See where Rotorua could take your medical career

Family friend filled with natural wonders

We have permanent and locum roles in Rotorua on the North Island of New Zealand ( 3 hours from Auckland). Explore lush rainforests, geothermal landscapes, and the glistening lakes of this magnificent region. Rotorua renowned for its community spirit and a great place to raise a family.

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Explore geothermal wonderlands

Rotorua is famous for its geysers, bubbling mud pools, steaming vents, boiling lakes, and colourful sinter terraces. Relax in the hot pools, or check out the many geothermal parks.

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Learn about Maori culture

Rotorua is a place of great significance when it comes to gaining a deep understanding of Māori culture and history. Visit Whakarewarewa - The Living Māori Village, Te Puia, or Tamaki Māori Village.

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Explore lush rainforests

Rotorua is surrounded by rainforests, one even features a world-renowned mountain bike park, which is the largest in the Southern Hemisphere.

Hot jobs in the North Island

Specialist Consultant

Ophthalmology

  • Camberley, Hastings, North Island NZ
  • Locum
  • $3,000 per day
  • NOW ~ 29 Apr 2024
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...

Specialist Consultant

General medicine/physician

  • Taupo, North Island NZ
  • Locum
  • $2,000 per day
  • 06 May 2024 ~ 19 Jul 2024
This hospital is based within a lively town centre and is distinguished by its lakefront setting and outdoor sports ranging from fishing to jet-boating. Based in North Island, 400 km north of Wellington, the area is a popular destination with those seeking an urban getaway. There are multiple se...

Specialist Consultant

Emergency medicine

  • Tokoroa, North Island NZ
  • Locum
  • $200 per hour
  • NOW ~ 27 May 2024
Enjoy rolling green hills, scenic walks, volcanic activity, cycling and outstanding natural beauty.   This idyllic region in south Waikato lures in thousands of visitors each year. Dairy farming and forestry are the mainstays of the local economy and the distinctive rich green landscape harbours ...
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Lovely staff members on the phone and over email. Very easy and pleasant to work with. Clear instructions and documentation.

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Dr David Haunschmidt , Rotorua Hospital Lakes District HB
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Locum doctors 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. In Australia, locums may earn up to $3500/day.

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Get time back for things you love outside of medicine, enhance your lifestyle, and reclaim your work-life balance by choosing when and where you work. We simplify the job search process, offering a free career-management service for doctors.

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Are doctors in demand in New Zealand?

Yes! Doctors are highly sought-after in New Zealand. There are many specialist roles on the skills shortage list including palliative medicine specialist, cardiologist, paediatrician and emergency medicine.