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Rural Locum Assistance Program

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Rural Locum Assistance Program

We are dedicated to alleviating the pressures of workforce shortages in rural and remote Australia

The Rural Locum Assistance Program (Rural LAP) supports rural and remote health services by sourcing locums to cover personal or Continuing Professional Development (CPD) leave. Anaesthetists (specialists and GPs), obstetricians (specialists and GPs), nurses, midwives and allied health professionals located in Modified Monash Model (MMM) categories 2-7 are eligible to apply. Rural LAP covers leave

for up to 14 working days for MMM 2-7 categories and up to 28 days for MMM 5-7 categories (noting that priority will be given to placements with a CPD component or located in categories 6 and 7). The program also offers financial assistance to urban GPs who require emergency medicine training. To be eligible for support, you must be willing to undertake a general practice locum placement in rural and remote Australia. Rural LAP combines the Rural Obstetric and Anaesthetic Locum Scheme (ROALS), the Nursing and Allied Health Rural Locum Scheme (NAHRLS) and the Rural Locum Education Assistance Program (Rural LEAP). The aims of the amalgamated program include:

- enhancing the ability of healthcare professionals in rural Australia to take leave and undertake CPD activities
- improving the retention of these health professionals in rural locations
- upskilling metropolitan-based GP professional competencies in Emergency Medicine.

25/06/2026

This could be your next placement.

From coastal communities to remote outback towns, rural healthcare offers experiences unlike anywhere else.

👉 Where could your next role take you?

22/06/2026

Looking for your next aged care opportunity?

Rural communities are seeking compassionate professionals ready to make a difference.

👉 Explore aged care opportunities with Rural LAP.

19/06/2026

Sometimes the best opportunities are the ones you take.

For Endorsed Enrolled Nurse Megan McQuillan, locum work with Rural LAP has meant working in beautiful locations, meeting new people, and making a real difference in rural communities.

💬 "Beautiful facility with lovely staff and residents, great support and in a stunning location!"

When asked what she would say to healthcare professionals considering locum work, Megan's advice was simple:

💬 "Don't wait, just do it! You won't regret it. Every experience creates a lasting memory."

👉 Ready for your next adventure? Explore locum opportunities with Rural LAP.

17/06/2026

Ready for something different?

Rural nursing gives you the opportunity to expand your experience, explore new locations, and make a genuine impact.

✔ Flexible placements
✔ Travel support
✔ Meaningful work

👉 Register your interest today.

15/06/2026

Midwives are essential to rural communities.

Take your skills where they’re needed most while gaining rewarding experience and flexibility.

👉 Talk to our team today.

11/06/2026

Rural healthcare keeps communities connected.

Across rural and remote Australia, healthcare professionals play a vital role in ensuring communities continue to receive the care and support they need—often in places where access to services can be limited.

Behind every placement is more than just a shift to fill. It’s a local hospital needing support, an aged care facility relying on continuity of care, and patients depending on dedicated clinicians to be there when it matters most.

At Rural LAP, we’re proud to support the nurses, midwives, allied health professionals, and aged care workers who step into these communities every day and make a real difference.

Because strong healthcare services help build stronger communities.

Learn more about how we support rural healthcare across Australia.

08/06/2026

More clinicians are choosing rural for the experience, flexibility, and meaningful work.

And once they go rural—they often come back.

Discover where rural work could take you.

05/06/2026

We are pleased to announce that the Australian Government has officially extended Rural LAP until 30 June 2027.

If you require locum support so you and your team can take leave, or if you would like to join Rural LAP as a locum, head to our website - https://bit.ly/3TcQbk0 (link in bio).

We can't wait to work with you over the next 12 months.

27/05/2026

Rural locum life is more than just work.
It’s about community, connection, and experiences you won’t find anywhere else.
🌄 Unique locations
🤝 Strong connections
💼 Meaningful work
👉 Discover rural opportunities.

25/05/2026

We are looking for anaesthetists who want to shake up their work/life balance!

Rural LAP offers placements of up to 14 days and up to 28 days depending on your placement location meaning you can work around your personal life and take placements that suit your lifestyle. You will receive your hourly wage (plus superannuation), a $100 per day travel allowance, plus we pay for all your travel and accommodation.

Join Rural LAP today and enjoy an experience like no other, while supporting healthcare in rural and remote communities of Australia. Submit an expression of interest today - https://bit.ly/48QBQ2b

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Suite 17S 2 King Street
Deakin, ACT
2600

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

1800 RURAL LAP (78725 527)

Website

http://rurallap.com.au/

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