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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.

02/09/2026

Spring has arrived 🌿

A change of season can be a good time to think about what you want from your next role. A new workplace? A new community? A chance to use your experience somewhere different? See where a Rural LAP placement could take you this spring.

31/08/2026

Rural and regional services need experienced Registered Nurses and Midwives who can confidently step into new teams and provide high-quality care. Rural LAP supports eligible placements with coordination, travel and accommodation arrangements. Explore current opportunities.

26/08/2026

Spring and summer workforce pressures can arrive quickly. Early planning gives your service the best opportunity to secure suitable locum support. Contact Rural LAP to discuss upcoming leave, seasonal demand and anticipated roster gaps.

24/08/2026

Take your optometry skills where they can make a lasting difference. We are recruiting optometrists for September placements supporting rural communities. Travel and accommodation support may be available, allowing you to focus on delivering quality care. Register your interest today.

21/08/2026

Locum work can take you beyond the usual tourist destinations. Experience regional Australia, become part of a local team and use your skills where they are genuinely valued. Where could your next Rural LAP placement take you?

19/08/2026

Allied health professionals help rural communities access essential services closer to home. Rural LAP is looking for experienced clinicians who are ready to share their skills, broaden their experience and make a practical difference.

17/08/2026

Nurses and midwives play an essential role in keeping rural health services running. Rural LAP offers meaningful placements where your experience can support local teams and improve continuity of care. Your next professional challenge could be closer than you think.

14/08/2026

We’re heading to Adelaide for the 18th National Rural Health Conference!

Come say hello to Olivia, Angela and Tamara. The team will be there to connect, listen and share how we support healthcare professionals working in Rural settings, as well as the organisations behind them.

If you’re attending, come and say hello.

12/08/2026

A new month brings new opportunities to make a difference. Rural LAP connects nurses, aged care professionals and allied health clinicians with placements across rural and regional Australia. Explore new communities, build your experience and support services that need you most.

06/08/2026

Come and say hi to Vanessa, Kristy-Lee and Curtis at the National Nursing Forum today and tomorrow at the Melbourne Convention Centre.

The team are talking about Rural LAP, including how to become a locum and how to apply for locum support.

You can also have a crack at our 'pick a duck' for your chance to win a prize. Are you feeling ducky???

You'll find us at booth 10.

Address

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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