If you’re a nurse, midwife or other healthcare professional from Canada, working in Australia offers the chance to try something new, build international experience and enjoy a more flexible, lifestyle, exploring new parts of the world.
From coastal cities and beachside towns to regional communities, Australia offers a wide range of roles, and Healthcare Australia is here to support you through every step of the process.
At Healthcare Australia, work isn’t just about shifts—it’s about experiences.
Whether you’re looking for flexible agency work, travel nursing opportunities or a permanent role, we connect nurses, midwives and other healthcare professionals from Canada with opportunities across hospitals, clinics and aged care facilities in every state and territory in Australia.
Many roles are located in places that make it easier to enjoy life outside of work, from vibrant cities to coastal and regional areas.
Choose when and where you work with casual shifts across metro and regional areas. Ideal if you want flexibility, variety and time to enjoy everything Australia has to offer.
Take on short-term placements across Australia while travelling and seeing new parts of the country. A great option if you want to combine work with adventure and new experiences.
Looking to settle in Australia? We offer permanent placement into full-time roles across public and private healthcare settings nationwide.
The table below provides a snapshot of the healthcare roles that are typically eligible for opportunities with Healthcare Australia, along with the key registration and visa requirements. Eligibility can vary by individual circumstances, so we recommend reviewing the official AHPRA and Australian visa websites before applying. If you are still unsure if you are eligible or what visa you might require, feel free to contact us.
| Role Type | Typically Eligible for Healthcare Australia Roles |
AHPRA | VISA |
| Nurse | Must be eligible for AHPRA | Visa with work rights | |
| Midwife | Must be eligible for AHPRA | Visa with work rights | |
| Doctor | Must be eligible for AHPRA (IMG pathways apply) |
Visa with work rights | |
| Allied Health Professionals | Must be eligible for registration with the relevant AHPRA board | Visa with work rights | |
| Support-level role AINs, Support Workers) | Not AHPRA registered roles | Must have own visa with working rights, not eligible for sponsorship visa’s |
Whether you’re looking for international experience, more flexibility or a change of pace, we’ll support you through every step so you can start working in Australia with confidence.
Access a wide range of nursing and healthcare roles across Australia.
Enjoy flexible work options, more time outdoors and a healthier work-life balance.
Explore Australia through paid travel nursing and supported placements.
Build your experience across a wide range of health services and clinical settings as part of a larger healthcare system.
Get guidance from AHPRA and visa advice through to job placement.
Healthcare Australia is the trusted recruitment partner for leading health facilities, public and private, nationwide. With roles available in some of Australia’s most sought-after destinations and ongoing support from your dedicated international consultant, the real question is: where will your next journey take you?
We’ve got you covered.
We primarily recruit Registered Nurses, Midwives, Allied Health Professionals and Doctors for roles across Australia. Some support-level positions (such as carers, support workers or AINs) are not typically available for international applicants.
Yes. Canadian-trained nurses, midwives, doctors and many allied health professionals are generally eligible to apply for AHPRA registration, provided their qualifications and experience meet AHPRA’s assessment criteria.
No. You can register your interest first and we’ll guide you through the AHPRA process.
Most roles require 1–2 years of post-graduate experience, depending on your specialty.
Yes. Many visa pathways allow partners and dependants to be included.
Absolutely. From major cities to coastal, regional and remote locations, we work with you to match roles to your preferences.
Yes! We sponsor a range of Nursing, Midwifery, and Allied Health roles.
Costs vary depending on your visa, location and circumstances, but most applicants should budget for AHPRA fees, visa costs, flights and initial living expenses. We’ll help you understand expected costs and plan ahead before you arrive.
Our consultants are ready to guide you to your first role in Australia.
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