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Specialist Consultant - Radiology

Invercargill, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 14 Dec 2026
Posted 2 months ago
Locum cover is required ASAP - ongoing.
Position Details: Any dates considered.
Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$1,800 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Invercargill, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 14 Dec 2026
Posted a month ago
Locum cover is required ASAP - ongoing.
Position Details: Any dates or periods of work are considered.
Particular weeks of need: 23 - 29 Nov 2026 and 08 Feb - 21 March 2027.
$200 per hourBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Anaesthetics

Invercargill, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 31 Dec 2026
Posted 11 days ago
Locum cover is required ASAP - ongoing.
Position Details: Any dates or periods of work are considered.
Particular weeks of need: 14 - 18 September and 05 - 9 October.
$2,000 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Surgery

Invercargill, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 14 Dec 2026
Posted 10 days ago
Locum cover is required ASAP - ongoing.
Position Details: Any dates or periods of work considered.
Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$2,000 per dayBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - Surgery

Nelson, South Island NZ
25 Sep 2026 ~ 27 Sep 2026
Posted 10 days ago
Locum cover is required from 25 - 27 September 2026.
Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.
$2,000 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Invercargill, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 18 Apr 2027
Posted 3 months ago
Locum cover is required for: ASAP - 11 September 2026 28 September - 2 October 2026 5 - 9 October 2026 16 November - 18 December 2026 18 December 2026 onwards Position Details: Southland Hospital are seeking long term, onsite cover for their inpatient unit.
Due to a longer term locum finishing up and a retiring Psychiatrist they are going to have urgent needs which has meant they are needing committed cover options from July 2026 to April 2027.
With this in mind they have the opportunity to review candidates with good availability (this needs to be periods of months rather than weeks) and seek approval for increased rates.
$2,080 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Dunedin, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 14 Mar 2027
Posted 11 days ago
Locum cover is required ASAP.
Position Details: 0.5FTE for 6 months (possibly longer).
Would happily consider parts of this period.
$1,500 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Surgery

Timaru, South Island NZ
28 Sep 2026 ~ 29 Sep 2026
Posted 5 months ago
Locum cover is required from 28 - 29 September 2026.
Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$2,000 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Blenheim, South Island NZ
30 Oct 2026 ~ 03 Nov 2026
Posted 17 days ago
Locum cover is required from 30 October - 2 November 2026.
Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 0800 On call shifts.
Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.
$1,500 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Timaru, South Island NZ
29 Sep 2026 ~ 02 Nov 2026
Posted 18 days ago
Locum cover is required for: 29 September - 2 October 2026 27 October - 2 November 2026 Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$1,500 per dayBase salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Ophthalmology

Nelson, South Island NZ
Available from 25 Jan 2027
Posted 23 days ago
Are you an Ophthalmologist looking for a permanent full time (80 hours a fortnight) About the Role You'll provide a full range of ophthalmology services, including outpatient clinics, theatre sessions, acute ophthalmology care, and participation in the on-call roster shared across the region.
You will play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred ophthalmic care and contribute to the continued development of our regional service.
The role also involves teaching and supervision of registrars and other junior clinical staff, as well as the opportunity to participate in service planning, innovation, and quality improvement activities.
$180,000 ~ $280,000Base salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Ophthalmology

Dunedin, South Island NZ
29 Mar 2027 ~ 30 May 2027
Posted 4 months ago
Locum cover is required from 29 March - 30 May 2027.
Position Details: The ideal candidate will have expertise in paediatric strabismus, with a preference for those also experienced in adult complex strabismus surgery and iStent glaucoma procedures.
Competency in cataract surgery is also required.
$3,000 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Intensive Care Medicine

Nelson, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 05 Nov 2026
Posted a month ago
Locum cover is required for: 26 August 2026 8 - 9 September 2026 21 - 22 September 2026 7 - 8 October 2026 15 October 2026 21 - 22 October 2026 24 - 27 October 2026 2 - 4 November 2026 Position Details: Shift times: A mix of 0800 - 0800 and overnight on call 1800 - 0800 Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.
$2,000 per dayBase salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Cromwell, South Island NZ
Start dates are flexible
Posted a month ago
General Practitioner | Cromwell, Central Otago Enjoy an exceptional lifestyle while working in a supportive, well-established medical centre in the heart of Central Otago.
Our client is seeking a General Practitioner to join a large, thriving practice in Cromwell, offering excellent clinical support, modern systems, and a strong focus on team collaboration and patient care.
New doctors benefit from a comprehensive onsite induction programme, ongoing professional development opportunities, and regular full-team meetings.
Available on applicationBase salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Picton, South Island NZ
Start dates are flexible
Posted a month ago
General Practitioner | Stunning Marlborough Sounds Lifestyle | Picton, New Zealand Looking for a rewarding GP role where you can enjoy a true work-life balance while practising in one of New Zealand's most picturesque locations?
Join a modern, well-established medical centre in Picton, a vibrant coastal community at the gateway to the world-famous Marlborough Sounds.
Operating from a purpose-built, state-of-the-art facility, this practice offers the perfect combination of professional support, modern technology, and an exceptional lifestyle.
Available on applicationBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Timaru, South Island NZ
28 Sep 2026 ~ 30 Nov 2026
Posted 2 months ago
Locum cover is required for: 28 September - 4 October 2026 2 - 8 November 2026 1700 27 November - 0800 - 30 November 2026 Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.
$1,500 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Urgent Care

Christchurch, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 31 Oct 2026
Posted 3 months ago
Cover required July to October 2026 and potentially beyond this Flexible hours - any availability considered Working hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Brand new, purpose-built facility On-site parking available Travel and accommodation provided.
Indici PMS
$210 per hourBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Dunedin, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 18 Dec 2026
Posted 5 months ago
Locum cover is required for: 21 August 2026 4 September 2026 18 September 2026 2 October 2026 16 October 2026 30 October 2026 6 November 2026 20 November 2026 4 December 2026 18 December 2026 Position Details: Dunedin Hospital are seeking an Interventional Cardiologist to cover in the Cath Lab.
They will require someone who can do TAVI procedures.
Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.
$2,000 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Anaesthetics

Timaru, South Island NZ
21 Sep 2026 ~ 25 Sep 2026
Posted 3 months ago
Locum cover is required from 21 - 25 September 2026.
Position Details: These weeks require full cover (10 sessions) Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.
$2,000 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Surgery

Nelson, South Island NZ
22 Jan 2027 ~ 29 Jan 2027
Posted a month ago
Locum cover is required from 0800 22 January to 1200 29 January 2027.
Position Details: ASOC all week and may (or may not) include after-hours call.
Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$2,000 per dayBase salary
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Specialist Consultant doctors we've placed across South Island — from first locum shift to permanent post.

Great service, fantastic communication, very personal, and dealt well with troubleshooting.

Cathryn O'Sullivan

Specialist Consultant, General Medicine/Physician

Very good agency, helpful, supportive and friendly. Very good girls, very supportive, when there were problems and hold ups they helped me get through it.

Dr Neil thomas, GP

Manly Medical Centre (The Blakey Medical Trust)

I will warmly recommend Medrecruit to others. I was very impressed with the team’s professionalism, communication, knowledge, negotiations and helpful attitude.

Shailendra Nimkar

Specialist Consultant, Psychiatry

Great service, fantastic communication, very personal, and dealt well with troubleshooting.

Cathryn O'Sullivan

Specialist Consultant, General Medicine/Physician

Frequently asked questions about Specialist Consultant jobs in South Island

Common questions from doctors searching for Specialist Consultant roles in South Island.

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.