Basic Physician Training
Advance Your Medical Career with the Basic Physician Training (BPT) Program
The Basic Physician Training (BPT) program offers a dynamic and comprehensive three-year journey guided by the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP). This foundational program serves as your gateway to advanced training, providing you with the essential skills and knowledge to excel in your medical career. Upon completion, you'll be well-prepared for a variety of career opportunities, including specialized training programs.
Adult Internal Medicine
Western Australian (WA) Adult Medicine Basic Physician Training (BPT) Network Committee oversees the selection into Basic Physician training in WA. BPT in Adult Internal Medicine (AIM) is offered through the following four WA networks
Adult BPT Network
- Fiona Stanley Hospital – South Network
- Royal Perth Hospital – East Network
- Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital – North Network
- Rural Network - WA Rural Physician Training Pathway
Apply Now for 2026
Interested in a position in the North, South or East Network? Ensure your eligibility now by applying through the current recruitment round.
Applications are now open for 2026 Resident Medical Officer (RMO) and Service Medical Registrar (SMR) roles.
2026 Annual RMO & SMR Recruitment
Rural Network
WA Rural Physician Training Pathway
We are pleased to announce the official launch of the WA Rural Physician Training Pathway for the 2026 intake. The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) operates as an accredited training network and benefits from a Royal Australasian College of Physicians Level 1 training time exemption for trainees on the WA Rural Physician Training Pathway.
This allows trainees to complete up to 24 months of their BPT in WACHS Level 1 accredited training settings, with supported transition into a Level 3 training setting to meet the RACP training requirements.
This new pathway offers a unique opportunity for trainees seeking a diverse clinical experience and a career in rural or regional medicine.
Application Guide
Accredited WACHS training settings include:
- Albany Health Campus
- Broome Health Campus
- Geraldton Hospital
- Kalgoorlie Health Campus
- Bunbury Regional Hospital
Key Information
- Separate Application: The WA Rural Physician Training Pathway has an independent application process, separate from the centralised process for the East, North, and South Networks.
- Earlier Opening: Applications for the WA Rural Pathway open earlier in the year.
Eligibility:
- Applicants must have 2+ years of postgraduate clinical experience in Australia (or equivalent) to apply for BPT.
- To apply for BPT with East, North, and South Networks, you must first secure employment as a Resident Medical Officer (RMO) or Service Medical Registrar (SMR) at your preferred network hospital.
- To apply for WA Rural Physician Training Pathway, Candidates are just required to apply to the RMO or SMR pool at an accredited WACHS site (training placement remains contingent on successfully securing employment).
Continuing Trainees
Already training and want to stay within the same network?
If you're eligible for the shortened application process, you'll receive an email with instructions on how to submit your simplified application for the 2026 intake.
Please ensure you have secured employment as a Resident Medical Officer (RMO) or Service Medical Registrar (SMR) at your preferred network hospital.
2026 Application Dates
WA Rural Physician Training Pathway: Opens Monday, 23 June 2025
East, North and South Network 2026 intake: Opens Monday, 1 September 2025
RACP
Western Australia AIM | Entry into Basic Training
WA RACP Member Support Office:
- Tel: 08 6382 0823
- RACP - Contact us
- RACP - Regional offices
- RACP website (external site)
