General Practitioner

Rural Workforce Agency NT, part of Northern Territory Primary Health Network (NT PHN), supports health professionals to find work across the Northern Territory. We work with Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations, private general practices and other primary healthcare providers, offering support with recruitment, relocation, onboarding and ongoing professional development.The Northern Territory offers a unique mix of career and lifestyle opportunities. From Darwins tropical lifestyle to regional and remote communities, GPs can experience a broad scope of practice while making a meaningful difference across diverse communities.Outside work, the Northern Territory is known for its national parks, waterfalls, outdoor lifestyle and access to some of Australias most distinctive landscapes and cultures.Ready to take the next step in your GP career and looking for a move to Australia?The Northern Territory Public Health Network - Rural Workforce Agency is recruiting experienced GPs from the United Kingdom, Ireland and New Zealand to join primary healthcare services across Australia's Northern Territory.Opportunities are available across Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs), private general practices and multidisciplinary primary healthcare organisations, with a particular focus on communities experiencing the greatest workforce need.Whether you're looking to broaden your clinical scope, work within multidisciplinary teams or experience a unique Australian lifestyle, we'll help connect you with the right opportunity and support you throughout your relocation journey.Eligible candidates can access the Medical Board of Australias Expedited Specialist pathway, providing access to specialist registration in Australia.What you'll doAs a GP, you'll:deliver high-quality, patient-centred primary healthcare across a diverse range of communitieswork collaboratively with Aboriginal Health Practitioners, nurses and allied health professionals within multidisciplinary teamsbuild long-term relationships with patients and contribute to improved health outcomesenjoy a broad scope of practice and opportunities to develop your clinical skillssupport sustainable healthcare delivery in metropolitan, regional and remote communities across the Northern Territory.You may be eligible if you:hold an approved specialist GP qualification from:the United KingdomIrelandNew Zealandmeet the Australian Medical Councils (AMC) approved qualification requirementsmeet the requirements to apply for specialist registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)meet the Medical Board of Australias registration standards in English language skills, recency of practice and criminal historyare interested in working in the Northern Territory, which is classified as aDistribution Priority Area(DPA)meet Australian immigration requirements (where applicable).General Practitioners (GPs) working in the Northern Territory can typically expect competitive remuneration, depending on location, billing model and scope of practice, with many rural and remote opportunities offering additional relocation support, accommodation and other incentivesCompetitive remuneration.Up to£5,227 relocation assistanceavailable for eligible candidates through the NT Thrive Grant.Access to theAHPRA Expedited Specialist Pathwayfor eligible UK, Irish and New Zealand GPs.Opportunities across ACCHOs, private general practice and other primary healthcare services.Diverse and rewarding clinical work with broad scope of practice.Strong multidisciplinary teams and supportive workplace environments.Ongoing professional development and networking opportunities.A unique lifestyle combining career progression with adventure and work-life balance.Why relocate to the Northern Territory?The Northern Territory offers one of Australia's most rewarding environments to practise medicine.Here you'll have the opportunity to work at the top of your scope, experience genuine clinical diversity and make a meaningful impact in communities where your skills are truly valued.Work within an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation, delivering culturally safe, community-led healthcare and help to improve Aboriginal health outcomes, or join an established private general practice.Outside work, you'll enjoy a relaxed lifestyle, spectacular national parks, year-round warm weather and some of Australia's most unique travel experiences.Our supportRelocating internationally is a significant decision, and we're here to guide you through every stage of the process.Rural Workforce Agency NT provides personalised, end-to-end support, including:assessing your eligibility for the Expedited Specialist pathwaydiscussing your career goals and preferred locationmatching you with suitable GP opportunities across the Northern Territoryconnecting you with employers and coordinate introductions and interviewsproviding guidance on registration, visas and relocationsupporting you as you settle into your new role and community.If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.JBRP1_UKTJ