Working in the Northern Territory (NT) is an extraordinary place to work and live, offering unique and diverse training and employment possibilities for junior doctors and more senior clinicians. The NT has inherited a long and proud tradition of meeting the healthcare needs of its diverse communities both in rural and remote locations.
Being committed and invested in the Northern Territory affords the opportunity to obtain unparalleled generalist clinical experience and training in acute care, rural and remote primary health, indigenous health and tropical health.
The training delivered in the NT is supported by motivated, passionate welcoming and highly committed medical colleagues, who work in rural multidisciplinary teams as well as in smaller remote health teams that suit the communities they serve.
Come for the adventure and unique experience whilst you gain the knowledge skills and experience that will encourage you to stay and embrace the territory way of life while having the career of your dreams.
Overview
Welcome to the Northern Territory, an exceptional destination not only for its awe-inspiring landscapes and rich cultural experiences but also as a promising career hub for those aspiring to be a Rural Generalist.
NT Health, manages the Northern Territory public health system, operating across five service delivery regions.
With six public hospitals strategically located across the Northern Territory, in Darwin, Palmerston, Alice Springs, Tennant Creek, Katherine, and Gove.
Working in the NT means being part of a network that provides direct care to communities through 39 primary health care centres and 133 clinics/services in 76 remote communities. a number of these are operated by Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services (ACCHS), these facilities emphasise inclusivity and cultural sensitivity.
For more information about NT communities go to the NTG BUSHTEL site
Regions
NT Health extends across 5 regions that make up the Regional Health Services.
Training Locations
The Northern Territory offers diverse and enriching training experiences across all of our regions whether you are a prevocational doctor just starting out on your medical career or a seasoned clinician adding to your skills and knowledge.
Vacancies
In the Northern Territory, a more fulfilling career goes hand-in-hand with a better lifestyle.
Hear from our doctors
Explore insights from our doctors sharing their firsthand experiences and stores from working in the Northern Territory.