For Office Workers

Medical Certificates for Office Workers

Desk job doesn't mean you have time for a GP visit. Get your medical certificate online from your desk or home. Employer policies may vary.

From your desk or home • Online request • Employer policies vary

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Policies vary

Why office workers choose InstantMed

No need to leave the office

Sick enough to stay home but need a cert? Do it from your couch. Or do it from your desk if you're in.

Clear HR handover

A secure PDF with the doctor details, certificate dates, and verification reference HR can review.

Fits your schedule

Lunch break, before work, after work - whenever you have 2 minutes.

How it works

Quick questionnaire

Tell us why you need a certificate. Takes 2 minutes.

2 min

Doctor reviews

An AHPRA-registered doctor assesses your request.

fast review

Certificate delivered

Secure PDF sent to your email. Forward to your manager.

Instant

Quick answers

Will my corporate employer accept it?

Yes. AHPRA-registered doctor certificates are employer policies may vary, including ASX-listed companies and government.

Can I do this from work?

Yes. The form takes 2 minutes. Complete it during a break. Your certificate arrives via email - forward to HR.

How much does a medical certificate cost?

A 1-day certificate is $24.95, 2-day is $29.95, and 3-day is $39.95. Full refund if the doctor declines.

Will HR see my diagnosis?

No. The certificate confirms you were assessed and found unfit for work. It does not include your diagnosis, symptoms, or clinical notes. HR only sees what they need to process your leave.

Can I use this for a mental health day?

Yes. Mental health is covered under personal leave - the same entitlement as physical illness. Your certificate will not specify the nature of your condition.

Can government employers use these certificates as evidence?

Yes, for routine absence evidence where the employer's policy allows it. Commonwealth, state, and local government employers set their own policies for certificates from AHPRA-registered doctors.

Can I get a carer's leave certificate?

Yes. If you need time off to care for an unwell family member or household member, we can issue a carer's leave certificate that supports your leave application.

What if my employer requires a certificate from day one?

Some corporate policies require documentation for any absence. You can submit a request online and receive documentation digitally if approved.

Can I submit the certificate electronically?

Yes. Your certificate is delivered as a secure PDF via email. Forwarding it to HR or uploading it to your leave management system can be used as evidence - no paper copy required.

What happens if the doctor declines my request?

Full refund if the doctor declines. The doctor may recommend you see a GP in person for a more thorough assessment.

What does it cost?

Medical certificates from $24.95 (1 day) or $29.95 (2 days). Scripts from $29.95.