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Q: 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 typically earn between NZD $90,000 - $230,000 per year in 2025.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: What does a registrar earn in New Zealand?

In New Zealand, a registrar's salary in 2025 typically ranges between NZD$90,000 to $220,000 annually, contingent upon their years of experience and the specific speciality. Additional allowances, such as those for overtime and on-call shifts, can further influence these figures. Locum Registrars in New Zealand are earning between NZD$70 to $115 an hour.

Q: How do I become a registrar in New Zealand?

In New Zealand, after obtaining a medical degree and completing foundation years as a House Officer, you can apply for registrar positions in your desired speciality. Being a registrar involves advanced training and might require speciality-specific exams. Throughout, you'll rotate through departments, honing expertise under senior supervision. For in-depth guidance, refer to the New Zealand Medical Council or relevant college of specialists.

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Registrar - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Masterton, North Island NZ

Available from 01 Jan 2027

Posted 14 minutes ago

General Medicine Registrar – Rural Hospital Medicine Location: Masterton, Wairarapa, New Zealand Employment Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term (2027) Salary: As per applicable MECA About the Role Join a supportive and collegial General Medicine team in Masterton, providing high-quality care to a diverse patient population across a broad range of acute and general medical conditions.

This role offers excellent exposure to rural medicine, with opportunities to develop clinical decision-making, procedural skills, and confidence in managing patients across the inpatient setting.

You will work closely with experienced Physicians, Registrars, House Officers, and multidisciplinary teams, benefiting from strong supervision and teaching in a learning-focused environment.

Available on applicationBase salary

NewLocum

Registrar - Anaesthetics

Invercargill, South Island NZ

24 Nov 2026 ~ 31 Dec 2026

Posted 6 hours ago

Locum cover is required for: 24 - 26 November 2026 30 November - 4 December 2026 7 - 9 December 2026 11 - 13 December 2026 17 - 18 December 2026 21 - 24 December 2026 29 - 31 December 2026 Position Details: Shift times: Various shifts Ideally two positions required Earlier start considered Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$90 per hourBase salary

NewLocum

Registrar - Surgery - General

Wellington, North Island NZ

18 Jan 2027 ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 7 hours ago

Locum cover is required from 18 - 31 January 2027.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$90 per hourBase salary

NewLocum

Registrar - Psychiatry

Tauranga, North Island NZ

04 Nov 2026 ~ 25 Dec 2026

Posted 8 hours ago

Locum cover is required ASAP - 25 December 2026.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$90 per hourBase salary

NewLocum

Registrar - Paediatrics

Tauranga, North Island NZ

09 Nov 2026 ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted a day ago

Locum cover is required for: 9 November 2026 11 November 2026 15 November 2026 23 - 27 November 2026 4 - 6 December 2026 12 - 13 December 2026 20 December 2026 28 December 2026 6 January 2027 8 January 2027 12 January 2027 16 - 21 January 2027 30 - 31 January 2027 Position Details: Shift times: Various Registrar preferred, but SHO considered Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$90 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Psychiatry

Rotorua, North Island NZ

13 Nov 2026 ~ 16 Nov 2026

Posted 4 days ago

Locum cover is required from 13 - 15 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800-1700 plus on-call till 0800 16 November Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$90 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Invercargill, South Island NZ

09 Nov 2026 ~ 29 Jan 2027

Posted 4 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 9 - 13 November 2026 16 November - 4 December 2026 14 - 18 December 2026 21 - 25 December 2026 29 - 31 December 2026 4 - 7 January 2027 11 - 29 January 2027 Position Details: Shift times: A mix of days and nights Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$90 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Gisborne, North Island NZ

NOW ~ 28 Dec 2026

Posted 5 days ago

$90 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Wellington, North Island NZ

NOW ~ 18 Nov 2026

Posted 5 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 3 - 8 November 2026 16 - 18 November 2026 Position Details: Shift times: Nights Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$115 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Surgery - General

Whanganui, North Island NZ

NOW ~ 28 Feb 2027

Posted 5 days ago

Locum cover is required ASAP – February 2027.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$90 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Whangarei, North Island NZ

NOW ~ 21 Jan 2027

Posted 6 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 19 - 20 October 2026 14 - 15 November 2026 5 - 6 December 2026 14 - 17 December 2026 2 - 3 January 2027 15 - 21 January 2027 Position Details: Shift times: A mix of AM, PM, and nights Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$90 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Ophthalmology

Wellington, North Island NZ

NOW ~ 30 Nov 2026

Posted 6 days ago

Locum cover is required ASAP until the end of November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1700 | Monday - Friday Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$90 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Surgery - Otolaryngology (ENT)

Dunedin, South Island NZ

09 Nov 2026 ~ 18 Dec 2026

Posted 6 days ago

Locum cover is required from 9 November - 18 December 2026.

Position Details: ENT Registrar Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$90 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Kawakawa, North Island NZ

NOW ~ 10 Jan 2027

Posted 6 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 2 - 5 November 2026 14 - 15 November 2026 23 - 29 November 2026 3 - 4 December 2026 8 - 13 December 2026 17 - 24 December 2026 29 December 2026 - 10 January 2027 Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1800 Ward shifts

$90 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Kawakawa, North Island NZ

NOW ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 6 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 31 October - 1 November 2026 7 November 2026 9 - 10 November 2026 14 - 16 November 2026 21 November 2026 24 November 2026 1 - 6 December 2026 8 - 20 December 2026 22 - 28 December 2026 30 December 2026 2 - 6 January 2027 11 - 14 January 2026 16 - 31 January 2026 Position Details: Shift times: Various

$90 per hourBase salary

Permanent

Registrar - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Auckland, North Island NZ

Available from 01 Dec 2026

Posted 11 days ago

Medical Registrar Location: Wellington Site, New Zealand Employment Type: Permanent, Part-Time (0.5 FTE) Salary: Competitive remuneration package Commencement: December Start About the Role An exciting opportunity is available for a Medical Registrar to join a growing Clinical Research team based at the Wellington site.

This permanent part-time position (0.5 FTE) offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative clinical research while maintaining a patient-focused approach to care.

Working alongside experienced researchers, clinicians, and multidisciplinary teams, you will support the delivery of clinical research projects and trials, undertake participant assessments, contribute to data collection and protocol compliance, and assist in ensuring high standards of clinical governance and patient safety.

Available on applicationBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Tauranga, North Island NZ

14 Dec 2026 ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 11 days ago

Locum cover is required from 14 December 2026 - 31 January 2027.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$90 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Invercargill, South Island NZ

18 Jan 2027 ~ 24 Jan 2027

Posted 11 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 18 - 19 January 2027 | 0800 - 1600 20 January 2027 | 0800 - 2100 21 - 22 January 2027 | 0800 - 1600 23 - 24 January 2027 | 0800 - 2100 Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$90 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Paediatrics

Rotorua, North Island NZ

18 Jan 2027 ~ 29 Jan 2027

Posted 15 days ago

Locum cover is required from 18 - 29 January 2027.

Position Details: $120p/hr for 0800 - 2200 and $180p/hr for 2200 - 0800 Senior Registrar Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$120 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Surgery - General

Dunedin, South Island NZ

NOW ~ 15 Jan 2027

Posted 15 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 19 - 23 October 2026 2 - 6 November 2026 16 - 20 November 2026 30 November - 4 December 2026 29 December 2026 - 1 January 2027 11 - 15 January 2027 Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$90 per hourBase salary

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“Friendly helpful staff who try to fit in with your working needs. Excellent company. I probably should have done it when I was younger rather than spend many years at the one hospital. ”

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Registrar, Emergency Medicine

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Registrar, Surgery

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Peter Clements

Registrar, Emergency Medicine

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“Friendly helpful staff who try to fit in with your working needs. Excellent company. I probably should have done it when I was younger rather than spend many years at the one hospital. ”

Peter Clements

Registrar, Emergency Medicine

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