Have you ever dreamed of making a meaningful impact on healthcare while immersing yourself in the heart of Rural Australia? Now you can with the Rural Locum Assistance Program (Rural LAP).

Picture this: you can travel to some of Australia’s most beautiful locations, and the community embraces your presence and is grateful for the support you bring. You will provide essential healthcare to those who need it most, all while allowing your fellow healthcare professionals to take the much-needed time off they need to avoid burnout.

Rural LAP Midwife Kathleen recently finished a placement at the Alice Spring Maternity Ward and had this to say, “I loved my time working at Alice Maternity Ward. The team were fantastic, the atmosphere was supportive, and the ward manager was always approachable and prompt with queries and timesheets”.

For Kathleen, this placement wasn’t just about delivering babies. She also loved that she could “connect with the patients and learn about their lives in the remote communities of Central Australia. A truly special place in the world”.

The Rural Locum Assistance Program is Government-funded and plays a pivotal role in ensuring that healthcare professionals in rural and remote Australia can take leave without compromising patient care. Rural LAP has no fees or charges, making it easier than ever to access locum services. As a testament to how well the program has been going since its inception in 2011, the team recently celebrated their 10,000th locum placement.



Rural LAP National Manager Jessica Andrew said, “We extend our gratitude to all the health professionals and clinics who have supported Rural LAP since 2011. Working in remote and rural locations across our beautiful country has its clear advantages”.

Can you see yourself becoming part of this incredible journey? Submit your expression of interest, and the Rural LAP team will guide you through the application process. As a midwife locum, you’ll receive competitive compensation, including an hourly wage, superannuation and travel allowances. We even pay for your travel and accommodation so you can focus on providing excellent healthcare to those who need it.

Locum work with Rural LAP is not just a job it's an adventure. Don’t miss the opportunity to embrace new experiences, advance your skills and make a real difference in the lives of others.

For more information, visit the Rural LAP website https://bit.ly/3TZ9PRz.