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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 - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Whangarei, North Island NZ

Start dates are flexible

Posted 17 days ago

ED Registrar – Emergency Medicine Location: Te Tai Tokerau Northland, New Zealand Employment Type: Permanent, full-time Start Date: ASAP through 2026, or 1 February 2027 for the start of Run 1 Salary: In accordance with the applicable collective agreement and experience About the Role An exciting opportunity is available for ED Registrars to join a busy Emergency Department in Te Tai Tokerau Northland.

The role offers broad exposure to emergency presentations while working within a supportive clinical team.

Positions are available for doctors who can commence as soon as possible or at any point during 2026, with further opportunities commencing 1 February 2027 for Run 1.

Available on applicationBase salary

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Registrar - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Palmerston North, North Island NZ

Available from 01 Feb 2027

Posted 25 days ago

Medical Registrar role January 2027 start date PGY3 Full support with registration provided

$90,000 ~ $140,000Base salary

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Registrar - Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Palmerston North, North Island NZ

Available from 01 Feb 2027

Posted 25 days ago

O&G Registrar role January 2027 start date PGY3 Full support with registration provided

$90,000 ~ $140,000Base salary

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Registrar - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Tauranga, North Island NZ

Start dates are flexible

Posted 7 months ago

Our client is advertising an opportunity for a General Medicine Registrar to permanently join their team at a public hospital in North Island of New Zealand.

The ideal start date for this position is ASAP.

Position Details: Ideally PGY4 or above.

Available on applicationBase salary

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Registrar - Surgery - Orthopaedic

Rotorua, North Island NZ

Available from 07 Dec 2026

Posted 2 months ago

About the Role Join our clients Orthopaedic Department, as a training or non-training registrar.

The employee will provide in-patient, day patient and out-patient care for Orthopaedic patients assigned to them and as directed by the consultants involved.

Enjoy the benefits of working in a smaller hospital, experience general and acute medicine, with a supportive team of consultants, house officers, medical students and nursing staff.

$90,000 ~ $140,000Base salary

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Registrar - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Rotorua, North Island NZ

Available from 02 Aug 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Medicine Registrar Location: Rotorua, New Zealand Employment Type: Fixed Term | 6 months Start Date: 2 August 2027 Salary: NZD $90,000 - $150,000 p.a.

About the Role An exciting opportunity is available for a Medicine Registrar to join a supportive General Medicine team in Rotorua.

You will manage a broad range of medical conditions, provide high-quality inpatient care, and work collaboratively with consultants, junior doctors, nursing staff, and allied health professionals.

$90,000 ~ $150,000Base salary

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Registrar - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Rotorua, North Island NZ

Available from 02 Jan 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Medicine Registrar Location: Rotorua, New Zealand Employment Type: Fixed Term | 6 months to 1 year Start Date: 2 January 2027 Salary: NZD $90,000 - $150,000 p.a.

About the Role An excellent opportunity is available for a Medicine Registrar to join a supportive General Medicine team in Rotorua.

You will provide comprehensive inpatient care, assess and manage a wide range of medical conditions, and work closely with consultants, junior doctors, nursing staff, and allied health professionals.

$90,000 ~ $150,000Base salary

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Registrar - Ophthalmology

Camberley, Hastings, North Island NZ

Available from 01 Aug 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Our client is advertising an opportunity for an Ophthalmology Registrar to permanently join their team at a public hospital in New Zealand's North Island.

The ideal start date for this position is August 2027.

Available on applicationBase salary

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Registrar - Surgery - General

Camberley, Hastings, North Island NZ

Available from 01 May 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Our client is advertising an opportunity for a Surgical Registrar to permanently join their team at a public hospital in New Zealand's North Island.

The ideal start date for this position is May 2027.

Available on applicationBase salary

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Registrar - Paediatrics

Camberley, Hastings, North Island NZ

Available from 01 Feb 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Our client is advertising an opportunity for a Paediatric Registrar to permanently join their team at a public hospital in New Zealand's North Island.

The ideal start date for this position is February 2027.

Available on applicationBase salary

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Registrar - Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Camberley, Hastings, North Island NZ

Available from 01 Feb 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Our client is advertising an opportunity for an Obstetrics and Gynaecology Registrar to permanently join their team at a public hospital in New Zealand's North Island.

The ideal start date for this position is February 2027.

Available on applicationBase salary

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Registrar - Intensive Care Medicine

Camberley, Hastings, North Island NZ

Available from 01 Feb 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Our client is advertising an opportunity for an Intensive Care Registrar to permanently join their team at a public hospital in New Zealand's North Island.

The ideal start date for this position is February 2027.

Available on applicationBase salary

Permanent

Registrar - Surgery - Oral and Maxillofacial

Tauranga, North Island NZ

Start dates are flexible

Posted 5 months ago

Our client is advertising an opportunity for a Maxillofacial Registrar to permanently join their team at a public hospital in New Zealand's North Island.

The ideal start date for this position is ASAP.

Available on applicationBase salary

Permanent

Registrar - Surgery - General

Rotorua, North Island NZ

Available from 02 Nov 2026

Posted 4 months ago

General Surgery Non-Training Registrar – Hospital Setting Location: Rotorua, New Zealand Employment Type: Fixed Term Full-Time Start Date: 2 November 2026 About the Role An opportunity is available for a General Surgery Non-Training Registrar within a busy regional service following an increase in FTE.

You will join a supportive surgical team delivering high-quality care across a broad case mix.

The role includes exposure to inpatient management, acute admissions, theatre, and outpatient clinics.

Available on applicationBase salary

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Registrar - Psychiatry

Camberley, Hastings, North Island NZ

Start dates are flexible

Posted 9 months ago

Psychiatric Registrar – Hospital Setting Location: Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand Employment Type: Permanent Salary: Competitive salary package (commensurate with experience) About the Role An exciting opportunity is available for a Psychiatric Registrar to join a well-supported mental health team in a busy hospital setting in Hawke’s Bay.

This role is ideal for a registrar looking to further develop clinical expertise in psychiatry while working within a collaborative and patient-focused environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with consultant psychiatrists, multidisciplinary teams, and community services to deliver high-quality mental health care.

Available on applicationBase salary

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Registrar - Surgery - General

Camberley, Hastings, North Island NZ

Start dates are flexible

Posted 4 months ago

Surgical Registrar – Hospital Setting Location: Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand Employment Type: Permanent Salary: Competitive salary package (commensurate with experience) About the Role An excellent permanent opportunity is available for a Surgical Registrar to join a busy and well-supported hospital team in Hawke’s Bay.

This role is ideally suited for a registrar seeking ongoing exposure to a broad range of surgical cases within a collaborative clinical environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with consultants, junior doctors, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality patient care.

Available on applicationBase salary

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Registrar - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Wellington, North Island NZ

Start dates are flexible

Posted 4 months ago

Our client is advertising an opportunity for a Medical Registrar to permanently join their team at a public hospital in New Zealand's North Island.

The ideal start date for this position is September 2026.

Available on applicationBase salary

Permanent

Registrar - Surgery - Otolaryngology (ENT)

Tauranga, North Island NZ

Start dates are flexible

Posted a year ago

Our client is advertising an opportunity for an ENT Registrar to permanently join their team at a public hospital in New Zealand's North Island.

The ideal start date for this position is ASAP.

Position Details: Fixed term 12 months

Available on applicationBase salary

Permanent

Registrar - Psychiatry

Whakatane, North Island NZ

Start dates are flexible

Posted 10 months ago

Our client is advertising an opportunity for a Psychiatry Registrar to permanently join their team at a public hospital in New Zealand's North Island.

The ideal start date for this position is ASAP.

$90,000 ~ $150,000Base salary

Permanent

Registrar - Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Tauranga, North Island NZ

Start dates are flexible

Posted 5 months ago

Our client is advertising an opportunity for an Obstetrics and Gynaecology Registrar to permanently join their team at a public hospital in New Zealand's North Island.

The ideal start date for this position is ASAP.

Available on applicationBase salary

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