Head Medical is seeking experienced General Medicine doctors to join a highly supportive acute medical service in one of New Zealand’s most desirable coastal regions.
This is an excellent opportunity for doctors looking to make a long-term move to New Zealand, working within a collaborative and well-structured hospital that offers strong consultant support, professional development, and an outstanding work-life balance.
Applicants should have broad experience in General Medicine and be eligible for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand via the competent authority pathway.
Ideal for doctors progressing at ST3–ST7 level (or equivalent), or experienced Specialty Doctors looking to further develop their clinical experience. Please note this is not a Consultant-level position.
You will join a service that prioritises collaboration, learning, and sustainable clinical practice.
- Broad exposure to acute General Medicine and inpatient ward-based care
- Strong consultant presence with daily clinical collaboration and support
- Opportunity to develop confidence in acute decision-making and management
- Regular use of Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) in clinical practice
- Supportive teaching environment with junior doctor supervision opportunities
- Balanced roster with manageable on-call commitments
- Structured working day (typically 8am–4pm clinical flow where applicable)
- Strong multidisciplinary team approach to patient care
- Salary NZD $152,694 – $222,476 (commensurate with experience)
The Hospital
Gisborne Hospital is a 100–115 bed secondary hospital providing comprehensive medical and surgical services to the East Coast region of New Zealand.
The General Medicine service is known for:
- Strong consultant presence and daily clinical support
- Team-based ward rounds and collaborative decision-making
- Engaging and diverse acute medical case mix
- Supportive environment for middle-grade and junior doctors
- Close working relationships across ICU, ED and allied health services
The hospital has a strong teaching culture and places emphasis on safe, sustainable practice and supporting doctors to build confidence in acute medicine.
Who we are looking for
We are seeking experienced General Medicine doctors ready to take the next step in a well-supported hospital environment.
Ideal candidates will have:
- Significant post-graduate experience in General Medicine or Internal Medicine
- Experience in acute hospital settings (wards, admissions, acute take)
- Confidence managing undifferentiated medical patients with consultant support
- Strong communication and team-based working skills
- Interest in teaching, clinical development, and service improvement
- Eligibility for Medical Council of New Zealand registration via the Competent Authority pathway
This role would suit doctors working at Registrar, SAS or equivalent level who are seeking a long-term relocation and a more balanced approach to hospital medicine.
The Location
Gisborne is one of New Zealand’s most attractive coastal regions, offering an exceptional lifestyle alongside a rewarding clinical role.
Known as the first city in the world to see the sunrise, Gisborne combines relaxed regional living with a strong sense of community and outstanding natural beauty.
You will enjoy:
- Beaches, surfing, paddleboarding and coastal living
- Hiking, cycling and outdoor adventure on your doorstep
- Warm climate and relaxed lifestyle year-round
- Award-winning vineyards and local food culture
- Affordable housing and excellent schooling options
- A welcoming community with strong Māori cultural heritage
- Regular flights to Auckland and Wellington for easy connectivity
This is a location where many international doctors choose to stay long-term due to the lifestyle and work-life balance.
What Head Medical can do for you
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.