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Doctor jobs in South Island

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NewLocum

Resident Medical Officer - Surgery

Invercargill, South Island NZ
19 Oct 2026 ~ 30 Oct 2026
Posted 4 hours ago
Locum cover is required from 19 - 30 October 2026.
Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1600 daily (can also include long days) Orthopaedic RMO  Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$75 per hourBase salary
NewLocum

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Blenheim, South Island NZ
01 Jan 2027 ~ 31 Jan 2027
Posted 5 hours ago
Locum cover is required for January 2027.
Position Details: Two GP positions available: one face-to-face role and one telehealth role.
$650 per sessionBase salary

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NewLocum

Specialist Consultant - Urgent Care

Greymouth, South Island NZ
14 Dec 2026 ~ 15 Jan 2027
Posted a day ago
Locum cover is required from 14 December 2026 - 15 January 2027.
Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 2000
$2,080 per dayBase salary
NewLocum

Specialist Consultant - Intensive Care Medicine

Nelson, South Island NZ
15 Oct 2026 ~ 17 Oct 2026
Posted a day ago
Locum cover is required from 1800 Thursday 15 October to 0800 Saturday 17 October 2026.
Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$2,000 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Blenheim, South Island NZ
04 Dec 2026 ~ 24 Dec 2026
Posted 2 months ago
Locum cover is required for: 0800 Friday 4 Dec to 0800 Monday 7 Dec 2026 0800 Wednesday 9 Dec to 0800 Thursday 10 Dec 2026 (could be combined with the weekend) 0800 Wednesday 16 Dec to 0800 Thursday 17 Dec 2026 0800 Wednesday 23 Dec to 0800 Thursday 24 Dec 2026 Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$1,500 per dayBase salary
NewLocum

Registrar - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Dunedin, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 31 Dec 2026
Posted a day ago
Locum cover is required ASAP to end of year.
Position Details: Short- or long-term engagements considered.
Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$90 per hourBase salary
NewLocum

Specialist Consultant - Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Palmerston North, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 12 Apr 2027
Posted a day ago
Locum cover is required ASAP for the next 6 months.
Position Details: Ideally looking for someone who may be interested in a longer-term placement of 6 to 12 months.
$1,500 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Timaru, South Island NZ
27 Oct 2026 ~ 02 Nov 2026
Posted a month ago
Locum cover is required from 27 October - 2 November 2026.
Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$1,500 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Timaru, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 31 Dec 2026
Posted 4 days ago
Locum cover is required ASAP - December 2026.
Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$1,500 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Timaru, South Island NZ
02 Nov 2026 ~ 30 Nov 2026
Posted 3 months ago
Locum cover is required for: 2 - 8 November 2026 1700 27 November - 0800 - 30 November 2026 Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.
$1,500 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Surgery

Timaru, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 25 Dec 2026
Posted 5 days ago
Locum cover is required for an immediate start until Christmas.
Position Details: On-call work available.
Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$2,000 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Timaru, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 31 Oct 2026
Posted 4 days ago
Locum cover is required for: 12 - 16 October 2026 19 - 23 October 2026 27 - 31 October 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1600 On-call on some shifts from 0800 - 0800 Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$1,500 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Blenheim, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 29 Jan 2027
Posted 4 months ago
Locum cover is required ASAP - 29 January 2027.
Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$2,000 per dayBase salary
Locum

Resident Medical Officer - Psychiatry

Greymouth, South Island NZ
29 Oct 2026 ~ 04 Dec 2026
Posted 14 days ago
Locum cover is required for: 29 - 30 October 2026 (Mental Health or General Surgery) 19 - 20 November 2026 23 - 27 November 2026 1 - 4 December 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0800- 1600 Minimum PGY3 Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$75 per hourBase salary
Locum

Resident Medical Officer - Surgery

Greymouth, South Island NZ
29 Oct 2026 ~ 22 Dec 2026
Posted 14 days ago
Locum cover is required for: 29 - 30 October 2026 | 0800 - 1600 (Mental Health or General Surgery) 9 November 2026 | 0800 - 1600 10 November 2026 | 0800 - 2200 21 December 2026 | 0800 - 1600 22 December 2026 | 0800 - 2200 Position Details: Minimum PGY3 Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$75 per hourBase salary
Locum

Resident Medical Officer - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Greymouth, South Island NZ
24 Oct 2026 ~ 13 Dec 2026
Posted 14 days ago
Locum cover is required for: 24 - 25 October 2026 | 0800 - 1600 4 November 2026 | 1200 - 2000 6 - 8 November 2026 | 0800 - 1600 21 - 22 November 2026 | 0800 - 1600 and 1400 - 2200 10 - 11 December 2026 | 1200 - 2000 12 - 13 December 2026 | 0800 - 1600 Position Details: Minimum PGY3 Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$75 per hourBase salary
Locum

Resident Medical Officer - Medicine

Greymouth, South Island NZ
17 Oct 2026 ~ 13 Jan 2027
Posted 14 days ago
Locum cover is required for: 17 - 18 October 2026 (Weekend Ward Duties) 22 - 23 October 2026 (General Medicine) 11 - 13 November 2026 (General Medicine) 21 - 22 November 2026 (Weekend Ward Duties) 23 - 27 November 2026 (General Medicine) 27 November - 3 December 2026 (Nights) 8 - 10 January 2027 (Nights) 11 - 13 January 2027 (General Medicine / Ward Duties) Position Details: Minimum PGY3, but PGY2 will be considered for the ward shifts Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$75 per hourBase salary
Locum

Registrar - Surgery

Invercargill, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 12 Jan 2027
Posted 4 days ago
Locum cover is required ASAP – ongoing.
Position Details: Working across Breast Surgery, Colorectal Surgery, and General Surgery.
Day shifts: 0730-1700 Evening shifts: 1700-2300 (where required) Weeknight on-call: 1700-0730 Weekend day shifts: 0730-1700 (on site) Weekend on-call: 1700-0730 Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
Available on applicationBase salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Invercargill, South Island NZ
Available from 04 Jan 2027
Posted 4 days ago
General Practitioner | Invercargill Looking for a rewarding GP role in a supportive, modern practice with strong clinical resources and an established patient base?
Join a busy, purpose-built medical centre serving over 13,500 enrolled patients in the heart of Invercargill.
You'll work alongside a collaborative team of GPs, Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, Clinical Assistants, and experienced administrative staff committed to delivering high-quality, equitable healthcare.
Available on applicationBase salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Timaru, South Island NZ
Available from 11 Jan 2027
Posted 4 days ago
General Practitioner | Join a Thriving Community Practice Our client is seeking a General Practitioner to join their friendly and experienced team, providing high-quality healthcare to a diverse patient population and their whānau.
Established, busy practice with strong patient demand Supportive multidisciplinary team environment Modern facilities and clinical support services Onsite Pharmacy and Physiotherapy services for seamless patient care Convenient location with excellent public transport links Nearby amenities including a supermarket and major retail stores Ample onsite parking, including mobility parking Additional free street parking available About You Vocationally registered GP, or eligible for registration in New Zealand Passionate about delivering patient-centred care Strong communication and relationship-building skills Committed to working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team This is an opportunity to become part of a large, welcoming practice where you can focus on providing excellent healthcare while enjoying the support of experienced colleagues and convenient onsite services.
You'll be based in a well-connected location with easy access to local amenities, making your working day that little bit easier.
Available on applicationBase salary
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Frequently asked questions about doctor jobs in South Island

Common questions from doctors searching for their next role in South Island.

MCNZ (Medical Council of New Zealand) registered doctors have a plethora of opportunities available for them to find both permanent and locum positions. If you are an Australian-trained doctor, you can work in New Zealand by obtaining MCNZ registration, and we are here to support you throughout this process. If you're looking for New Zealand jobs for foreign doctors who obtained their primary medical degree from medical schools overseas, it is beneficial to have at least 12 months of experience in a comparable health system such as the UK or Ireland. Working in New Zealand as an internationally trained doctor involves navigating certain pathways and considering specific restrictions. However, rest assured that we are well-versed in these processes and can guide you accordingly. Our goal is to simplify the process and help you embark on a successful medical career in beautiful New Zealand.