range of new and varied work and life experiences. The major Australian cities are European in style, the largest being Sydney with a population of 4.3 million. Whether you are looking for metropolitan, coastal, rural or remote placements Medipeople provides an extensive range of exciting opportunities.
Basics about the healthcare system:
+ The Australian health system is a mixture of public and private services administered by the federal and state goverments
+ The Australian federal government funds medical services through Medicare and the Pharmaceutical Benefits scheme
+ The state and territory governments regulate and fund public hospitals and other community health services
The Australian healthcare system is funded by taxation, a Medicare levy and contributions through private health insurance.
Medical Registration in Australia
Australia has six states and two major mainland territories. Each state and territory has its own licensing authority and all medical doctors must be registered with the state that they are working in. There are various pathways within each registering authority. Prior to obtaining registration international medical graduates must undergo assessment by the Australian Medical Council. Medipeople assists international candidates in negotiating all aspects of medical registration and provides ongoing strategic planning for candidates. For further information please contact our migration services.
Obtaining a visa for Australia
Due to Australia’s skills shortage in the health industry the Australian government has developed programmes to assist Australian employers to import skills. Medipeople can assist both employers and employees to apply for the appropriate visa to meet both parties’ specific requirements. Our dedicated and professional team will be able to assist individuals to plan and provide a tailor made a solution to your long term goals.
