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Jobs in North Island

Q: Where is the work in New Zealand?

There are roles available right across New Zealand. Many (though certainly not all) locum roles are in rural locations and lots of doctors we work with love using this as an opportunity to explore new places. Where the work is also depends on the type of work you’d like to do and what your specialty and experience is. You can search for current roles on our job search page.

Q: Will working as a locum affect my tax status?

Yes, working as a locum means you are essentially a contractor. Your tax structure will be different. In Australia, you will need to provide an Australian Business Number. In New Zealand, you may need to register for GST

Q: Where is the work in Australia?

There are roles available right across Australia. Where the work is depends on your experience and specialty. Many (though certainly not all) locum roles are in rural areas. Overseas-trained doctors are required to work in a rural area of need for a period of time. Lots of doctors we work with love earning extra and exploring the country through locum and permanent placements. You can find out more about our current job listings on the job search page.

Q: What is MCNZ Registration?

To practise medicine in New Zealand you must have Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) Registration.

Q: Are accommodation and travel costs covered?

Yes! Most locum placements offer travel and accommodation arrangements. We can help negotiate this for you. This is usually hospital accommodation or a nice bed and breakfast, and flight or petrol reimbursement.

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Specialist Consultant - Ophthalmology

Wellington, North Island NZ

Start dates are flexible

Posted 7 months ago

Consultant Ophthalmologist (Vitreoretinal) Service: Ophthalmology Service Contract: Permenant, Part time (0.8 FTE) Starting Aug 2026 Salary: As per ASMS SECA About the role This role is to provide acute and elective care to patients with a focus on Vitreoretinal Ophthalmology.

Consultant Ophthalmologist services are provided in both OPD clinic and theatre setting.

Vitreoretinal surgical services are being expanded from 2026.

$180,000 ~ $280,000Base salary

Permanent

Registrar - Anaesthetics

Palmerston North, North Island NZ

Start dates are flexible

Posted 7 months ago

Our client is advertising an opportunity for an Anesthetist to permanently join their team at a public hospital in New Zealand's North Island.

The ideal start date for this position is February 2026.

$90,000 ~ $140,000Base salary

Permanent

Resident Medical Officer - Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Palmerston North, North Island NZ

Start dates are flexible

Posted 7 months ago

Our client is advertising an opportunity for an Obstetrics Gynaecology SHO to permanently join their team at a public hospital in New Zealand's North Island.

The ideal start date for this position is February 2026.

$90,000 ~ $140,000Base salary

Permanent

Registrar - Medicine

Rotorua, North Island NZ

Start dates are flexible

Posted 7 months ago

Our client is advertising an opportunity for a General Medicine Registrar to permanently join their team at a public hospital in New Zealand's North Island.

The cover date for this position is on 20 April 2026.

House Officer Relief

$90,000 ~ $110,000Base salary

Permanent

Registrar - Medicine

Rotorua, North Island NZ

Start dates are flexible

Posted 7 months ago

Our client is advertising an opportunity for a General Medicine Registrar to permanently join their team at a public hospital in New Zealand's North Island.

The cover date for this position is on 4 May 2026.

Relief H+SHO across Medicine, General Surgery, and Orthopaedic

$90,000 ~ $110,000Base salary

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Registrar - Medicine

Palmerston North, North Island NZ

Start dates are flexible

Posted 8 months ago

Our client is advertising an opportunity for a Geriatric Medicine Registrar to permanently join their team at a public hospital in New Zealand's North Island.

The ideal start date for this position is August 2026.

Available on applicationBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - Surgery

Whangarei, North Island NZ

NOW ~ 25 Sep 2026

Posted 8 months ago

Locum cover is required from 16 February - 25 September 2026.

Position Details: Will cover new patient clinics, on call, and elective and acute operations.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$2,000 per dayBase salary

Whakatane, North Island NZ

Start dates are flexible

Posted 8 months ago

General Medical Registrars wanted for Whakatane Hospital Any start date considered Salary as per SECA

$90,000 ~ $140,000Base salary

Permanent

Registrar - Surgery

Tauranga, North Island NZ

Start dates are flexible

Posted 8 months ago

Surgical Registrars wanted for Tauranga Hospital Any availability considered Saral as per SECA

$90,000 ~ $140,000Base salary

Permanent

Whanganui, North Island NZ

Start dates are flexible

Posted 8 months ago

A 138 bed-Care Capacity Demand Management (CCDM) secondary hospital Fixed-term, full-time (1 FTE) role for 6 months A smooth relocation transition is guaranteed About the Role Health New Zealand- Whanganui has an exciting opportunity for a fixed term, full-time (1 FTE) role with a commencement date of January/February 2026 for a period of 6 months.

You would be part of a team of four Orthopaedic Consultants and four Orthopaedic Registrars .

You will provide a high standard of clinical practice and clinical expertise in assessment, investigation, diagnosis and treatment of orthopaedic patients under your care, within the context of serving the population of the Whanganui region.

$180,000 ~ $280,000Base salary

Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Porirua, North Island NZ

Start dates are flexible

Posted 8 months ago

Consultant Dermatologist Wellington, New Zealand The role: Our client would like a full-time consultant dermatologist to join their small, friendly private practice in Wellington, New Zealand.

They are looking for a medical dermatologist with an interest or experience in phototherapy and patch testing would be ideal, as they treat approximately 100 patients a week with narrowband UVB, and provide a courier patch test service and contact dermatitis advisory service to other dermatologists throughout the country.

Their dermatology team is 3.8 FTE dermatologist / phototherapist / dermatology nurse / health care assistants.

$350,000 ~ $450,000Base salary

Permanent

Registrar - Ophthalmology

Camberley, Hastings, North Island NZ

Start dates are flexible

Posted 8 months ago

Our client is advertising an opportunity for an Ophthalmology Registrar to permanently join their team at a public hospital in New Zealand's North Island.

The ideal start date for this position is March/April 2026.

Available on applicationBase salary

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Can I work in New Zealand?

MCNZ (Medical Council of New Zealand) registered doctors have a plethora of opportunities available for them to find both permanent and locum positions. If you are an Australian-trained doctor, you can work in New Zealand by obtaining MCNZ registration, and we are here to support you throughout this process.

For doctors who obtained their primary medical degree overseas, it is beneficial to have a few years of experience in a comparable health system such as the UK or Ireland. Working in New Zealand as an internationally trained doctor involves navigating certain pathways and considering specific restrictions. However, rest assured that we are well-versed in these processes and can guide you accordingly.

To learn more about working as an international doctor in New Zealand, we encourage you to visit our dedicated page for IMGs. There, you will find comprehensive information and resources to aid you in understanding the requirements, pathways, and opportunities available to you. Our goal is to simplify the process and help you embark on a successful medical career in beautiful New Zealand.

Where is the work in New Zealand?

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