Medicals for your new job.
Pre-employment medicals for new jobs across Muswellbrook, Scone and the Upper Hunter, including mining, construction and transport roles. A private fee applies, and reception will give you the cost before you book.
Good to know before you book.
Bring the forms
Bring your employer's forms, photo ID, and glasses or hearing aids if you use them.
Tell reception exactly what is needed.
Book a medical (opens HotDoc in a new tab)A private fee applies
Medicals for employers are not covered by Medicare.
Some employers pay directly; check with yours.
Call for a quoteBook enough time
Some medicals include several tests and take longer.
Reception will book the right time.
Call to book: (02) 6543 8424Fasting or samples?
Some employers need a urine sample or other tests. Check the forms.
Reception can tell you what to expect.
What is involved
Find the care that fits.
Choose a topic to see what is involved, the questions people ask most, and how to book.
Every employer is different.
A pre-employment medical may include your health history, blood pressure, height and weight, vision and hearing checks, a physical examination, urine testing, and sometimes spirometry or other tests, depending on what your employer asks for.
Mining, construction and transport roles often have specific requirements, so bring all the paperwork.
- Book a pre-employment medical
- Talk it through with your GP
- Tests, treatment or referral if needed
- Follow-up and review
How long does it take?
It depends on the tests required. Tell reception what is needed when you book.
Will my employer see my results?
Your employer receives the information their form asks for, with your consent.
No surprises.
Pre-employment medicals are not covered by Medicare, so a private fee applies. The cost depends on what is involved. Reception will give you the cost before you book, and some employers pay directly.
Bring photo ID; the medical cannot be completed without it.
- Call for a quote
- Talk it through with your GP
- Tests, treatment or referral if needed
- Follow-up and review
Can my employer pay directly?
Sometimes. Check with your employer and let reception know.
Is there a Medicare rebate?
No.
The numbers worth knowing.
Key facts about screening and care, at a glance.
What is due at your age?
Australia's screening programs start at different ages and run on different timeframes. Move the slider to see what generally applies.
40years
General information about Australian programs, not a personal plan. Talk it through with your GP.
Everyone involved, around you.
Your care can involve more than one person. Choose a part of your care team to see how it fits together.
Your GPs.
Any of our GPs can help. These GPs list related areas among their interests. All are bulk billing GPs for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.
Emergency medicine background, skin cancer checks, chronic disease and minor procedures.
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Book with this GP (opens HotDoc in a new tab)Acute and chronic disease management, and skin checks.
Book with this GP (opens HotDoc in a new tab)Chronic disease, skin health, and women's, men's and children's health.
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Make the most of your appointment.
A little preparation gives you and your GP more time for what matters to you.
What to bring
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What your care will cost.
GP consultations are bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card. Where a fee applies, reception will tell you before your appointment.
Private fee
Private services
Pre-employment medicals. Quoted before you book; some employers pay directly.
Set by the provider
Other providers
Any external tests required by your employer.
Bulk billed
GP consultations
Ordinary GP consultations for your health, for eligible patients.
If things change between visits.
- Getting worse?(02) 6543 8424Call reception and tell them things have changed, so you can be seen at the right time.
- When we are closed1800 022 222healthdirect, for health advice any time of day or night. Poisons Information Centre is on 13 11 26.
- In an emergency000Bleeding after a procedure that does not stop with 15 minutes of firm pressure. The nearest emergency departments are at Muswellbrook and Scone hospitals.
Signs that need urgent help
- Bleeding after a procedure that does not stop with 15 minutes of firm pressure
- Spreading redness, swelling, pus or fever around a wound or procedure site
- Chest pain, fainting or sudden breathlessness
- A severe allergic reaction: swelling of the face or tongue, or trouble breathing
Pre-employment medicals questions, answered.
If yours is not here, call (02) 6543 8424 and reception will help.
Is it bulk billed?
No. Pre-employment medicals are not covered by Medicare, so a private fee applies. Reception will give you the cost before you book.
Is a pre-employment medical bulk billed?
No. A private fee applies, quoted before you book.
What should I bring?
Your employer's forms, photo ID, and glasses or hearing aids if you use them.
Do you do mining medicals?
Bring your employer's requirements when you book and reception will confirm what can be done here.
Are you accepting new patients?
Yes. Aberdeen Surgery is currently accepting new patients. Book online any hour through HotDoc or call (02) 6543 8424.
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This page is general health information. It is not advice about your own situation and does not replace a consultation with your doctor. In an emergency, call 000.
Pre-employment medicals, close to home.
Book online any hour, or call reception from 8:00am, Monday to Friday. Bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.