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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work anywhere in Australia?

Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) allows doctors and other health professionals to work anywhere in Australia, subject to any restrictions or conditions as listed on your registration. 

All doctors working in Australia must have registration with AHPRA, which may be Limited, Provisional, General or Specialist. Wavelength can assist you in determining the correct registration type.

New Zealand-trained General Practitioners with their Fellowship of the Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners (FRNZCGP) are highly regarded by the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP). 

First time registration with AHPRA generally takes 6-8 weeks to approve and requires you to meet several Registration Standards, including English proficiencycriminal history checks and recency of practice. Wavelength will work with you throughout this process. 

What will my working conditions be like?

Our recruitment consultants always work on your behalf to negotiate the best possible remuneration, travel and accommodation package.   

No matter your specialty, sub-specialty or seniority we keep you up-to-date every step of the way regarding working conditions and the level of support you will have, so you can be fully informed before accepting a position.  

We are also happy to arrange for you to speak directly to a member of staff at the location where you are considering a role, to ask further questions should you wish. 

Do I need to provide proof of immunisation?

We highly recommend you provide us with proof of your immunisation status for our records to ensure you can easily and quickly secure and start locum positions.   

There are various ways in which you can provide proof of vaccination such as: 

  • A copy of your vaccination record, 
  • Results of a blood test showing the required level of immunity, 
  • A letter from a GP or occupational health department with details of immunisation status. 

Some placements specify particular immunisation requirements.  Your dedicated recruitment consultant will be able to offer further detail regarding these. 

Your recruitment consultant will also be able to provide you with the most up-to-date information about the requirements for COVID-19 vaccinations. 

What is a DWS area?

A District of Workforce Shortage (DWS) area is defined as a geographical area where the local population has less access to Medicare-subsidised medical services when compared to the national average.  

Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) data and Medicare billing statistics are used to determine the DWS areas.  

For GPs, the geographical areas for DWS classifications for general practice are referred to as SA2 boundaries. For specialities other than general practice, they are referred to as SA3 boundaries. 

I was nominated as a Resident Medical Officer; can I apply for a permanent visa?

The Australian Government announced that measures will be introduced from 1 July 2022 to improve access to permanent residence for certain temporary work visa holders. This includes individuals who were in Australia for at least 12 months between 1 February 2020 and 14 December 2021 holding a subclass 482 visa in the short-term nominated occupation.

You must have held the 482 visa as a primary visa holder, worked in the nominating occupation for at least 3 years and the nominating hospital or practice is willing to support an application for permanent residency via the Employer Nomination Scheme.  Our registered migration agents will be able to offer further assistance regarding eligibility requirements based on your individual circumstances. 

What is AHPRA’s English Language policy and how do I meet it?

There are 4 ways in which you can meet AHPRA’s English Language policy:

  1. Primary Language Pathway:

    Choose this pathway if:

    - Your primary language is English, and,

    - All your primary and secondary education was taught and assessed solely in English in a recognised country, and,

    - Your tertiary qualifications in the relevant professional discipline were taught and assessed solely in English.

  2. Combined Secondary and Tertiary Education Pathway:

    Choose this pathway if:

    - You have at least two years of secondary education, taught and assessed solely in English in a recognised country, and,

    - Your tertiary qualifications in a relevant professional discipline were taught and assessed solely in English in a recognised country.

  3. Extended Education Pathway:

    Choose this pathway if:

    - You have completed at least six years’ full-time equivalent (FTE) continuous education taught and assessed solely in English, in any of the recognised countries, which includes tertiary qualifications in the relevant professional discipline.

  4. Test Pathway:

    Choose this pathway if:

    - You achieve the required minimum scores in one of the approved English language tests.

Can I work anywhere in Australia?

Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) allows doctors and other health professionals to work anywhere in Australia, subject to any restrictions or conditions as listed on your registration. 

All doctors working in Australia must have registration with AHPRA, which may be Limited, Provisional, General or Specialist. Wavelength can assist you in determining the correct registration type.

New Zealand-trained General Practitioners with their Fellowship of the Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners (FRNZCGP) are highly regarded by the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP). 

First time registration with AHPRA generally takes 6-8 weeks to approve and requires you to meet several Registration Standards, including English proficiencycriminal history checks and recency of practice. Wavelength will work with you throughout this process. 

What will my working conditions be like?

Our recruitment consultants always work on your behalf to negotiate the best possible remuneration, travel and accommodation package.   

No matter your specialty, sub-specialty or seniority we keep you up-to-date every step of the way regarding working conditions and the level of support you will have, so you can be fully informed before accepting a position.  

We are also happy to arrange for you to speak directly to a member of staff at the location where you are considering a role, to ask further questions should you wish. 

Do I need to provide proof of immunisation?

We highly recommend you provide us with proof of your immunisation status for our records to ensure you can easily and quickly secure and start locum positions.   

There are various ways in which you can provide proof of vaccination such as: 

  • A copy of your vaccination record, 
  • Results of a blood test showing the required level of immunity, 
  • A letter from a GP or occupational health department with details of immunisation status. 

Some placements specify particular immunisation requirements.  Your dedicated recruitment consultant will be able to offer further detail regarding these. 

Your recruitment consultant will also be able to provide you with the most up-to-date information about the requirements for COVID-19 vaccinations. 

What is a DWS area?

A District of Workforce Shortage (DWS) area is defined as a geographical area where the local population has less access to Medicare-subsidised medical services when compared to the national average.  

Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) data and Medicare billing statistics are used to determine the DWS areas.  

For GPs, the geographical areas for DWS classifications for general practice are referred to as SA2 boundaries. For specialities other than general practice, they are referred to as SA3 boundaries. 

I was nominated as a Resident Medical Officer; can I apply for a permanent visa?

The Australian Government announced that measures will be introduced from 1 July 2022 to improve access to permanent residence for certain temporary work visa holders. This includes individuals who were in Australia for at least 12 months between 1 February 2020 and 14 December 2021 holding a subclass 482 visa in the short-term nominated occupation.

You must have held the 482 visa as a primary visa holder, worked in the nominating occupation for at least 3 years and the nominating hospital or practice is willing to support an application for permanent residency via the Employer Nomination Scheme.  Our registered migration agents will be able to offer further assistance regarding eligibility requirements based on your individual circumstances. 

What is AHPRA’s English Language policy and how do I meet it?

There are 4 ways in which you can meet AHPRA’s English Language policy:

  1. Primary Language Pathway:

    Choose this pathway if:

    - Your primary language is English, and,

    - All your primary and secondary education was taught and assessed solely in English in a recognised country, and,

    - Your tertiary qualifications in the relevant professional discipline were taught and assessed solely in English.

  2. Combined Secondary and Tertiary Education Pathway:

    Choose this pathway if:

    - You have at least two years of secondary education, taught and assessed solely in English in a recognised country, and,

    - Your tertiary qualifications in a relevant professional discipline were taught and assessed solely in English in a recognised country.

  3. Extended Education Pathway:

    Choose this pathway if:

    - You have completed at least six years’ full-time equivalent (FTE) continuous education taught and assessed solely in English, in any of the recognised countries, which includes tertiary qualifications in the relevant professional discipline.

  4. Test Pathway:

    Choose this pathway if:

    - You achieve the required minimum scores in one of the approved English language tests.

Can I work anywhere in Australia?

Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) allows doctors and other health professionals to work anywhere in Australia, subject to any restrictions or conditions as listed on your registration. 

All doctors working in Australia must have registration with AHPRA, which may be Limited, Provisional, General or Specialist. Wavelength can assist you in determining the correct registration type.

New Zealand-trained General Practitioners with their Fellowship of the Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners (FRNZCGP) are highly regarded by the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP). 

First time registration with AHPRA generally takes 6-8 weeks to approve and requires you to meet several Registration Standards, including English proficiencycriminal history checks and recency of practice. Wavelength will work with you throughout this process. 

What will my working conditions be like?

Our recruitment consultants always work on your behalf to negotiate the best possible remuneration, travel and accommodation package.   

No matter your specialty, sub-specialty or seniority we keep you up-to-date every step of the way regarding working conditions and the level of support you will have, so you can be fully informed before accepting a position.  

We are also happy to arrange for you to speak directly to a member of staff at the location where you are considering a role, to ask further questions should you wish. 

Do I need to provide proof of immunisation?

We highly recommend you provide us with proof of your immunisation status for our records to ensure you can easily and quickly secure and start locum positions.   

There are various ways in which you can provide proof of vaccination such as: 

  • A copy of your vaccination record, 
  • Results of a blood test showing the required level of immunity, 
  • A letter from a GP or occupational health department with details of immunisation status. 

Some placements specify particular immunisation requirements.  Your dedicated recruitment consultant will be able to offer further detail regarding these. 

Your recruitment consultant will also be able to provide you with the most up-to-date information about the requirements for COVID-19 vaccinations. 

What is a DWS area?

A District of Workforce Shortage (DWS) area is defined as a geographical area where the local population has less access to Medicare-subsidised medical services when compared to the national average.  

Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) data and Medicare billing statistics are used to determine the DWS areas.  

For GPs, the geographical areas for DWS classifications for general practice are referred to as SA2 boundaries. For specialities other than general practice, they are referred to as SA3 boundaries. 

I was nominated as a Resident Medical Officer; can I apply for a permanent visa?

The Australian Government announced that measures will be introduced from 1 July 2022 to improve access to permanent residence for certain temporary work visa holders. This includes individuals who were in Australia for at least 12 months between 1 February 2020 and 14 December 2021 holding a subclass 482 visa in the short-term nominated occupation.

You must have held the 482 visa as a primary visa holder, worked in the nominating occupation for at least 3 years and the nominating hospital or practice is willing to support an application for permanent residency via the Employer Nomination Scheme.  Our registered migration agents will be able to offer further assistance regarding eligibility requirements based on your individual circumstances. 

What is AHPRA’s English Language policy and how do I meet it?

There are 4 ways in which you can meet AHPRA’s English Language policy:

  1. Primary Language Pathway:

    Choose this pathway if:

    - Your primary language is English, and,

    - All your primary and secondary education was taught and assessed solely in English in a recognised country, and,

    - Your tertiary qualifications in the relevant professional discipline were taught and assessed solely in English.

  2. Combined Secondary and Tertiary Education Pathway:

    Choose this pathway if:

    - You have at least two years of secondary education, taught and assessed solely in English in a recognised country, and,

    - Your tertiary qualifications in a relevant professional discipline were taught and assessed solely in English in a recognised country.

  3. Extended Education Pathway:

    Choose this pathway if:

    - You have completed at least six years’ full-time equivalent (FTE) continuous education taught and assessed solely in English, in any of the recognised countries, which includes tertiary qualifications in the relevant professional discipline.

  4. Test Pathway:

    Choose this pathway if:

    - You achieve the required minimum scores in one of the approved English language tests.