The annual Junior Medical Officer (JMO) campaign for the 2027 clinical year will open on 14 July 2026. Certain specialties begin advertising positions from early May 2026.
To confirm the recruitment dates for positions you're interested in applying for, please check out the campaign dates page.
Click on the link below to view other JMO vacancies that are available outside of this campaign period which offer limited contract periods.
JMO positions with NSW Health are highly sought after and competitive, reflecting the quality of training, clinical variety and professional support on offer across the state.
The clinical year in Australia starts on the first Monday in February each year. For more information visit how to apply or advice for international applicants.
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New South Wales (NSW) is widely regarded as Australia's premier state, offering iconic experiences ranging from the world‑famous Sydney Harbour to pristine national parks and stunning, internationally recognised beaches.Beyond the major cities, rural and regional NSW offers something truly distinctive. Junior doctors working in regional centres and rural communities gain broad clinical exposure, hands‑on experience, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference where they are most needed.
NSW Health can help you become the best doctor you can be.
While the Australian lifestyle speaks for itself, many international junior doctors, known locally as Junior Medical Officers (JMOs), tell us that the professional opportunities at NSW Health are just as compelling. From high‑quality training and supportive supervision to diverse metropolitan, regional and rural career pathways, JMOs consistently describe their time working in NSW as both professionally rewarding and personally enriching.
For more information about where to work and the experiences on offer, please visit choosing a place to work.
To work as a junior doctor in NSW, all applicants must:
