It is not unusual for healthcare workers in Ireland to start looking elsewhere for better working conditions, more flexibility, or a clearer path forward. At City Country Health Recruitment, we offer real career options across hospitals, aged care, primary care, and community health in Australia and have been steadily hiring from Ireland for years.
Move Into Healthcare Jobs That Match Your Skills
Nurses
Australia needs nurses across multiple specialties. Irish-trained professionals are highly valued for roles in medical, surgical, aged care, emergency, mental health, and perioperative care. We help you manage the AHPRA registration, prepare documents, and line up interviews that match your background and career plans, whether you’re based in the HSE or a private setting.
Doctors
Irish doctors are eligible to apply via the competent authority pathway. We place GPs, hospital doctors, registrars, and consultants across major cities and regional areas. From your AMC (Australian Medical Council) application to matching with clinics or hospitals that support relocation, we guide you through each part of the process with clear timelines and no guesswork.
Physiotherapists And Occupational Therapists
There’s strong demand for allied health workers across aged care, rehab, NDIS services, and community programs. If you’re based in Ireland and planning to register with AHPRA, the OT Board, or APC, we’re here to guide you through the process. We’ll also connect you with employers seeking rehabilitation professionals who can adapt quickly and thrive within multidisciplinary teams.
Speech Pathologists
We place Irish-trained speech therapists in early intervention centres, public schools, rehab programs, and aged care services. We support you through the Speech Pathology Australia application, explain what is different about caseloads and reporting in Australia, and match you with employers who are ready to support your transition.
Exercise Physiologists
Australia has recognised the long-term role of preventative care, and more EPs are now working across cardiac rehab, diabetes clinics, injury prevention, and community settings. We help Irish-trained professionals secure ESSA recognition and connect with employers who are hiring for permanent or sponsored roles.
Medical Imaging Professionals
CT, ultrasound, general X-ray, and MRI staff are in demand across the board. If you’re currently registered with CORU and working in an HSE facility or private practice, we will help you meet AIR requirements and identify opportunities that suit your subspecialty and availability.
Psychologists And Mental Health Workers
Australia continues to invest in mental health across acute settings, schools, aged care, and outreach programs. If you are an Irish-trained psychologist or mental health worker, we’ll support you through the Psychology Board’s process and connect you with teams where your skills are needed.
Know What to Expect Before You Leave Ireland
Working in a Different System
Australia’s health system has some clear differences, including new electronic records, varied shift structures, and a bigger role for private healthcare. If you are used to the HSE (Health Service Executive), we will help you understand how things work here so you can walk in prepared and not overwhelmed.
Choosing The Right Location
You can choose to work in a large hospital in Sydney or a community clinic in regional Queensland. Each location has its benefits; some offer more pay or faster progression, others offer better work-life balance. We will walk you through what that really looks like in practice.
Handling Registration
AHPRA and other boards need specific documentation and timelines. We help Irish candidates avoid delays by checking their eligibility early and supporting them with each step. From police checks to English evidence to certified copies, we will make sure your file is in shape before it is submitted.
Sorting Out Visas and Paperwork
If you do not hold an Australian passport or a working visa, we connect you with employers who have sponsorship options. That includes public hospitals, aged care groups, and private operators. We will explain which pathway works for you and how long things will take, so you are not left guessing.
How We Work with Irish Professionals?
We ask the right questions up front, like where you want to live, what kind of setting you prefer, and what’s most important in your next role. Then we match you with employers who are set up for international staff and help you prepare for interviews, relocation, and onboarding.
Thinking About Moving from Ireland to Australia?
We have helped professionals from regional towns take up roles across Australia in the fields of hospitals, aged care, clinics, schools, and community settings. We help you:
- Understand how your experience fits local needs
- Navigate AHPRA and professional registrations with fewer delays
- Find employers who support relocation and visa processing
- Make informed decisions about job offers and contracts
- Start working in Australia with the right setup in place
You would not be left wondering what comes next as we walk through it with you.
Why Irish Candidates Choose Us?
We focus on doing things properly because we cannot afford mistakes with registration, timing, or documentation. We give you clear advice, honest feedback, and employer connections that work. If you are ready to take the next step toward working in Australia, we are here to help make that happen the right way.
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