Health careers in Western Australia
The Department of Health offers a diverse range of career opportunities for individuals passionate about contributing to the health and wellbeing of the community. As one of the largest employers in the state, the Department plays a critical role in delivering high-quality healthcare services, shaping public health policy, and driving innovation across the health sector. Whether you're a clinician, administrator, policy officer, researcher, or IT specialist, there are pathways to make a meaningful impact.
Working with the Department means joining a workforce committed to equity, inclusion, and excellence. Careers span metropolitan, regional, and remote locations, providing a unique opportunity to support the health needs of diverse populations.Employees benefit from flexible work arrangements, career progression, and access to a range of support services aimed at promoting employee wellbeing and work-life balance.
Explore your potential and join a team dedicated to improving the health of all Western Australians through innovation, compassion, and excellence in service delivery.
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For more information email doh.belong@health.wa.gov.au
Compulsory screening
The Working with Children (WWC) Check is a compulsory screening strategy for people engaging in child-related work in WA. Applicants need to provide a completed and signed WWC Application Form, the required fee, and 100 points of identification. The WWC Card expires after three years and must be renewed before the expiry date.
Our Health Service Providers
WA Health consists of the Department of Health and seven Health Service Providers (HSPs) that service different parts of the state, these include:
As System Manager, the Department of Health is responsible for the overall strategic management, performance, and strategic direction of the WA Health system.
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Making the move
Western Australia's Guide to Skilled Migration (external site) contains information and links to additional resources in relation to migration pathways, advice, and support services.
The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and the National Boards work to ensure that Australia’s registered health practitioners are suitably trained, qualified and safe to practise. If you are an international medical graduate, determine which type of registration and pathway you are eligible to apply for (external site).
If you plan to bring your partner or family (external site) to reside in Australia on a temporary or permanent basis, the Department of Home Affairs covers your options based on whether you are a visa holder or not, and if you are a visa holder, which visa you have.
Essential services
Working in Australia, you are required to have a tax file number (TFN) which serves as a personal reference number for tax and superannuation purposes. You can apply for a TFN (external site) for free either online or by paper depending on your circumstances and residency status. If you do not have a valid visa, you cannot apply for a TFN.
MyGov allows you to access government services from one place and is available through secure online access or the official Australian Government app (external site). You create a MyGov account (external site) through their website, then select the services you would like to link to your account. Services include but are not limited to:
- Australian Taxation Office
- Centrelink
- Individual Healthcare Identifiers Service
- Medicare
- My Health Record
- National Cancer Screening Register
- National Disability Insurance Scheme
- Workforce Australia
Cultivating community
Settling into life in a new place, it is important to have resources and spaces to establish a sense of belonging. Some resources and services that support migrants and thriving WA communities include:
- The Office of Multicultural Interests (external site) has the contact details for several ethnic community groups and organisations as well as services that assist new migrants, offering the opportunity to connect with people that have similar backgrounds and experiences moving to a WA and integrating into a new community.
- Multicultural Futures (external site) works to support an inclusive Australian society by offering services and support for settlement and community engagement as well as mental health and wellbeing.
- Playgroup WA (external site) is a resource for families with children aged 0 to 5 that offers several programs and services to connect parents and their young children with others as an opportunity to meet, interact, and play including community playgroups, supported playgroup services, intergenerational activities, school-based playgroups, and mother-baby nurture groups based on your location.
- Your WA Local Government Authority (external site) has an interactive tool to find sports, swimming, barbeques, playgrounds, beaches (and pet friendly beaches), art centres, public libraries, and more!
- The Department of Local Government Sport and Cultural Industries (external site) offers events, insights, training, and networking opportunities to engage in coordinated community activities, volunteering, and community sporting organisations.
Last reviewed: 04-06-2025