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Rural Hospital Medicine

  • Tokoroa, North Island NZ
  • Locum
  • $375 per hour
  • NOW ~ 03 Feb 2026
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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Rural Hospital Medicine

  • Taupo, North Island NZ
  • Locum
  • $375 per hour
  • NOW ~ 31 Dec 2025
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

Rural Hospital Medicine

  • Taumarunui, North Island NZ
  • Locum
  • $375 per hour
  • 31 Dec 2025 ~ 27 Jan 2026
Located in the heart of New Zealand, this public hospital is a hub of healthcare services for the local community. The hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and a team of highly skilled medical professionals who are dedicated to providing the best possible care to patients. The ho...
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I really felt that rural GP work was value-added medicine. You work much more to the level of a specialist and it was just really interesting medicine.

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Earn up to $3500/day
Earn up to $3500/day

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.

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Rural GP job market in Australia and New Zealand

Rural GPs are in high demand across Australia and New Zealand, with exceptional opportunities for career growth and financial reward. In Australia, full-time rural GPs can earn annual salaries ranging from $200,000 to $400,000 AUD, with locum pay rates reaching up to $2,500 AUD per day for short-term contracts. In New Zealand, the average income for rural general practitioners is around $180,000 NZD, with additional incentives for working in remote or underserved areas.

Whether you’re seeking a part-time role, permanent full-time position, or locum time opportunities, the market offers diverse options tailored to your goals. Our recruitment team specialises in connecting rural GPs with jobs for this search, from staff specialist roles to professional development in rural and remote areas. Let us guide you to the ideal rural GP job—your opportunity to make a difference in health care while advancing your career awaits.

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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.

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What I love about my role: The fact that we genuinely make a positive impact on the doctors and hospitals we work with.

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What I love about my role: The opportunity to assist doctors to achieve their goals and build long-lasting relationships.

FAQs

This depends on where you work – the hospital or clinic chooses how a doctor is paid. This will work one of three ways:

  • You’re paid by the hospital/clinic as an employee
  • You’re paid by the hospital/clinic as a contractor
  • Medrecruit pays you directly (this can be as a casual employee of Medrecruit or via your company)

Your recruitment specialist can tell you which method you’ll be paid for each job you undertake.

Your registration number, a current CV and three references are the essentials of any job application. Other paperwork that's commonly required is:

  • Evidence of vaccinations,
  • Evidence of your degree/fellowship,
  • Annual Practicing Certificates,
  • Indemnity,
  • A certified copy of your passport and/or driver’s licence,
  • Police vetting form.

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.

Known as one of the best medical locum recruitment agencies in Australia and New Zealand, we're preferred suppliers to hospitals and health care practices across Australasia. This means we can get jobs to you before they've reached the market. Our recruiters and dedicated placement teams go the extra mile to deliver exceptional service and be the very best locum agency. Our consultants are experienced, knowledgeable and strong negotiators. They will find the right job for you at the best rate.

Rural GPs in Australia can earn between $200,000 and $400,000 AUD annually, with additional incentives like relocation packages and retention bonuses. Locum roles in rural areas often provide higher daily rates to attract doctors.

Yes, rural GPs are in high demand across Australia. Many rural and remote communities face critical shortages of healthcare professionals, creating significant opportunities for GPs to make a meaningful impact.

Yes, rural GPs are in high demand in New Zealand. The country has an ongoing need for GPs in rural areas to ensure accessible healthcare for communities outside major urban centres.

Rural GPs in New Zealand typically earn between $180,000 and $300,000 per year NZD . Some positions may offer relocation packages or bonuses to attract doctors to underserved areas.

Working with a recruitment agency as a rural GP offers several advantages. You will be partnered with a Solution Specialist who will get to know your experience and goals and connect you with rural and regional GP vacancies that suit you. They'll do all of the job searching for you, reducing the hassle for you to find the right role in a rural community. You'll gain access to a wide range of exclusive rural GP locum roles and permanent positions, tailored to your preferences.