Medical Practitioner Certificate
Need a sick leave certificate for work?
Apply online through Dociva's secure process. Your request is reviewed by an AHPRA registered medical practitioner, and approved sick leave certificates are sent electronically.
Complete your request online and receive an outcome after review by an Australian registered medical practitioner.
Simple online request
Complete your sick leave certificate request online without needing to visit a clinic in person for a straightforward matter.
Secure submission
Your information is submitted through Dociva's secure online process for practitioner review.
Clear outcome
If your request is approved, your sick leave certificate is sent electronically.
Sick Leave Certificate Online
A sick leave certificate may be used when you are unwell or injured and need evidence to support time away from work.
Many Australian employers can ask employees to provide evidence for sick leave. This evidence should satisfy a reasonable person that the leave was taken because the employee was not fit for work due to illness or injury.
Dociva helps Australians request a sick leave certificate online through a secure process, with review by an Australian registered medical practitioner.
Illness Or Injury
For situations where you are unwell or injured and need evidence for personal sick leave.
Workplace Evidence
For employees who need to provide supporting evidence to their employer.
Single-Day Requests
For straightforward sick leave requests where evidence is needed for a specific day of absence.
Online Review
Your request is reviewed online by an Australian registered medical practitioner before an outcome is provided.
How It Works
Start Online
Begin your sick leave certificate request through Dociva's online form.
Provide Details
Provide accurate information about your illness, injury and requested certificate date.
Practitioner Review
Your request is reviewed by an Australian registered medical practitioner.
Receive Outcome
If approved, your certificate is sent electronically.
Important: Medical certificates are issued after review by an Australian registered medical practitioner. Dociva does not issue backdated certificates. If this is an emergency, call 000. If you are seriously unwell or need urgent assistance, seek immediate medical care.
Why Choose Dociva?
| Features | Dociva | Medical Certificate in Clinics |
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| Are they certified? | ||
| Are they legal? | ||
| Are they valid? | ||
| Accepted by employers, schools, universities? | ||
| Available anytime | ||
| Cost effective | ||
| Reduced wait time | ||
| Reduced exposure to illness |
Sick Leave And Workplace Evidence
Sick leave is part of personal leave under Australian workplace rules. Employers may ask for evidence, including for short absences.
Workplace requirements can differ depending on your employer, award, enterprise agreement or internal policy. You should check your workplace requirements before applying.
A sick leave certificate usually confirms a relevant date or period where a person was not fit for work due to illness or injury.
Medical Certificates
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Sick Leave Certificate
Choose this option if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, including mental health issues or stress.
Available for $16.90
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Carer's Leave Certificate
Choose this option if you are unable to attend work because you need to care for a family member or someone in your household.
Available for $16.90
Apply NowFrequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes. You can complete a sick leave certificate request online through Dociva. Your request is reviewed by an Australian registered medical practitioner before an outcome is provided.
Yes, sick leave certificates are commonly used as workplace evidence. Employer requirements can vary, so check your workplace policy if you are unsure.
No. Dociva does not issue backdated medical certificates.
No. Medical certificates are issued after practitioner review where clinically appropriate.
