Can I get a medical certificate after hours with Hola?

Yes. Hola Health is a 24-hour service offering online medical certificates when you’re sick on a weekend, public holiday, or late at night. That is all 7 days a week, round the clock, all while ensuring the certificate is valid and accepted.

A medical certificate is needed if you take sick leave on a weekday. Many employers require a doctor’s certificate if you call in sick on a Monday (since it’s adjacent to the weekend) or for multiple days off in a row. For example, if you come down with the flu on a Sunday and can’t work on Monday, your employer may ask for evidence. That's where Hola medical certificate service helps, with doctors available to provide medical certificates online 24/7.

How to get a medical certificate after hours?

With Hola, you will typically start by filling out an online form for a single-day medical certificate. A text-based consultation is needed for a single-day certificate. For multiple days, you will need to speak with a doctor or nurse practitioner who will assess your symptoms and medical history. If the provider determines you need one, a digital certificate can be sent to your email or phone.  

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What if I can’t see a doctor on the weekend?

Due to restricted clinic hours and days in Australia, seeing a doctor in person on the weekend is a hassle. There are limited options, like ED or pharmacists, for getting a medical certificate. For example, EDs are generally for serious conditions, and Pharmacists can only certify conditions they can reasonably assess in the pharmacy setting. They can issue certificates for a range of self-limiting ailments requiring short absences from work​. Examples include mild cold, flu, headaches or gastro conditions.

Trusted telehealth providers like Hola Health bridge this gap and are available 24/7, including weekends, to request a medical certificate online. Same as traditional ones, Hola medical certificates are valid and easily accepted. Thousands of Australians now use online GP services for sick leave evidence, and it’s supported by the legal framework​. 

How Hola Health GP medical certificates help?

• Time-efficient – No need for travel.  
• Accessible – Beneficial for those in remote locations or with mobility challenges.  
• Availability – Can be requested at any time or day.  
• Convenient – Can be scheduled during breaks or from home.  
• Quick turnaround – Frequently issued within minutes following the approval from an AHPRA-registered practitioner.  
• Valid - Contains the necessary details just like any other certificate.
• Legit - Only issued by a practitioner who is registered with AHPRA (e.g. a licensed Australian doctor or nurse practitioner)​

Do I have to pay for an after-hours online doctor’s certificate?

Yes. There is a nominal fee for a doctor's certificate online. Bulk-billing is not applicable for medical certificate requests via telehealth. With Hola, you can request a medical certificate starting from $14.90. The prices are marked upfront, with no hidden fees at checkout.

Tips for smooth after-hours medical requests

• Act early. Don't wait days or hours to request. Use the 24/7 telehealth service of Hola to get the certificate dated correctly and to inform your employer promptly.
• Choose a quiet place for the consult. If doing a video call with an online doctor, sit in a quiet room with good lighting so the doctor can see and hear you well.
• Be honest. Clearly explain your symptoms and how they affect your ability to work or study. This helps the doctor make an informed decision. It will also help them to assess and document your certificate appropriately (e.g. how many days off you need).

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