Placement Immunisation Clinic

All vaccinations require an initial appointment with a doctor. In some cases, a serology (blood test) may be required before vaccination; if so, your doctor will order the test and you will need to book a follow-up appointment to review the results.

All vaccines incur a fee payable on the day of your appointment. International students will be provided with an invoice by reception to submit to their insurance provider. Please check directly with your insurer to confirm whether your policy covers vaccinations.

Please note that placement-related forms, including Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) forms, are not considered urgent or emergency appointments. If you require forms or initial serology to be completed by a specific date and we do not have appointments available within your timeframe, you will need to seek another general practitioner in your area. All Australian GPs are able to complete VPD forms. Find a local GP in your area via Find a GP (General Practitioner) | HealthShare.

Students doing placements at QLD Health facilities are encouraged to review the Preparing for your clinical placement website to review their obligations before starting placement.

Required forms

Students must print the appropriate VPD form and bring it to their appointment. Reception cannot provide printing services prior to appointments, so ensure you bring the correct version of your VPD form.

VPD Forms
Hepatitis B Vaccines
Other Disclosure forms
Tuberculosis Risk Assessment Form for Students

Students completing placements at QLD Health facilities are required to complete the Tuberculosis Risk Assessment Form for STUDENTS.

If directed to do so, please book an appointment with a GP to organise TB Testing.

Vaccination Costs

All vaccines are subject to an up-front cost unless you are eligible for a free vaccine. Your doctor will be able to advise whether you meet the eligibility criteria for any free vaccinations.

International students are encouraged to check their insurance policy to confirm whether vaccinations are covered. A receipt will be issued once payment has been made.

Please click here for the list of our vaccines and their costs. 

Previous Vaccinations / Medical History

If you have any medical records, including proof of vaccination, we strongly encourage you to bring these with you to your appointment. If your records are not in English, please arrange for a formal translation to ensure our General Practitioners are able to review and interpret them accurately.

For domestic patients, you can request a copy of your records from your previous clinic or fill in a 'request for medical records form'.
Clinical staff may also be able to access your immunisation record via the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR). Our clinical staff will always seek your permission before accessing your records. If you have any questons regarding your records, please call 3138 3161 and ask to speak to a Practice Nurse.

Please click here for the transfer of medical records form (this form is not valid for international records)

Follow Up Doses of Vaccines

If your doctor has already prescribed a course of vaccinations (such as Hepatitis B, MMR, etc.) and you are attending for a second or subsequent dose, an appointment with your doctor is not required. You are welcome to attend the clinic to see our practice nurses between 8:30 am–12:00 pm and 1:00 pm–3:30 pm, Monday to Friday. Depending on nurse availability, you may be asked to return at another time.

If you are unsure when your next dose is due, or whether an additional dose is required, please contact the clinic on 3138 3161 and request to speak with a nurse. Alternatively, you are welcome to attend the clinic in person to discuss this with a nurse.

Statutory Declarations

In some circumstances, you may be required to complete a statutory declaration. This can be witnessed by a General Practitioner (GP) or Registered Nurse (RN).

Before your appointment, print the statutory declaration, complete your personal details and clearly state the reason for the declaration. Do not sign the form beforehand, as your signature must be witnessed in person by the GP or RN. Reception is unable to print blank or partially completed declarations that have been emailed to the clinic. It is your responsibility to print the declaration and bring it with you to your appointment.

Our clinic does not complete digital declarations. All declarations must be completed in person.

You will also need to bring:

  • Valid photo identification, such as a driver licence or passport. Student identification cards cannot be accepted.
  • A document confirming your residential address, such as a driver licence, utility bill, bank statement or phone bill.

Forms

Mask Fit Testing

All students are required to have respiratory mask fit testing prior to attending placement in a hospital or any QLD Health facility.

Please refer to QUT Medical Centre - Mask Fit Testing for more information on booking an appointment.