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Australia’s Trusted Locum Doctor Agency For Doctors, By Doctors

At Dr On Call, we understand the medical world because we are part of it.

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Why Choose Dr Oncall?

Leading the way in locum medical staffing across Australia.

Founded in 2007 by practising specialists, our agency has grown into one of the most respected locum doctor agencies in the country. We specialise in connecting doctors with rewarding locum opportunities and helping hospitals Australia-wide access the support they need – day or night.

Unlike many other medical recruitment agencies, we know first-hand what locum life is like. That’s why we provide genuine support, nationwide coverage, and 24/7 availability. Whether you are looking for flexible locum work that fits your lifestyle or a hospital in urgent need of staff, Dr On Call is here to help.

Need a locum doctor fast? Call us anytime – we’re available 24/7.

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Recognised accreditations ensuring the highest standards, our accreditations include:

Premium Recruitment Services for Doctors and Hospitals

As a trusted medical recruitment agency, we do more than match names to rosters. We provide a premium service designed to make locum placements smooth and stress-free. Our dedicated recruitment consultants handle every detail, including:

  • Finding the right job to fit your career goals, experience, and interests.
  • Negotiating shift dates, times, and pay rates.
  • Coordinating travel and accommodation for interstate or regional locations.
  • Managing all compliance, paperwork, and credentials.
  • Invoicing and chasing up payments on your behalf.

There are many medical locum agencies Australia has to offer, but our commitment is simple: we represent your best interests, delivering a professional, tailored, and reliable experience.

What is a Locum Doctor?

Locum doctors work in place of regular doctors when a hospital is short-staffed or has a short-term position to fill.

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Our Services

Dr On Call is a full-service medical locum agency providing:

  • Short-term and long-term locum placements across specialties such as emergency medicine, intensive care, anaesthesia, Medicine, and clinical trials. PGY2 to Consultant vacancies available.
  • Medical recruitment Australia services for both public and private hospitals.
  • Comprehensive medical staff recruitment, including credentialing and compliance support.
  • Rostering solutions and workforce planning for critical departments.
  • Opportunities for doctors to explore flexible roles or even transition into permanent positions.

Our focus is always on building strong relationships with both clients and candidates, ensuring the best possible match every time.

Our Guarantee

You can phone Dr Oncall 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Our dedicated consultants will extend you a prompt and professional service to properly understand your requirements and availability.

For Doctors – Flexible Locum
Work That Fits Your Career

Locum work should be more than just a job – it should enhance your career and support your lifestyle. Partnering with our locum doctor agency gives you:

  • Access to a wide range of locum opportunities across Australia, including metro areas like Brisbane, NSW, and VIC.
  • Competitive pay rates negotiated by experienced recruitment consultants.
  • Referral rewards when you recommend colleagues or family to join us.
  • The freedom to choose shifts that fit your work-life balance.
  • A smooth, professional process with ongoing support every step of the way.

Dr On Call is more than a medical recruitment agency – we are your partner in building a rewarding medical career.

Register as a locum doctor today and start exploring opportunities with one of Australia’s leading medical locum agencies.

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Our Process for Doctors

Working with Dr On Call is simple, clear, and efficient – whether you are a doctor or a hospital.

01

Register with our medical locum agency.

02

Share your career goals and availability with your recruitment consultant.

03

Get matched with locum placements that suit your skills and lifestyle.

04

Receive ongoing support from our professional team throughout your placement.

For Hospitals & Healthcare Providers

When staffing shortages arise, you need a trusted partner that understands the medical industry. Dr On Call has been supporting hospitals Australia-wide for nearly two decades with reliable medical staff recruitment services.

We offer:

  • Fast, responsive healthcare recruitment solutions with access to qualified locum doctors.
  • Compliance, credentialing, and rostering handled by our professional consultants.
  • Strong partnerships built on trust, professionalism, and results.
  • 24/7 availability from an experienced recruitment team that understands hospital pressures.
  • Long-term workforce planning, in addition to immediate locum cover.

As one of the most respected medical locum agencies in Australia, we provide peace of mind that every placement will be handled with care and urgency.

Submit a vacancy today and let us handle your locum doctor staffing needs.

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Our Process for Hospitals

Working with Dr On Call is simple, clear, and efficient – whether you are a doctor or a hospital.

01

Submit a staffing request.

02

Our medical recruitment specialists quickly respond with qualified candidates.

03

We manage credentialing, paperwork, and compliance.

04

Enjoy seamless coverage and a smooth transition into your roster.

Why Do Medical Professionals Choose Dr On Call?

Not all medical recruitment agencies are the same. This is why both doctors and hospitals consistently recommend us, and
why we are regarded as one of the most reliable medical locum agencies in Australia. Dr On Call is different because we are:

  • For doctors, by doctors – founded and managed by practising specialists..
  • Available 24/7, every day of the year.
  • An Australian-owned medical recruitment agency with nearly 20 years of experience.
  • A trusted name in medical recruitment in Australia, supporting public and private hospitals.
  • Focused on building strong relationships that deliver long-term results.
  • Dedicated to providing a professional, personalised service with every interaction.

Video Testimonial Dr Stevie Bray

Video Testimonial Dr – Stevie Bray

Dr Stevie Bray registered with Dr Oncall as a Locum Doctor in 2015 and has been working in Emergency and Surgical Registrar roles Australia Wide since this time.

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Client Testimonials

Nicole and the Doctor Oncall team have been very helpful in finding us doctors at very short notice. We would highly recommend them for their professionalism and assistance during stressful last minute bookings’.
Caroline Guillemain-Brunne
General Manager, Requiring Event Medical Officers
I have been working with Dr Oncall since February 2018 and my time working with Dr Oncall was exceptional. Dr Oncall are a wonderful team to work with and I would recommend Dr Oncall to any of my colleagues.
Dr Jamee McBride
MBBS, Dr Oncall Locum Doctor
Our hospital has been using Dr Oncall for a number of years to supply Intensive Care doctors to help us meet the roster requirements in our Critical Care Unit. Dr Oncall has always provided a professional and timely service.
Toby Day
Human Resources Analyst, Queensland Private Hospital

Become a Dr Oncall Locum today!

Enhance your career with flexible, rewarding locum work supported by doctors who understand your needs.

  • Work with an experienced locum doctor agency trusted across Australia.
  • Benefit from reliable medical recruitment services that put doctors first.
  • Explore opportunities with a professional medical locum agency dedicated to your success.
  • Partner with one of the most established medical locum agencies in Australia.

Register today and discover why Dr On Call is the medical staff recruitment partner doctors and hospitals trust.

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