Altural Clinical
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 12 July 2026
This Privacy Policy applies to Altura Clinical ("Altura Clinical," "we," "us," or "our").
Headings in this policy are for convenience only and do not affect its interpretation. Unless the context otherwise requires, the singular includes the plural, and references to any gender include all genders.
PROTECTING YOUR PRIVACY
At Altura Clinical, we understand the importance of protecting your personal information. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and comply with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) outlined in the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and other applicable privacy laws.
Where applicable, we may also rely on exemptions under the Privacy Act, such as the related bodies corporate exemption and the employee records exemption, when handling personal information.
This Privacy Policy outlines the principles we follow when handling personal information, particularly for healthcare professionals, clinical candidates, and employer organisations engaging with our recruitment services.
If you have any concerns or objections regarding this Privacy Policy, we kindly advise you not to use our website or submit any personal information, including your resume or CV.
INFORMATION WE COLLECT
Altura Clinical typically collects the following types of personal information when you engage with us via our website, submit your CV, or interact with our team:
Your full name (including any pseudonyms used)
Address and contact details
Employment and clinical practice history
Skills, qualifications, specialist training, and professional experience
Clinical registration details including AHPRA registration number and status
Visa status, work rights, and country of qualification
Career aspirations, location preferences, and availability
Bank account details, Tax File Number (TFN), and superannuation details (where applicable)
Referee and interview feedback
Information required for criminal history, background, or professional checks
Proof of your right to work in specific jurisdictions
Any other information supplied in your CV, identity documents, or during communications with our team
For healthcare professionals relocating to Australia, we may also collect information relating to:
AMC examination results and pathway status
DPA zone eligibility and provider number details
Visa subclass and sponsorship arrangements
English language proficiency results where applicable
You may choose not to provide some personal information; however, this may limit our ability to deliver recruitment services to you.
COLLECTION OF PERSONAL AND SENSITIVE INFORMATION
We collect personal information directly from you through:
Accessing our website or digital platforms
CV and resume submissions
Completing registration or enquiry forms
Subscribing to our updates or clinical insights
Communication via phone, email, or in person with an Altura Clinical representative
To verify your identity and clinical credentials, we may request copies of identification and registration documents such as passports, visas, AHPRA certificates, or driver's licences as required for recruitment purposes.
We may also collect personal information from third-party sources, including:
Referees during reference checks
Publicly available information including professional profiles and social media
Results from background checks, criminal record checks, or competency assessments
Prior employers, medical practices, hospitals, or health networks
Professional associations, registration bodies, or regulatory authorities including AHPRA and AMC
Details relating to insurance claims, workplace incidents, or disciplinary matters
Information obtained from third parties will be included in our records only when necessary for recruitment and placement services.
We may also be legally obliged to collect and disclose personal information to government departments or agencies where required by law.
USE AND DISCLOSURE OF YOUR INFORMATION
Your personal information may be shared with:
GP clinics, imaging providers, hospitals, health networks, and other healthcare organisations seeking to fill clinical roles
Altura Clinical staff involved in recruitment and candidate placement processes
Referees nominated by you
Third-party service providers assisting with background checks, registration verification, software platforms, and related services
Relevant regulatory or professional bodies where required
Your information may also be disclosed to overseas organisations if required for international recruitment assignments, including in connection with GP relocation from the United Kingdom or Ireland to Australia.
We will not share your personal information with a prospective employer without your knowledge and consent.
ACCESS AND CORRECTION OF YOUR INFORMATION
We rely on the accuracy of the information you provide. You have the right, as permitted by law, to access, update, correct, or request the deletion of your personal information held by Altura Clinical.
To exercise these rights, or if you have any concerns regarding your personal data, please contact us at hello@alturatalent.com.au.
Please note that certain legal and administrative obligations may require us to retain specific data for a period of time.
SECURITY OF YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from misuse, interference, loss, unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure. Your information is stored securely in both digital and physical formats, with access restricted to authorised personnel.
Given the sensitive nature of clinical and medical information, we apply particular care to the storage and handling of healthcare-related personal data.
While we strive to safeguard your information, please note that transmitting data over the internet carries inherent risks and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
CONSENT
By submitting your personal information to us, you consent to its collection, use, and disclosure as described in this Privacy Policy.
For candidates engaging with our international GP relocation services, consent extends to the sharing of relevant information with Australian immigration and registration authorities where required as part of the relocation and credentialling process.
CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
Altura Clinical may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The most current version will always be available at alturaclinical.com. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed of any changes. We will not provide individual notifications of updates.
CONTACT US
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:
Altura Clinical
Email: info@alturaclinical.com
Website: www.alturaclinical.com