We have permanent and locum doctor jobs in Queenstown and the surrounding region of Otago, as well as Southland, which is just over 2-hours drive from this famed location. Our head office is in Queenstown which means if you're looking for a job in this beautiful region you've come to the right place. Experience work/life balance at its finest with an array of biking and hiking tracks in stunning terrain at your disposal. Ski all winter and boat all summer at this renowned New Zealand location, and if that wasn't enough Central Otago is known worldwide for its delicious Pinot Noir.
The Queenstown and Otago region boasts beauty beyond compare, spend your days off exploring the region's many glassy lakes, rivers, and glaciers. This is where your medical career meets adventure.
With famed ski-field Cardrona, Remarkables, and Coronet Peak all nearby the Queenstown and Otago region is the perfect place to mix a medical career with skiing or snowboarding in winter.
With hiking, walking, and biking trails all within easy access in all Otago locations, this region presents the perfect opportunity to reclaim your work/life balance and get outdoors!
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“We came back again with the kids and rented an RV to travel the South Island. The kids loved it! We really fell in love with the culture, the lifestyle, and the people, and the things to do outside, so we decided to try and make the move. “
Medrecruit is a medical recruitment agency with a difference. We make a difference in the lives of doctors by changing how medicine works and having a real-world impact on communities across Australia and New Zealand.
Medrecruit has the largest network of jobs in Australia and New Zealand, double the next largest agency. This provides you with the highest chance of getting the right role, and our scale provides you with a hiring advantage as many employers come to us exclusively before going to market.
We make the process as easy as possible. Some agencies have recruiters do everything. However, one person can’t be the best at all functions so we have specialist teams, combined with technology, to make each stage of the process as smooth as humanly possible.
In 2017, Our founder, Dr Sam Hazledine successfully lobbied the World Medical Association to amend the Declaration of Geneva (the modern-day Hippocratic Oath) to include: I WILL ATTEND to my own health, well-being, and abilities in order to provide care of the highest standard.
Since then Medrecruit has continued to advocate for, educate, and work towards better health and well-being for all healthcare professionals. Medrecruit is built for doctors, by doctors.
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 $4000/day.
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.
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.
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.
Queenstown's lifestyle is dynamic, blending adventure and relaxation together against a stunning backdrop. Some locals take full advantage of the outdoors lifestyle by embracing the skiing, hiking, and mountain biking on their doorstep. While others dig into the tight-knit community found in cafe culture, discovering locally-owned restaurants, and bustling farmers’ markets. There is also a focus on wellness, yoga studios, fitness centres and community driven events that flourish in this unique town. Going out to eat can range from a classic pub to world-class dining experiences, showcasing both local ingredients and international inspiration. Despite its small size, Queenstown is vibrant with cultural events, art exhibitions, live music and a social scene like no other. Locals cherish the balance between nature's beauty and urban amenities.
Queenstown is a thrill-seeker's haven with bungee jumping, skiing up The Remarkables and Coronet Peak, jet boating, mountain biking, and zip-lining. Surrounded by alpine scenery, it is also an adventurers dream with walking tracks ranging from the flat Frankton Track to mountain summits like Ben Lomond. There are also many relaxed activities from wine tours in the Gibbston Valley, rounds of golf at a variety of courses, or taking a drive to the neighbouring destinations to explore, like Fiordland National Park or Paradise Valley in Glenorchy.
