If you’re a nurse, midwife, doctor or healthcare professional in New Zealand, Australia offers the chance to earn more, grow faster, and enjoy a lifestyle with real balance.
With competitive pay, diverse roles and expert support, Healthcare Australia helps you take the next step in your career, without doing it alone.
At Healthcare Australia, work isn’t just about shifts—it’s about experiences.
Whether you want flexible casual shifts or longer-term roles, we connect NZ nurses, midwives, doctors and allied health professionals with opportunities across hospitals, clinics and aged care facilities in every state, city and region in Australia.
Choose when and where you work with casual shifts across metro or regional areas. Ideal for flexibility and work-life balance.
Take your skills across Australia with short-term placements in stunning rural, regional, and remote locations. A perfect mix of career and adventure.
Looking to settle in Australia? We offer full-time permanent placements across public and private health 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 better pay, flexible contracts or a change of scenery, we’ll support you every step of the way so you can start working in Australia with confidence.
Take your healthcare career to new locations across Australia, from major cities to regional and coastal communities.
Enjoy flexible work options and outdoor living, with Australia offering year-round opportunities close to home.
Use travel nursing to explore Australia while staying in paid, supported roles that move with you.
Build your experience across a wide range of health services and clinical settings as part of a larger healthcare system.
From AHPRA registration and NZ-to-Australia visa guidance to job matching and placements, your dedicated consultant has you covered.
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. Support-level roles (such as carers, support workers or AINs) are generally not available for international applicants.
Yes. Many New Zealand-trained healthcare professionals are eligible for AHPRA registration, subject to assessment of qualifications and experience.
New Zealand citizens can live and work in Australia on arrival under a Special Category Visa (subclass 444). Our team can confirm what applies to your individual situation.
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. From major cities to coastal, regional and remote locations, we’ll match you with roles that align with your preferences and goals.
Yes. Many pathways allow partners and dependants to live in Australia with you.
Yes! We sponsor a range of Nursing, Midwifery, and Allied Health roles.
Costs vary depending on your circumstances, location and role. Our team can help you understand expected expenses and plan ahead.
Our consultants are ready to guide you to your first role in Australia.
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