Please note: Recruitment processes and eligibility requirements may change each year. Applicants should refer to the official Queensland Health Intern Campaign website for the most up-to-date information.

Q. Can applicants with AMC CAT MCQ passed and eligible for limited registration and a Permanent Resident, apply in this campaign?
A. Yes, you are able to apply to the RMO campaign. All positions are for the 2027 clinical year.

Q. I am an IMG who graduated from China and passed AMC MCQ. I completed a 12-month undergraduate internship and I am currently undertaking full-time postgraduate clinical training in Internal Medicine/Emergency Medicine in China. Because my internship was undergraduate and I do not currently hold medical registration in my home country, I understand I may require Level 1 supervision for APHRA purposes. In this situation, would I still be eligible to apply for Queensland RMO/JMO campaigns? Also, are there any roles within the RMO campaigns that are designed for or able to support IMGs requiring Level 1 supervision while completing internship-equivalent supervised practice?
A. There are facilities that accept level 1, if you haven’t completed a recognised internship though it sounds like you should look at the intern campaign.

Q. How should IMG's give a criminal check and VPD? Can it be submitted after the job offer?
A. The VPD can be submitted at a later date. The Criminal history form must be completed during the application.

Q. For CVs, is 4 pages still acceptable for RMO Applications or should I try harder to shorten it further?
A. Yes, there is also a template that you can use https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/medical-careers/resident-medical-officer-rmo-and-registrar-campaign/application-documents

Q. If I am unable to complete the vaccination requirements, due to living overseas, do you know if there is usually any solution for situations like this? For example, would hospitals allow candidates to complete it after arrival in Australia, or is there any alternative approach for this requirement?
A. You don’t need the VPD at the time of application, but must be ready for onboarding.

Q. If someone has a gap of more than 10 year, however cleared AMC clinical exam and did residency of three months. Do you consider hiring doctors with long gaps?
A. If you are able to obtain AHPRA registration, yes you will be considered.

Q. I have done internship in my home country. Currently living in Australia. I have no other experience apart from internship. Am I eligible for RMO positions? I have more than 2 years clinical gap. Should I go for internship campaign?
A. If you have completed a recognised internship with AHPRA then you will need to apply for RMO Campaign.

Q. In the RMO campaign, do we apply to specific hospitals or to regions?
A. For the RMO Campaign, you apply for hospitals.

Q. Do we need to submit a general cover letter as part of the RMO application?
A. Your cover letter needs to be part of your CV

Q. As an IMG, can I have offshore referees?
A. Yes you can have offshore referees.

Q. Can we directly apply for GP/RG training position without prior Australian experience, but having significant NHS experience (through Competent Authority Pathway)?
A. We would encourage you to have a look at this website https://www.racgp.org.au/ or email becomeagp@racgp.org.au with your personal circumstances for more information. You can also contact ACCRM by emailing accrm@acrrm.org.au. 

Q. Does Queensland only allow IMGs from some regions to apply for jobs or can everyone who is eligible apply?
A. Anyone who is eligible can apply.

Q. How do the rural rotations work from Cairns - how long can the rural rotations be?
A. Usually rotations last 10 weeks long but can be longer for PHOs. It can be up to a whole year if you want to do a PHO year.

Q. So for the cover letter that should be part of the CV, are we able to submit a cover letter for each hospital or it's meant to be a general cover letter?
A. General cover letter please. There is also a text box that you can add further information about your preferences.

Q. Where do I follow up on NQ IMG program ?
A. You can find all the information here: https://www.townsville.health.qld.gov.au/career-opportunities/medical-recruitment/nqimgprep/

Q. If my internship is not recognised by AHPRA, is it still possible to get a PGY-2/RMO-level job under Level 1 supervision?
A. You would need to secure an accredited intern position in Australia to assist in gaining registration with AHPRA.

Q. Are there any recommended ways to network with regional hospitals, Rural Generalist training teams, or medical workforce units before applying?
A. NQRTH offers a range of networking opportunities across our region, some of which are attended or represented by the medical workforce and rural generalist teams. Recent examples include local rural networking events and careers fairs, as well as partnered initiatives such as the AMAQ Junior Doctor Conference and other medical expos and conferences. We encourage you to keep an eye on the events section of the NQRTH page for upcoming opportunities. Workforce teams within our region are generally very approachable and welcome direct enquiries regarding specific questions. Additionally, the NQRTH team is happy to facilitate introductions where needed or requested.

Q. I am a RMO confused on what to specialise in, are there resources to help me decide?
A. The NQRTH website breaks down each of the specialties and provides a basic overview which may assist in helping compare. The page is also linked to each of the colleges for further information. It is a common suggestion to talk to consultants or senior registrars that work in the specialties that you may be interested in to see if it would suit your personal and professional needs. If possible, attend career fairs, and networking events and learn more about each speciality and what is involved. Check our NQRTH events page for upcoming events, including some that are available online.

You can also visit the QLD Health Medi-Nav website.

Q. Which Hospitals are more friendly for visa sponsorship for IMGs with AMC Clinical passed?
From Townsville University Hospital: We have an international medical graduate support page within the hospital. We have over 40% of the doctors employed in Townsville Hospital and Health Service are IMGs. We have a mentorship program, and we've just started up a new program where doctors new to the hospital, particularly IMGs, can partner with our volunteers to learn about the community, and all of those extra things you might know about getting settled in Australia, such as the best schools and the best shops and pubs. We pride ourselves on being a very IMG-friendly hospital, including, sponsorship where it's eligible.

Q. Any tips for resume - how to prepare beforehand and what are pre requisites to be taken care of?
A. Queensland Health Medical practitioner CV template available on the QLD Health campaign website and helpful resources are available on the Career Planning sectioned of the NQRTH website.

Q. As an RMO, once you receive an offer from your first preference is that locked in? If your circumstances change before you start (e.g partner is relocated to another hospital), is there an option to reach out to / be considered by your other preferences?
A. If you accept the offer, yes. You are also able to add partner details in the application and advise the facility.

Q. What is the chance of getting job in this RMO campaign if you hold AHPRA registration and currently doing observership as a Honorary Medical Officer in Queensland?
A. Certainly put in an application, and it will be considered and assessed by the hospital and health services. If you are in that circumstance, I would encourage you to contact the hospitals that you want to preference. They'll be able to provide tailored advice, specific to your circumstances that will help.

Q. Can IMG who is preparing for AMC exam Part 1 apply for the RMO campaign?
A. You can apply but unfortunately you won't be eligible for registration until you pass AMC part 1.

Q. Are there surgical RMO/ SMO positions available?
A. Below is a link to search the available positions throughout the RMO and Registrar Campaign: https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/medical-careers/resident-medical-officer-rmo-and-registrar-campaign/rmo-position-search-tool. There is no centralised recruitment for senior medical officer (SMO) positions. Recruitment is coordinated by individual hospital and health services as vacancies arise. Positions may be advertised on various media, such as: SmartJobs, individual specialty colleges or professional association website, and professional journals.

Q. If we work as PHO, are there opportunities for the WBA program?
A. Each participating health service may have different requirements, so it is best to contact the service you are interested in directly to confirm their expectations. Generally, there may be a preference for participants in the WBA program to be rotational RMOs, as this supports broader exposure and helps ensure all program requirements can be effectively met.  Further information including a list of participating health services can be found at the link here: https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/medical-careers/medi-nav/international-medical-graduates/workplace-based-assessment-for-international-medical-graduates 

Q. Are IMGs with one year of internship eligible for Level 1 supervision in GP training, or are there additional criteria?
A. GP training requires Level 2 registration or above for FSP or Level 3/4 for RVTS. AGPT requires general registration.

Q. I am now in General Medicine training for more than 4+ years,  can I enter directly to General Medicine training in QLD and which hospitals should I preference?
A. General Medicine AT pathway manages the recruitment of AT positions, please refer to their eligibility: https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/medical-careers/resident-medical-officer-rmo-and-registrar-campaign/medical-specialty-training-programs/medicine-advanced-training/general-medicine.

Q. If I apply for PHO level jobs through the campaign, would I still be considered for RMO position if I don't get selected as a PHO? Would I need to apply again for RMO?
A. If you're unsuccessful in your application for any PHO position, there is an opportunity to re-preference to other positions, including Junior House Officer and Senior House Officer roles. So that framework is built into the system, and the processes that we use, and provides an opportunity to re-preference to available vacancies, should you miss out.