Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme

Start your NSW Health career in rural and remote NSW. Help deliver outcomes that matter most to our communities.

The scheme offers incentives and benefits for health workers choosing to work in rural and remote locations with NSW Health.

Receive up to $20,000 plus other incentives and benefits to kickstart your rural move with us.

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​​Discover rural and remote NSW Health

​Rural and remote life in NSW has so much to offer, these communities rely on NSW Health to bring essential care closer to home. Help make that happen and access a variety of roles, locations and career development opportunities.

Make the most of a wide range of professional experiences, enjoy career growth and support from your leaders and peers. Find your purpose and passion like Dr Randall Greenberg, Director of Critical Care at Dubbo Base Hospital. Learn about Dr Greenburg’s rural adventure that started as a locum doctor to his leading role at Dubbo’s central health precinct.    ​

Hear from our rural staff​​​

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    • ​​​Joining the rural and remote NS​​W Health workforce ​​

    ​There are many benefits to rural and remote living, including a vibrant sense of community, affordable housing options and reduced commuting time. Time seems to slow down and you can spend more time doing the things you enjoy most.​​

    Which roles are eligible for the scheme? 

    ​The scheme is available for participating roles, search NSW Jobs​ and type #ruralhealthincentives into the search bar

    What incentives are available? 

    NSW Health offers incentives and benefits based on location and the difficulty filling the role. Some incentives include but are not limited to: 

    • ​accommodation assistance ​
    • additional leave 
    • computer / internet reimbursement 
    • return airfare home 
    • study assistance. 

    How are incentives paid? 

    NSW Health organisations recruiting for rural and remote roles wi​​ll advise the way an incentive will be processed or paid. 

    NSW Health workers will receive negotiated incentives calculated to a 12-month period. The 12-month period starts from the date the incentive is received.

    What is the application process? 

    There is no formal application process required from health workers for RHWIS. Search NSW Jobs and type #ruralhealthincentives into the search bar for participating roles.     

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    NSW Government support

    ​More information​

    See an incentivised role you like? Discuss potential incentives and benefits you are eligible for by contacting the job posting’s recruitment officer. 

    For general information or advice, please email NSWH-RHWIS@health.nsw.gov.au​.​​​

    Current as at: Wednesday 12 February 2025
    Contact page owner: Workforce Planning and Talent Development