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​Register and submit your application

Register your facility and obtain log-in credentials. Once registered, complete you application in the Area of Need portal.

If you have any questions about your application, please contact the team on MOH-AON@health.nsw.gov.au

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​​​Application process

  1. Verify eligibility: Use the Workforce locator tool​ to ensure your facility qualifies. 
  2. Register: obtain log in credentials and set up your facility. 
  3. Complete application: Complete application in the Area of Need portal.  
  4. Submit for assessment: Submit your completed application to the NSW Ministry of Health (assessment takes approximately 15 working days).​
  5. Outcome: If approved, you will receive an Area of Need certificate for supporting recruitment of an eligible overseas-trained doctor. 

Making an Area of Need application   

Only employers or recruitment agencies can make an application for an Area of Need position via the Area of Need portal.   

Recruitment agencies are to provide the name and email address of the practice that they will be making an application on behalf of.    ​

Extending an ​​Area of Need ​​certificate 

To extend an Area of Need certificate, submit your application at least 60 days before the current certificate's expiration. It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure timely submission. 

If you are requesting an extension, you must meet all Essential criteria, similar to a new application.  

The position’s current status (filled or vacant) does not affect the evaluation, as each extension request is assessed independently.

Complete your extension application via NSW Health Application P​orta​l​.​​

Current as at: Wednesday 4 December 2024
Contact page owner: Workforce Planning and Talent Development