Head Medical is seeking post-foundation doctors for exciting opportunities within Paediatrics at one of New Zealand’s largest provincial hospitals, located in the vibrant city of Hastings.
These positions are ideally suited to doctors who have completed a paediatric rotation during Foundation Training and are considering Paediatrics as their future career pathway. You will join a supportive, multidisciplinary team committed to delivering high-quality patient care, while benefiting from excellent clinical exposure, supervision, and opportunities for professional development
- Gain exposure to Special Care Baby Unit and delivery suite
- Training and educational opportunities - Lectures and rostered training sessions
- Beautiful beaches and stunning hill country to explore; music, wine, and food festivals; art deco architecture; cycling, paddle-boarding, boating, golfing, and so much more!
- Salary NZD $105,029 – $130,015 per annum ( depending on experience)
- February 2027 commencement
The Role
You will be based in a large secondary level, 400 bed accredited public hospital providing acute and elective care for a region of over 162,000 people. It is one of the largest provincial hospitals in New Zealand. The hospital is modern with a full range of surgical, medical, oncology and radiological services. In addition, outreach services are provided at rural and community-based facilities across the region in Wairoa and Waipukurau. The Paediatric department consists of 9 Consultants, 5 Registrars and 5 Senior House Officers.
You will share a combined roster covering all acute areas including Special Care baby Unit and delivery suite and the children’s ward. There are education and training opportunities encouraged and supported by the department with Paediatric topic lectures available as well as the opportunity to complete New born Life support.
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
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.