Join our network and help Australasian communities while achieving your lifestyle and career goals. Speak to the experts in GP recruitment with the largest network of jobs in New Zealand, including exclusive roles. Connect with us to explore opportunities that align perfectly with your professional goals.
Specialist Consultant
Specialist Consultant
Specialist Consultant
Our team have a deep knowledge of the healthcare industry's nuances, long-standing relationships, and a wealth of insights into trends, salary benchmarks, and in-demand skills, offering personalised guidance tailored to your career aspirations.
You will be assigned a dedicated recruitment expert in your field, committed to helping you reach your career and lifestyle goals with personalised service and ongoing placement support.
We have our finger on the pulse when it comes to medical recruitment in Australia. Speak to the experts in medical recruitment with the largest network of jobs including access to exclusive roles.
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.
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.
For most placements, your travel and accommodation costs are covered. Many of our Consultant locums even bring their family along for a working holiday.
Search yourself or take advantage of our free career support service and let our team find roles for you. We’re preferred suppliers to hospitals and clinics in Australia and New Zealand, meaning more chance of finding the perfect role.
Meet our expert General Practice team, dedicated to placing doctors in hospitals and practices across Australasia. With strong ties to healthcare facilities, they ensure you access specialist roles before they reach the market.
What I love about my role: The fact that we genuinely make a positive impact on the doctors and hospitals we work with.
What I love about my role: The opportunity to assist doctors to achieve their goals and build long-lasting relationships.
New Zealand continues to experience a shortage of General Practitioners, with strong demand across both urban centres and rural towns. The ageing population and pressure on primary care services are key drivers of this sustained need.
In 2025, GPs in New Zealand typically earn between NZD $160,000 and $250,000 annually, depending on factors such as location, practice ownership, and patient volume. GPs who take on rural placements or extended scope work (e.g. minor procedures, emergency care) may earn more or access additional incentives from district health boards.
Locum work is also available, though often less lucrative than in Australia—however, many choose New Zealand for its balanced workload, collaborative practice environments, and quality of life.
With demand for both consultant and registrar GPs, New Zealand presents a compelling option for those looking to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a laid-back lifestyle, scenic beauty, and a strong sense of community.
In New Zealand, GP doctors' earnings vary based on experience and location. On average, a GP's salary ranges from NZ$125,000 to NZ$200,000 per annum. However, those in private practice or with more experience can potentially earn more. Consult your Solutions Specialist for updated GP pay data.
Your registration number, a current CV and three references are the essentials of any job application. Other paperwork that's commonly required is:
What you'll need can vary slightly between Australian states and New Zealand. Some states/locations also require you to complete an online training course (eMedical Courses). We're here to help guide you through the requirements, and we'll give you a checklist detailing everything you need.
No, our service is free for doctors! We're paid by hospitals and clinics for our services and are preferred suppliers in several states and areas. Because we have a huge network of doctors, we save clinics and hospitals time (and money) by taking the stress out of the hiring and credentialing process.
This depends on where you work – the hospital or clinic chooses how a doctor is paid. This will work one of three ways:
Your recruitment specialist can tell you which method you’ll be paid for each job you undertake.
Yes, there is strong demand for locum GPs in New Zealand, especially in regional and underserved communities. These roles help maintain vital primary healthcare access and often offer varied work environments, flexibility, and competitive remuneration. Search locum GP roles.
IMG GPs can work in New Zealand after obtaining registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ). Demand exists across the country, including both city and rural locations. Medrecruit provides personalised support for foreign-trained doctors navigating the registration process and finding suitable roles.
Medrecruit is a leading international doctor recruitment agency. Our dedicated team prides itself on helping foreign doctors find work in New Zealand and Australia. Working with a recruitment agency has many benefits, including ongoing support. Find out more about working as an IMG GPon New Zealand's North Island, South Island, or Australia.
New Zealand offers a broad range of GP opportunities across both the North and South Islands, including work in community-controlled health services, rural practices, and urban clinics. The country welcomes overseas-trained doctors, and demand ensures a steady flow of locum and permanent roles tailored to different practice styles and patient needs.
Yes, New Zealand also has a high demand for GPs, with health services actively seeking general practitioners to serve diverse populations across the country. Whether in cities or rural towns, there are numerous locum and permanent roles available. Search GP roles.
