Head Medical is seeking post-foundation (PGY3+) doctors with surgical experience who are looking to further develop their operative exposure and General Surgery skills in a supportive provincial hospital setting.
- Broad General Surgery exposure including acute admissions, inpatient care and peri-operative management
- Located in one of NZ’s most desirable lifestyle regions with beaches, vineyards, and year-round sunshine
- Ideal for doctors looking to consolidate surgical experience and progress towards surgical training pathways
- NZD $109,569 – $146,436 (depending on experience) – 12 month contract
- October 2026 commencement
This is an ideal role for doctors looking to consolidate surgical experience, build procedural confidence, and gain valuable international experience within the New Zealand health system
The Hospital
You will be working in one of New Zealand’s largest provincial hospitals (approx. 400 beds), providing secondary-level care to a population of over 160,000 people.
The hospital offers a broad range of medical and surgical subspecialties on site (excluding cardiothoracic and neurosurgery), along with strong links to surrounding rural and community services.
The General Surgery department includes:
- 9 General Surgeons
- 3 Urologists
- 14 Registrars
- 8 House Officers
You will be responsible for the assessment, management and ongoing care of surgical inpatients, as well as acute surgical referrals and re-admissions. The role offers strong exposure to acute surgical presentations, peri-operative care and inpatient management within a supportive clinical team.
Location
You will be based in Hastings, a vibrant coastal city on New Zealand’s North Island, with the option to live in either Hastings or nearby Napier.
Hawke’s Bay offers a strong balance of professional development and lifestyle:
- Affordable housing and excellent schooling options
- Stunning coastline, beaches and outdoor lifestyle opportunities
- World-renowned wineries, food scene, cafés and restaurants
- Cycling trails, hiking, water sports and golf courses on your doorstep
- A warm, sunny climate with a strong community feel
- Easy connections to Auckland and Wellington via regular flights
Head Medical is a specialist international healthcare recruitment company and has been helping doctors relocate to Australia, New Zealand and beyond since 2008. From identifying the right opportunity through to regulatory applications and relocation, we provide free guidance and support throughout the process. We also have qualified and licensed Immigration Advisers within our team who can assist with migration planning and visa applications for Australia and New Zealand. The services of our licensed Immigration Advisers are provided as an additional service, with any applicable fees discussed in advance