Consultant Opportunities in General Medicine & General Paediatrics
Australia has opened a new fast‑track pathway to specialist registration for internationally trained General Physicians and General Paediatricians.
Australia | Expedited Specialist Registration from January 2026
From 19 January 2026, eligible doctors can apply directly to the Medical Board of Australia, bypassing the traditional full college assessment process and moving straight toward consultant‑level practice.
Who Can Apply?
General PaediatricsHold UK MRCPCH + CCT (awarded from August 2007 onwards) or Ireland MRCPI (Paeds) + CSCST (from July 2010 onwards). Recent experience in general paediatrics is required.
General MedicineHold UK MRCP(UK) + CCT in General Internal Medicine (from August 2007), GIM with Acute Medicine (from August 2009), or approved dual CCT pathways (from August 2019). Recent practice in general medicine is required.
Benefits
Direct access to specialist registration
Significantly reduced assessment time
Consultant roles across metro, regional and coastal Australia
No traditional college assessment bottleneck
Competitive consultant salary packages
Overtime, on‑call and relocation incentives
Superannuation and generous leave entitlements
Long‑term stability within Australia's public health system
For many internationally trained doctors, Australia offers professional recognition, a sustainable long‑term consultant career, and a chance to reset—clinically and personally.
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