Head Medical is seeking motivated post-Foundation doctors keen to further broaden their clinical experience within Paediatrics in New Zealand. Based at Whangārei Hospital, this opportunity combines excellent clinical exposure and professional development with the lifestyle benefits of living in one of New Zealand’s most desirable coastal regions.
- Exposure across Paediatrics and Neonatology
- Join a dedicated multi-disciplinary team committed to mentorship, teaching, and professional growth.
- Benefit from structured training, journal clubs, didactic sessions, and video-conferenced learning.
- Salary $106,672 – $121,920 NZD (depending on experience) - 12 Month Contract commencing September/ October 2026
The Role
Whangārei Hospital provides secondary care services to a large regional population across New Zealand’s North Island.
The Paediatric department works within a collaborative multidisciplinary team environment with strong consultant support, offering excellent clinical exposure and learning opportunities for Resident Doctors looking to further develop their experience within Paediatrics and Neonatology. This role offers excellent exposure across Paediatrics and Neonatology within a supportive, consultant-led environment at Whangārei Hospital.
You will be involved in the care of paediatric inpatients, acute and elective admissions, ward rounds, outpatient clinics and referrals from ED and other specialties. The role also includes attendance at deliveries, new born assessments, and involvement in the Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU), providing valuable neonatal experience alongside broad general paediatric exposure.
The Location
Whangārei, known as the “Meeting Place of the Pacific,” is at the heart of Northland - one of New Zealand’s most scenic coastal regions, with a subtropical climate, rich Māori and European history, and a vibrant cultural mix. With white sandy beaches, native forests, and high sunshine hours, it’s a top lifestyle and holiday destination.
Enjoy world-class scuba diving, fishing, sailing, surfing, golfing, or swimming with dolphins, plus al fresco dining and bustling social experiences. Whangārei also has a busy domestic airport and is just a two-hour drive from Auckland.
Find out more about Whangarei and the Northland region
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.