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Why people get Carer's Leave Certificates with updoc

100% online from wherever you need. Even rural Australia!

Saves time calling around for an appointment, and travelling to and from the clinic. Not to mention skipping the waiting room

Carer's Leave Requests are reviewed within 60 minutes (on average)

Signed by registered Australian doctors

No appointment needed!

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How does updoc work?

Step 1: Complete a quick online form

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Complete a quick questionnaire - most people tell us it only takes a few minutes

Step 2: A Partner Doctor reviews

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Your registered Australian Partner Doctor will review your medical certificate request

Step 3: Receive Medical Certificate

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If approved, and suitable, get your online medical certificate delivered straight to your inbox

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find a doctor near me?

You don’t have to. With Updoc, you can consult with an AHPRA-registered Partner Doctor from anywhere in Australia. Our online medical certificates are provided via a telehealth consult. Although ‘tele’ is in the name, all you need to do is complete a quick questionnaire, and a Partner Doctor will review your request and contact you with any follow up questions. It’s simple and convenient.

Who Can Get A Carer's Leave Certificate?

A person can get a Carer's Leave Certificate if they had to take leave in order to provide support or care to an immediate family member or household member. All employees except casual employees are entitled to paid sick and carer’s leave.

What Is A Carer's Leave Certificate?

A carer's certificate is a document issued by a doctor that confirms you were caring for an unwell family or household member.

Is carer's leave different to sick leave?

Carer’s leave is where an employee can take paid leave in order to care for or support a member of their immediate family, household member who is sick, injured, or had an emergency. Alternatively, sick leave is when an employee takes paid leave because they are unable to work because of personal illness or injury. All employees except casual employees are entitled to paid sick and carer’s leave.

Can I book a doctor’s appointment online?

Yes - you can request an online appointment with Updoc. With Updoc, you will be connected with an AHPRA-Registered Partner Doctor.

What is Updoc?

Updoc is a secure, online digital healthcare platform that facilitates consultations between users and AHPRA-Registered Partner Practitioners. With Updoc, users are able to request a consult 24/7 from anywhere in Australia. Partner Practitioners consult with users, and if they deem suitable – are able to provide medical certificates, prescriptions, referral letters, medical advice, and more.

What are your hours of operation?

Partner Doctors are online 24/7 to help with your healthcare needs!

When will I receive my call from my Partner Doctor?

In most cases, you’ll receive a call from your Partner Practitioner within an hour of making a request. However, keep in mind Partner Practitioners are online 24/7 and demand fluctuates. So, if a Partner Practitioner doesn’t get to you on the day, you’ll get a call the following day.

When will I receive an outcome from my consultation?

Partner Practitioners usually review requests within an hour. However, keep in mind that demand fluctuates. So, if a Partner Practitioner doesn’t get to you on the day, you may get a call the following day.

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