Head Medical currently have exciting Emergency Medicine opportunities in New Zealand for post-foundation doctors (RMO/SHO/CT level) looking to broaden their clinical skills and experience a new healthcare system. This is a fantastic chance to join a supportive team at one of New Zealand’s largest provincial hospitals while enjoying all the lifestyle benefits of living in the stunning Hawke’s Bay region.
- Join one of New Zealand’s largest provincial hospitals (400 beds)
- Work in a busy Emergency Department seeing 46,000 attendances per year
- Salary NZD $96,870 -$143,198 NZD (depending on experience)
- Affordable housing and excellent schools – perfect for families
- Enjoy beautiful beaches, art deco architecture, cycling trails, wine, food & music festivals, and much more
- Commencing April 2026 and August 2026 (minimum 12-month contract term)
The Role
Based in a modern, 400-bed public hospital providing both acute and elective services, you will gain hands-on experience in a diverse and dynamic environment. The Emergency Department sees 46,000 attendances annually with a 30% admission rate and a high proportion of major trauma cases, making this an excellent training ground.
The department runs a 5-bed observation unit and you will work alongside:
- 10 Emergency Physicians
- 1 Medical Officer
- 15 Registrars
- 8 House Officers
- 3 Nurse Practitioners
With access to a wide range of specialties, including surgical, medical, oncology, and radiological services, this role offers excellent exposure for junior doctors seeking to expand their skills.
The Location
The Hawke’s Bay region (pop. 162,000) sits on the stunning east coast of New Zealand’s North Island. You can live in Hastings (pop. 80,000) or nearby Napier (pop. 63,000), an art-deco city known for its culture, charm, and lifestyle.
Highlights include:
- Award-winning vineyards and wineries (famous for both red and white wines)
- Te Mata Peak, Waimarama Beach, and Cape Kidnappers for outdoor adventures
- Cycling trails, premier golf courses, and vibrant farmer’s markets
- Year-round music, food, and wine festivals
- High sunshine hours and a Mediterranean-style climate
Hawke’s Bay also has excellent domestic connectivity, with regular 1-hour flights to Auckland and Wellington International Airports.
Learn more about the Hawke’s Bay region here
What Head Medical can do for you
Arranging a position overseas is very exciting, but we understand that it can also be daunting and time consuming. We’re the UK’s specialist in international medical recruitment and we’ve helped many Doctors relocate since we first started out in 2008 (you can read what people have said about working with us on our testimonials page). We know it’s important to balance career opportunities with lifestyle and we’ll talk through your plans and will get to know you to make sure we find the right role in the right location. Once we have secured a job for you, we’ll manage the Medical Registration and Visa application process, and support you (and your family) with the relocation itself.