Find your next rewarding doctor job in New Zealand
Join the thousands of doctors we’ve already helped make the move to a rewarding career and a new lifestyle in Australia.
As one of the only medical recruitment agencies with in-house regulatory and migration agents, we offer all our doctors guidance and support with AHPRA and medical college registration, immigration visas and Medicare provider numbers. Our team is there to help you throughout the whole recruitment and relocation process.
To learn more about working as a doctor in New Zealand, register your details and one of our recruitment consultants will contact you to discuss how we can help.
What are the benefits of working as a Doctor in New Zealand?
With its breathtaking scenery, vibrant cities and enviable quality of life, New Zealand is a top destination choice for doctors looking for a career and lifestyle change. Medical jobs in New Zealand are highly sought after and it is estimated that NZ will require 380 extra Specialist Doctors every year to meet the OECD average by 2021.
There are a range of benefits to living and working in New Zealand, including
- A modern and efficient healthcare system, both public and private
- Well-regulated hours facilitate a good work-life balance
- Good education, housing and transport networks
- Relatively favourable tax system for your earnings and asset
Read about UK doctor Nigel Giles, an Orthopaedic Surgeon who made the move to New Zealand, and how the positive culture of the hospital he works at makes his Surgery job really rewarding.
Start your medical journey in New Zealand
Wavelength has longstanding relationships with hospitals across the North and South Islands in New Zealand and can assist doctors across all medical specialities to find permanent and fixed-term contracts as well as locum jobs.The Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) provides registration pathways for overseas Specialist Doctors looking to work in New Zealand, depending on education, background, qualifications and experience. Applications for registration take between one to six months and our experienced Regulatory and Migration team will ensure the entire process is as seamless as possible.
To begin your medical career in New Zealand, register your details below and we will contact you to discuss your career aspirations and the opportunities we have on offer. By registering, you will also receive our comprehensive guide about ‘Living and Working in New Zealand’ with useful tips about the entire medical job search and relocation process.
Ready to start your New Zealand adventure?
Why the first stop on your international adventure is Wavelength
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"Wavelength really extended themselves to give me excellent support in my move to a new country for work. In fact, support from the entire Wavelength team was outstanding, especially considering I was on the other side of the world."
Dr Marcus
General Practitioner -
"Wavelength was so helpful in assisting me with all the intricacies involved in finding work in another country. Nothing was too much trouble and I was kept informed at all stages. So, if like me you are thinking of expanding your horizons. I cannot recommend Wavelength highly enough to help achieve your ambitions. Are there better agencies? I doubt it."
Dr Robert
Consultant Anaesthetist -
"I find the people at Wavelength to be friendly, and helpful and to always have a positive outlook on the project at hand. They listen to my needs and act in my interest. The information they provide on each job is excellent and informative, and everyone has made me feel very welcome. I would definitely recommend Wavelength to a friend."
Dr Jeff
Consultant Surgeon