Relocating to Australia is an attractive option for many IMGs and their families. IMGs who successfully obtain medical registration and employment in Australia enjoy excellent career opportunities, security, diversity, world-class educational opportunities and an amazing lifestyle.
Pathway to Placement
CHALLENGES
For many IMGs securing a job offer is a difficult process. Competition for supervised practice positions is fierce, and Australian job search and recruitment processes may be different to that in their home countries.
COMPETITION
Competition for supervised practice positions is fierce. Put simply, more IMGs are seeking supervised practice positions than are currently available. Will I be able to obtain a job offer?
LOCAL JOB SEARCH KNOWLEDGE
Do you know how to effectively find advertised and non-advertised opportunities in Australia? Are you looking for jobs in areas where you are eligible to work?
EFFECTIVE TOOLS
Is your CV and cover letter appropriate for the Australian medical industry? And do you know what to expect in the interview?
Step-by-Step Guide to Achieve GP Employment in Australia
JOB OFFER AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Secure a job offer with a GP clinic, along with an offer of employer sponsorship
IMGs require an offer of employment, with a 19AB exemption, from an approved business (for the purposes of 457 visa sponsorship).
Apply for and successfully complete a Pre-Employment Structured Clinical Interview (PESCI)
The PESCI is conducted to assess that the applicant has the knowledge, skills and experience to practice safely and effectively in the particular general practice position for which limited registration is sought.
Apply for limited registration with Medical Board of Australia (MBA)
Limited Registration allows IMGs to provide medical services under supervision. Limited Registration is available to both specialist IMGs and non-specialist IMGs, is granted for up to twelve months, and can be renewed after this period, up to a maximum of three renewals.
Obtain in principle registration
Successful applicants for limited registration will be granted in principal registration.
Apply to the Department of Immigration and Border Protection and obtain a temporary work visa
Once registration with the MBA has been approved in principle, you can lodge a visa nomination and apply for an employer sponsored worker’s visa.
Registration appointment with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Upon receipt of your employer sponsored work visa attend an appointment with AHPRA to obtain limited registration.
Obtain registration and apply for provider and prescriber numbers
Upon obtaining registration, apply to Medicare for initial provider and prescriber numbers.
Commence work on receipt of provider number
Upon obtaining Medicare provider number commence providing medical services.
There are many prerequisites to consider before you can accept a job offer.
Be sure to check that you are qualified to apply.
WE CAN HELP
Recruitment On Demand is passionate about helping IMGs achieve their goal to live and work in Australia. We have had countless interactions with IMGs, both in Australia and overseas, struggling to obtain a job offer. Consistent feedback from IMGs is there is a lack of support for them in the job search process.
MEDICAL REGISTRATION CONSULTATION
One-on-one consulting to ensure you understand your registration pathway, each step in the process, anticipated costs and timeframes.
RESUME AND COVER LETTER PREPARATION
Give yourself the best possible chance of securing job interviews. Your resume and cover letter will be written in a professional format, tailored to meet the expectations of Australian general practice
LINKEDIN PROFILE WRITING & COACHING
Brand/position yourself in the job market and network with key people in Australian general practice.
JOB SEARCH COACHING
One-on-one coaching to help maximise your chances of securing a job offer in a competitive market.
INTERVIEW COACHING
Build your confidence and increase your success rate at job interviews.
GP RECRUITMENT
On demand recruitment saves you time, money and gives you a competitive edge.