Build your career in General Medicine in one of NZ’s most beautiful regions!
Ideal for post-foundation doctors seeking international experience!
Head Medical is currently recruiting for a General Medicine rotational post at Whakatāne Hospital, located in New Zealand’s stunning Bay of Plenty region. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience across Oncology, Haematology, and General Medicine, all within a supportive and progressive hospital environment.
- Diverse clinical exposure – rotate through General Medicine, Oncology & Haematology
- Live the beach life – relax after shifts on white sand beaches or hike through native forests
- Warm, welcoming community – Whakatāne offers an unbeatable mix of lifestyle and learning
- Commencing October 2025 – 12 month contract
- Salary -$96,870-$131,535 NZD per annum ( depending on experience)
The Role:
Whakatāne Hospital is a modern 110-bed facility serving the Eastern Bay of Plenty community ( population circa. 230,000). It forms part of the wider Te Whatu Ora – Bay of Plenty network, which also includes Tauranga Hospital.
- Known for its strong focus on Māori health and commitment to reducing inequalities
- Offers a collaborative environment, with regular teaching sessions and ongoing clinical development
- Work across General Medicine, Oncology, and Haematology
- Join a close-knit, consultant-led team focused on mentorship and skill development
- Exposure to diverse and complex caseloads, enhancing your clinical judgement
The Location
Whakatāne offers an unbeatable combination of lifestyle and location. Situated in the Eastern Bay of Plenty, it’s known for its warm climate, natural beauty, and relaxed pace of life — ideal for doctors looking to strike the right balance between meaningful work and quality downtime.
Enjoy:
- Over 50km of pristine coastline – including Ōhope Beach, regularly voted New Zealand’s most loved beach
- Incredible outdoor lifestyle – surfing, paddleboarding, mountain biking, hiking, fishing, and kayaking all on your doorstep
- A welcoming and laid-back community – perfect for those looking to settle somewhere peaceful yet well-connected
- Proximity to key hubs – just 1 hour to Tauranga (NZ’s fastest growing city) and 3.5 hours to Auckland
- Easy travel options – daily flights to Auckland make international and domestic connections simple
Whether it’s an early morning surf, a weekend hike, or simply soaking up the coastal charm, Whakatāne offers the kind of lifestyle most only dream of.
Find out more about the region here Bay of Plenty and Whakatane
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.