Doctor jobs in New Zealand

Find the perfect job in New Zealand.

Thinking of working as a doctor in New Zealand? We'll help you find the best next step for your career with opportunities across both the North and South Islands.

Enjoy job flexibility and create more time for the things you love, while making a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector of beautiful New Zealand. Whether you're looking for flexibility, higher pay, or career progression - our expert team will support the next step of your career in New Zeaalnd from job search, to paperwork, to the ward rounds.

We have locum and permanent roles all over New Zealand

Discover the countless reasons why doctors are drawn to work in New Zealand. Take a closer look at the distinctive regions below and embark on an extraordinary medical career journey in New Zealand, where incredible landscapes and fulfilling professional experiences await you.

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Doctor's lifestyle in NZ
Work on your terms.

Choose when and where you want to work, giving you flexibility to be on the ward one day and climbing a mountain the next (if that's what you're into). Pick up locum shifts or permanent roles that suit your lifestyle and career progression goals.

Doctor's with work-life balance
Get more family time.

Working as a doctor in NZ means you get back time with your family. Have the opportunity to do the things you love doing. Make the school run, spend time with friends, renovate the house. Each region of New Zealand has unique experiences to keep life fun and interesting.

Happy locum doctors
Gain new experiences.

Experience life and new adventures in New Zealand, while progressing your career and learning in new environments. Work in unique urban centres or help more regional communities that are in need of your expertise.

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Being a locum allows lots of flexibility in lifestyle to go and do the things you want to do.

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Dr Penzy Dinsdale , Locum Registrar
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Specialist Consultant

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

  • Gisborne, North Island NZ
  • Locum
  • $3,000 per day
  • NOW ~ 01 Aug 2025
The city is the first in the world to see the sun each day and it has a reputation for great food, wine and surf beaches. This small 110-bed acute care hospital serves the East Coast population, approx. 47,000.  You will enjoy working in a supportive, team environment with highly qualified SMO’...

Specialist Consultant

Surgery

  • Invercargill, South Island NZ
  • Locum
  • $2,500 per day
  • 06 May 2025 ~ 09 May 2025
Heritage buildings and magnificent city gardens contribute an old-world charm to this delightful southern city.   Home of legendary sporting greats in rugby, netball, basketball and hockey, it has an indoor velodrome, Olympic-sized swimming pool and rugby stadium. Classic motoring fans gather to ...

Specialist Consultant

Anaesthetics

  • Camberley, Hastings, North Island NZ
  • Locum
  • $2,250 per day
  • 12 May 2025 ~ 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...

Are you an International Medical Graduate?

Explore our IMG resources to discover the pathways available for International Medical Graduates who are seeking doctor jobs in New Zealand and Australia. Expand your knowledge and find guidance for your medical career journey.

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Teleradiology job opportunities

Embark on a global career in radiology, from the comfort of your home! We are partnering with New Zealand's largest radiology provider who is seeking teleradiologists based in the UK, Ireland, South Africa or similar time zones to grow their team globally.

Get in touch to find out more about:

  • Flexible, part time working hours during daytime hours
  • Competitive remuneration package
  • Work from your own home, with supplied equipment and 24/7 IT support
  • The opportunity for future relocation to New Zealand
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Discover more about the New Zealand job market landscape

Unlock valuable insights about the New Zealand job market with our free job market report. Gain essential knowledge on the factors shaping the healthcare landscape, high-demand specialties, and average pay rates for both locum and permanent roles across the country.

Download the report now and make informed decisions for your medical career in New Zealand.