Expression of Interest International Medical Graduate Preparation Program (BRiPREP)

Bendigo Health is in an environment that offers:

• Support for career development
• A strong culture of teaching and learning
• Clinical exposure across multiple specialties

Program Title: Bendigo Health Rural Generalist IMG Prep Program (BRiPREP)

Program Period: 12 weeks full time

Commencing: Scheduled to commence in September 2026

Cost: $12000 AUD (GST Inclusive)

Closing Date for EOI Submission: 30th April 2026

Bendigo Health invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) from suitably qualified International Medical Graduates (IMGs) wishing to participate in the Bendigo Health Rural Generalist IMG Prep Program (BRiPREP) hosted at Bendigo Health and scheduled to commence in September 2026.

This structured bridging program delivered by Bendigo Health is designed to support IMGs to become work-ready for the Australian healthcare system with a strong focus on rural and regional practice in Victoria. The program combines core knowledge modules with a 12-week supervised clinical placement enabling participants to build clinical skills cultural capability and professional readiness in line with Australian standards.

Submission of an Expression of Interest allows Bendigo Health to assess eligibility suitability and cohort demand. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to progress to the formal application and interview stage.

Program Structure

The program comprises both core knowledge modules and a supervised clinical skills and placement component. The core knowledge modules cover the Australian healthcare system healthcare processes and teams cultural awareness patient safety professional roles and responsibilities medical registration and credentialing requirements continuing professional development and sociocultural considerations relevant to clinical practice in Australia.

The core skills and placement components are delivered through a twelve-week supervised placement with Townsville Hospital and Health Services. During this placement the IMG Prep Medical Practitioner rotates through four clinical disciplines and works as part of the healthcare team under AHPRA Level 1 registration or higher. Core skills training includes electronic medical records cultural safety Advanced Life Support ethical practice cultural consulting clinical reasoning intravenous cannulation team-based care recognition and management of the acutely deteriorating patient and other clinically relevant skills.

At the commencement of the program participants will complete a learning needs analysis to identify individual learning priorities and inform placement focus. Throughout the program workplace-based assessments and structured feedback will further refine learning objectives. This process culminates in the development of an individual Professional Development Plan and the awarding of a Certificate of Completion upon successful finalisation of the placement.

Fees and requirements

• The total program fee for the IMG Prep Program is $12000 (GST inclusive).
• Program fees are exclusive of AHPRA registration and related regulatory fees.
• Full payment is required prior to accepting a position in the program.
• No refunds will be provided once payment has been made.
• Completion of the Core Knowledge modules previously where undertaken at a separate cost does not result in a reduction of program fees.
• Participants are responsible for all personal expenses including accommodation during the placement period and transport to and from rostered sites including travel between sites where applicable.

Participants will receive an engagement agreement (this is not an employment contract).

Entry Requirements

• Hold a primary medical degree from a recognised tertiary institution in accordance with the AMC Standard Pathway.
• Have completed an internship of at least one year in clinical practice following primary medical qualification in the country of study.
• Have practiced medicine for a minimum of two years full-time either in Australia or overseas.
• Hold full working rights in Australia including a current visa with appropriate work entitlements.
• Have passed the AMC Part 1 examination.
• Be eligible for or hold Provisional or Limited registration with AHPRA.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills evidenced by high-level English language proficiency with IELTS overall score of 8.0 or above or PTE score of 80 or above (or equivalent).
• Meet recency of practice requirements with clinical practice undertaken within the last two years.
• Be willing to obtain and maintain medical indemnity insurance in Australia prior to commencement of the program.

Application Requirements:

Applications must include the following uploaded documents:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume including referees
• Cover letter
• Proof of identity 3 (certified copies including passport)
• Primary medical degree (certified copy)
• AMC Part 1 certificate and where applicable AMC Part 2 certificate(s)
• English language proficiency evidence (IELTS PTE or equivalent)
• Proof of residence
• Visa status documentation (certified copy)
• Immunisation record

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an online interview. Successful applicants may be waitlisted for future BRiPREP IMG Prep Program cohorts provided their applications remain valid.

Submission of an Expression of Interest application for or completion of this program does not guarantee future employment within Bendigo Health.

Working with Bendigo Health

Bendigo Health are a leader in regional health care combining outstanding services with a strong education training and personal development culture.

Created by our community in the 1850s we have a long proud history of delivering excellent care to our community.

Our organisation is diverse welcoming and committed to delivering our vision of Excellent Care. Every Person Every Time. Bendigo Health has around 5000 staff and a catchment area covering a quarter of the size of Victoria. The three main campuses of Bendigo Health are in Bendigo with many services extended to regional settings including areas such as Mildura Echuca Swan Hill Kyneton and Castlemaine.

Bendigo Region

Bendigo is one of Victorias largest regional cities making it a great city to live and work in. Bendigo provides services for the regions population of over 320000 and so the city offers excellent schools shopping and cultural precincts sporting facilities and various tertiary facilities. We can offer generous flexible working arrangements - giving you more time to enjoy the fantastic restaurants beautiful parks walking trails and wineries within our region.

Interested

If you would like any further information please direct questions to Rex Prabhu Chief Medical Officer via email:

Diversity and Inclusion

Bendigo Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and social inclusion and encourage people from a diverse cultural background people with disabilities and or Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.