Doctors note for work — Questions Answered by Dr Walia

Answered by Dr Rupinder Singh Walia (FRACGP, AHPRA MED0001647256) — 28 years of clinical experience. Every DoctorsNote certificate is reviewed and signed by this named, verifiable GP.

Can I get a doctors note for work online in Australia?

Yes. In Australia you can request a doctors note for work online through DoctorsNote for a flat $14.95 flat, covering 1-2 days. It is reviewed by an AHPRA-registered GP within 24 hours and issued only if clinically appropriate. The certificate is delivered by email and is valid Australia-wide under the Fair Work Act 2009.

How much does a medical certificate for work cost?

A medical certificate for work through DoctorsNote costs a flat $14.95 flat, covering 1-2 days of leave. The request is reviewed by an AHPRA-registered GP within 24 hours and issued only if clinically appropriate. There are no extra or hidden fees; the certificate is delivered by email.

Who reviews the doctors note for work at DoctorsNote?

Your doctors note for work is reviewed by Dr Rupinder Singh Walia (FRACGP, AHPRA MED0001647256), a GP with 28 years of clinical experience. He reviews each request within 24 hours and issues a certificate only if clinically appropriate. This ensures every certificate meets professional medical standards before being delivered to you.

Is an online work medical certificate valid under the Fair Work Act?

Yes. A work medical certificate from DoctorsNote is valid Australia-wide under the Fair Work Act 2009. It is issued by an AHPRA-registered GP and includes a QR code and reference number that employers can verify. Employers can confirm authenticity through the verification page at /verify/.

How long does it take to get a doctors certificate for work online?

DoctorsNote requests are reviewed by an AHPRA-registered GP within 24 hours. A doctors certificate for work is issued only if clinically appropriate and then delivered to you by email. Delivery is by email only; there is no SMS option.

Can a work medical certificate be backdated to cover yesterday?

No. DoctorsNote does not backdate certificates. A work medical certificate reflects the date the AHPRA-registered GP reviews your request and is issued only if clinically appropriate. This keeps every certificate accurate and verifiable for your employer under the Fair Work Act 2009.

How can my employer verify my online doctors note for work?

Each DoctorsNote certificate includes a QR code and a unique reference number. Your employer can verify a doctors note for work by scanning the QR code or entering the reference at the /verify/ page. This confirms the certificate is genuine and was issued by an AHPRA-registered GP.

Need one now? Apply for your doctors note for work — reviewed by Dr Walia within 24 hours, $14.95 flat, QR-verifiable.

Just need cover for a day or two off work? You can get a sick note for work reviewed by an AHPRA-registered GP.

You can also apply for a online medical certificate reviewed by Dr Walia (AHPRA-registered GP) – $14.95 flat, up to 2 days leave.