Medical Receptionist Salary in Perth (2026)

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Medical Receptionists in Perth earn a median salary of $61,750 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $54,670 and $74,100. That sits 38% below Perth's all-roles median of $100,000. Figures are based on 56 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Perth in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 16% of roles by listing volume in Perth ↑ +17 listings vs last month
💰 Medical Receptionist · Perth
ADVERTISED RANGE
$54,670 – $74,100
Median: $61,750
Apr $62k
May $61k
→ Stable

Based on 2-month data — short-term movement only.

Mid level $54,472 – $73,507
Overall $54k–$74k Mid $54k–$73k $52k $57k $62k $66k $71k $76k
Moderate confidence 56 listings (+17 vs last month) · 01/06/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from advertised employer bands on Seek.com.au. Figures represent what employers publicly advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

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Understanding the Perth Market

Medical Receptionists in Perth earned $61,750 at the median in May, down $494 from April, with 56 listings (up 17). The strong volume increase reflects Perth's healthcare sector growth, but the marginal median decline suggests the additional listings skew toward entry-level roles. At 38.2% below Perth's all-roles median, this is one of the largest city-median gaps in the dataset, reflecting the outsized influence of the resources sector in lifting Perth's overall wage benchmark.

Take Home Pay (based on median $61,750)

Weekly (net)
~$963
Monthly (net)
~$4,171
Annual (net)
~$50,053
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $68,851

Take-home calculated using 2025-26 ATO tax rates, no HECS debt, full Australian residency. Total package adds 11.5% superannuation to base salary. Adjust for your situation →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good starting salary for a junior Medical Receptionist in Perth?
Medical Receptionists starting in Perth earn around $54,472 at the p10. The resources sector dominates Perth's wage floor in most occupations, but healthcare receptionists are largely insulated from that premium: their roles sit in award-rate frameworks aligned to healthcare rather than mining enterprise agreements. Reaching $61,750 typically takes two to three years of clinical reception experience.
Is $61,750 a good salary in Perth?
Marginally, given Perth's cost context. At $61,750, a Medical Receptionist earns 38.2% below Perth's all-roles median. Perth's cost of living is moderate, which softens the financial impact relative to Sydney, but the gap from the city median is significant. This is a role where career development and job security matter more than the salary itself.
How much does a Senior Medical Receptionist make in Perth?
Experienced Medical Receptionists in Perth reach $73,507 at the p90. These roles tend to be in specialist rooms or aged care facilities with complex billing, triage coordination, and patient flow responsibilities. Moving into a Practice Manager or Healthcare Administration role is the natural progression, with manager salaries in Perth typically starting at $80,000.

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Medical Receptionist salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Perth
Perth (this page) $61,750 —
Adelaide $65,000 +5%
Brisbane $64,610 +5%
Sydney $64,220 +4%
Melbourne $61,256 ~same

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