Question 1

What is a registrar doctor NZ?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 2

Is a registrar the same as a resident?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 3

How much do junior doctors make?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 4

Am I eligible to apply for a Registrar position?

Accepted Answer

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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Question 5

What is the difference between a registrar and a doctor?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

How much does a registrar make in NZ?

Accepted Answer

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.

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