Trade the burnout cycle for a world-class clinical move. Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is inviting UK and Irish-trained Emergency Medicine Registrars to join us.

If you're looking to move to a system that values your time, your clinical autonomy, and your life outside the hospital, New Zealand is ready for you

Why UK and Irish Registrars choose New Zealand:

• Contracted for balance: Enjoy 6 weeks of annual leave plus 12 public holidays. Our rosters are structured to ensure you have the capacity to explore the landscapes you've been eyeing - from the peaks to the coast
• Strategic career growth: Move beyond training bottlenecks. Gain hands-on procedural experience and senior-led supervision in an accredited system. Whether you are in a formal training program or a non-training role, your time in New Zealand is recognised toward your clinical experience and seniority
• A supportive practice environment: Experience a collegiate culture with a focus on high-quality patient care. New Zealand's unique "no-fault" ACC system provides a non-adversarial framework for patient injuries, allowing you to practice with confidence in a supportive, professional culture
• Financial certainty: Our Run Category system provides a transparent, predictable salary based on your rostered hours. Say goodbye to the administrative burden of chasing un-rostered overtime and enjoy clear financial certainty from day one
• Clinical standards: You'll find clinical standards and professional expectations very similar to home, but within a system designed to offer a greater focus on clinical autonomy and professional well-being
• Choose your pace: From our major tertiary hubs in Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch to the hands-on variety and close-knit communities of our regional districts, we have roles to fit every career goal

The New Zealand advantage

Moving across the globe is a significant step; we make the transition as seamless as possible:

• Streamlined registration: UK and Irish-trained doctors follow a well-established registration path. Our team provides dedicated support to help you navigate the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) requirements
• A direct path to residency: For those looking for a long-term change, doctors are on Tier 1 of Immigration NZ's Green List, offering a "Straight to Residence" pathway that secures your future in Aotearoa New Zealand
• Global recognition: Experience gained in New Zealand hospitals is highly regarded, ensuring your time abroad adds significant clinical value to your international portfolio

A competitive global package:

• Inclusive salaries: Registrar salaries are competitive and structured for simplicity. Your total salary is determined by your run category, removing the need for manual timesheets
• Full support: We provide employer pension contributions (6% if eligible), cover your professional indemnity insurance, and offer dedicated relocation assistance to help you get across the globe
• Professional growth: Access protected teaching time, dedicated study/exam leave, and specific funding for your continuing education

Key requirements:

• Grade: Registrar (CT1-ST8 / SHO-Registrar)
• Experience: Preferably six months in Emergency Medicine runs (Paediatric Emergency Medicine is counted), and a minimum of twp years clinical experience in a competent/comparable health care system
• Registration: Eligible for MCNZ registration

How to apply

Ready to trade the burnout cycle for a better rhythm of life?

Click 'apply now' to visit our website, view our live off-cycle vacancies, and submit your details directly to our recruitment teams. If you have questions, please email our recruiters [email protected]

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website.