ENT (Otolaryngology) Resident Doctor–Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand
Start February 2026 - 12-month contract
Head Medical are delighted to present an exciting opportunity for doctors seeking ENT jobs in New Zealand. This role is ideally suited to post-foundation trainees; particularly those who have already completed a rotation in ENT. You’ll join a busy ENT service within one of New Zealand’s largest provincial hospitals, gaining excellent exposure to both acute and elective cases while enjoying the incredible lifestyle on offer in the Hawke’s Bay region.
- Join a 400-bed accredited public hospital, one of the largest provincial hospitals in NZ
- Salary NZD $96,870 - $143,198 (depending on experience)
- Affordable housing and excellent schools – great for families
- Stunning East Coast lifestyle: beaches, wineries, food & wine festivals, cycling, paddleboarding, art-deco architecture and more
The Role
Based in a modern, secondary-level hospital, you’ll provide acute and elective ENT care to a population of 162,000 across the Hawke’s Bay region. Outreach services are also provided to rural and community facilities in Wairoa and Waipukurau, offering broad clinical exposure.
As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you’ll work closely with:
- 6 ENT Consultants
- 1 Maxillofacial Consultant
- Registrars & House Officers
- 5 Specialist Clinic Nurses
Your responsibilities will include:
- Assessing and treating acute ENT surgical cases
- Participating in outpatient clinics, gaining experience with both routine and complex ENT conditions
- Assisting in theatre and developing surgical skills under the guidance of senior consultants
- Contributing to ward rounds, MDTs, and departmental teaching
This is an excellent opportunity to broaden your ENT knowledge and surgical skills in a supportive, educational environment, laying a strong foundation for future training.
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.
- 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.