Applying

We advertise all our jobs on the Queensland Government Smart Jobs and careers website.

To apply, you need to register for a free My SmartJob account. From your account you can review, withdraw, and track the progress of your application.

Make sure you apply by the closing date. You can also read tips for job interviews and how to write a resume and cover letter on the Queensland Health website.

After you apply

We shortlist applicants on merit and consider your:

  • previous employment history
  • skills and qualifications
  • personal qualities
  • potential for development.

If you’re shortlisted for a role, you'll hear from us after the application closing date.

We use different assessments depending on the role you're applying for, including:

  • phone and face-to-face interviews
  • samples of work
  • work-based presentations
  • psychometric testing.

If your application is unsuccessful, we’ll let you know by email after we’ve completed our recruitment process.

Pre-employment checks

There are some things we'll need to check before we can employ you. You can read about pre-employment checks on the Queensland Health website, including:

  • professional registration, membership and qualification checks
  • Working with Children Checks
  • mandatory vaccinations
  • general criminal history.

You’ll also need to provide at least 2 references, ideally from a previous manager.

International applications

You don’t need to be an Australian citizen or permanent resident to apply for a temporary role with us. We welcome applications from all experienced health professionals and offer visa support and sponsorship for temporary roles. Learn more about overseas applications on the Queensland Health website.

If you’ve completed a qualification overseas, we might need to assess it to check the Australian equivalent. Learn more about overseas qualification requirements on the Department of Youth Justice, Employment, Small Business and Training website or email oqu@desbt.qld.gov.au.

Visas and sponsorship

We sometimes sponsor health professionals, but you can also apply for some visas yourself. Find out more about visas and sponsorships on the Queensland Health website.

Contact us

We only accept applications on the Queensland Government Smart Jobs and Careers website, but if you have questions about the recruitment process:

Last updated: September 2023