NZ registrar doctor

Registrars are in demand in New Zealand

Registrar permanent & locum opportunities

Qualified Medical Registrars have great opportunities available to them across Australia and New Zealand.

Our job listings offer a rewarding challenge to develop your career in health services. Whether you want to advance your career in a big city hospital, or practice medicine in a rural community that needs you, we help registrar doctors find their ideal role.

Medicine Registrar Jobs

Register now to apply for jobs and to be connected with your personal recruitment specialist. They’ll help match your goals and aspirations to upcoming job opportunities not on the market.

We have locum and permanent roles all over Australia and New Zealand

Locum Positions

Locuming can help you find the job that you love. Get a chance to investigate different areas of medicine – from emergency medicine to rehabilitation medicine, internal medicine to intensive care medicine, and everything in between.

Locuming also exposes you to a variety of work environments. It’s a great way to build your experience and have the flexibility to work on your terms. We’ll help you discover what’s possible.

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Find out how working as a locum can give you the time and flexibility to pursue your passions.
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Permanent Roles

If it’s a permanent role you’re after, we can help with that, too. We understand the need for job stability and working in an environment where you know what to expect. Our job listings have a variety of locum and permanent positions available.

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"I remember there were eighteen ambulances waiting outside " Dr Gabriella Paoloni
Article by Dr Gabriella Paoloni | 01 May 2022
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Great service and very helpful, I felt very supported.

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Thomas Smardon , Registrar, General Medicine/Physician

No charges, just great jobs. Our services are free for doctors. Leave the paperwork to us. We can help negotiate higher fees and in some cases add-ons like accommodations.

Benefits of working with Medrecruit
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Live better. Find better.

Find better job opportunities, better experiences, and a better life here. With Medrecruit, you’ll get ongoing career support and personalised service.

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Earn up to $3000/day

Locum doctors can earn fantastic rates with flexible hours and locations across Australia and NZ. Whether you're saving for a house, investing or simply feel like treating yourself - locuming is a great way to boost your earnings.

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Travel costs covered

For most placements, your travel and accommodation costs are covered. This means you get to explore new places with no cost to you.

Why Medrecruit

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 real-world impact on communities across Australia and New Zealand.

In 2016, our parent company Medworld 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 Medworld has continued to advocate for, educate, and work towards better health and well-being for all doctors. Medworld and Medrecruit are built for doctors, by doctors.

Registrar NZ FAQ's
What is a registrar doctor NZ?

A registrar doctor in AU or NZ is a medical practitioner who is undertaking an accredited course of study leading to a higher medical qualification. Medical students move to registers in PGY-5.

Is a registrar the same as a resident?

No, the resident or RMO is based on the ward and is usually the doctor you will see most often. These doctors are at PGY-2 level of training. The registrar is the ward's senior doctor and is typically contactable on-site, these doctors are in PGY-5 level of training.

How much do junior doctors make?

A junior doctor, or resident medical officer's, salary often varies depending on where they are located and whether they are doing permanent or locum work. Find out how much you can earn as a junior doctor in Australia or New Zealand.

Am I eligible to apply for a Registrar position?

To apply for a registrar position you must hold valid registration or be eligible for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) or the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (APHRA).

If you want to find out if you are eligible please contact us and one of our team will help you check your eligibility ahead of making an application.

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What is the difference between a registrar and a doctor?

A registrar refers to the level of post a doctor holds when undertaking their vocational training programme. Depending on experience, a doctor may be eligible to work as a registrar in PGY-5

How much does a registrar make in NZ?

A doctor’s salary depends on several factors: grade, experience, the number of hours worked, location, and the type of work.

A junior doctor, or resident medical officer's, salary often varies depending on where they are located and whether they are doing permanent or locum work, however, registrars working for a district health board (DHB) typically earn around $72,000 to $182,000 a year. Registrars

Is it easy to get a job in New Zealand as a foreign doctor?

To practice in Australia or New Zealand, you must be registered with either AHPRA (Australia) or MCNZ (New Zealand). For IMGs, this is achievable via a number of pathways (or routes), your eligibility for which is determined by your clinical background. It can take 6 months to 1 year for IMG's to make the move, but we are here to guide you all the way.

Can I easily get a job in New Zealand?

To practice in Australia or New Zealand, you must be registered with either AHPRA (Australia) or MCNZ (New Zealand). For IMGs, this is achievable via a number of pathways (or routes), your eligibility for which is determined by your clinical background. It can take 6 months to 1 year for IMGs to make the move, but we are here to guide you all the way. It is easier for doctors to get a job in New Zealand than Australia as New Zealand has less restrictions.