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Latest anaesthetics jobs in New Zealand

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Anaesthetics

  • Camberley, Hastings, North Island NZ
  • Locum
  • $2,250 per day
  • NOW ~ 30 Jun 2025
This public hospital services a region of over 162,000 people. The hospital supports a wide range of surgical, medical, oncology and radiological services. Come and develop your career, working in a wonderful part of New Zealand in modernising facilities with a dedicated and fun team. Hawke's B...

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Anaesthetics

  • Timaru, South Island NZ
  • Locum
  • $2,000 per day
  • 23 Jun 2025 ~ 06 Jul 2025
This is a public hospital in the southern Canterbury region, providing a range of inpatient, outpatient and community secondary services. The hospital provides 24/7 acute medical, surgical and maternity services, Assessment, Treatment & Rehabilitation (AT&R) services for older persons and a numb...

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Anaesthetics

  • Thames, North Island NZ
  • Locum
  • $2,000 per day
  • NOW ~ 20 Jun 2025
Located in the heart of New Zealand, this public hospital is a leading healthcare provider in the region. The hospital is situated in a picturesque location, surrounded by lush greenery and scenic landscapes. The hospital is well-equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and advanced medical tech...

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Anaesthetics

  • Nelson, South Island NZ
  • Locum
  • $2,000 per day
  • NOW ~ 14 Jul 2025
This public hospital in New Zealand is located in a beautiful coastal city surrounded by stunning natural landscapes. The hospital is a modern facility equipped with state-of-the-art medical technology and staffed by highly skilled medical professionals. The hospital provides a wide range of medi...
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Earn up to $3500/day
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Locum Consultants can earn fantastic rates with flexible hours and locations across Australia and New Zealand. No matter your future financial goals - locuming is a great way to boost your earnings.

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Meet our expert in New Zealand Anaesthetic recruitment

Meet our expert Anaesthetic Solutions Specialist, dedicated to placing doctors in hospitals and clinics across New Zealand. With strong ties to healthcare facilities, Debbie will ensure you access specialist roles before they reach the market.

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Debbie Fahey (New Zealand)

What I love about my role: Working with such a positive team. I love building great connections with both doctors and hospitals.

The anaesthetics consultant job market in New Zealand

Anaesthetists' highly specialist skills are in demand across New Zealand. With surgical procedures on the rise, the need for anaesthetists across private and public hospitals is also rising.

In New Zealand, doctors specialising in anaesthetics typically earn an average salary ranging from NZD $200,000 to NZD $300,000 annually. Locum anaesthetics consultants earn up to NZD $2,000 a day. If you're looking for anaesthetic registrar jobs in Australia or New Zealand, we have various opportunities to suit you.

However, it is important to note that both these salary scales depend on various factors, such as years of experience, geographical location, and the type of healthcare facility you work in.

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Thinking about making the move across the Tasman?

If you're an Australian specialist interested in exploring consultant psychiatrist jobs in New Zealand, the good news is - you can, and we can help. You will be required to register with the Medical Council of New Zealand and will need to meet specific criteria. We have helped many Consultants make the move and can guide you through every step, from job matching to relocation support.