Head Medical is seeking enthusiastic Resident Doctors for a Paediatric Surgery opportunity at Waikato Hospital in the vibrant city of Hamilton, New Zealand.
You should possess a minimum of two years surgical experience, post foundation training to be considered for this position.
- Work in one of New Zealand’s largest tertiary hospitals, offering diverse surgical exposure and structured professional development
- Enjoy a great lifestyle in Hamilton, with easy access to beaches, mountains, and outdoor adventure
- Supportive, multicultural team environment with a strong commitment to teaching, research, and patient-centred care
This is an exceptional chance to develop your career in a leading tertiary hospital, supported by a collaborative team that values teaching, innovation, and work-life balance.
The Role
You will work with a dedicated team of five Registrars and Advanced Trainees, alongside consultants, paediatric medicine, and neonatal teams. The service is supported by a Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Child Development and Protection Service, and University of Auckland’s Waikato Clinical School, providing excellent teaching and research opportunities.
You will benefit from:
- A collaborative and supportive learning environment with strong emphasis on training and professional growth
- Opportunities to engage in clinical audit and research, supported by the on-campus Clinical Audit Support Unit
- Exposure to a wide range of general and subspecialty paediatric surgery cases
The Location
Located along the Waikato River, Hamilton is New Zealand’s fourth-largest city and one of its fastest-growing. It combines urban convenience with natural beauty:
- Surfing in Raglan, beaches at Mount Maunganui, and the Coromandel Peninsula
- Skiing at Turangi or Whakapapa during winter
- Geothermal adventures in Rotorua
- Major sporting events, including international rugby and national rowing at Lake Karapiro
- Family-friendly attractions such as the famous Hobbiton movie set
Hamilton offers a perfect balance of adventure, culture, and relaxed city living, making it an ideal location for doctors relocating to New Zealand.
Find out more about the lifestyle in Hamilton 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.