Head Medical are seeking post foundation doctors for General Medicine opportunities in sub-tropical Whangarei.

You will be part of a dynamic team and gain exposure to a variety of rare conditions.
Relaxed lifestyle in a subtropical climate just 2 hours from Auckland
Rotations available within cardiology, diabetes, respiratory medicine, nephrology and oncology
Gateway to the beautiful Bay of Islands, world class diving and sailing, and other relaxing lifestyle options
12 month contract - October/ November 2024 commencement
The Hospital
You will be part of a dynamic team working closely with Consultants which means you are able to widen your practice as your skills grow. The team consists of Registrars and Consultants with sub-specialty interests in cardiology, diabetes, respiratory medicine, nephrology, haematology and oncology. This is a regional hospital providing secondary care services to a large rural region and you can expect a range of rare conditions including rheumatic fever, tuberculosis and meningococcal disease. There is close supervision in acute and outpatient settings. There is an active clinical training programme with didactic sessions, interactive based teaching, journal club and video conferencing.
The Location
Whangarei is called the “Meeting place of the Pacific” because of its many international yachting visitors and the Northland region boasts some of the most scenic and exciting coastal areas of NZ in a subtropical climate. Its rich in Maori and European history, some of the oldest traces of Maori settlement can be found here and newcomers will experience a real connection with the culture and way of life.
With its high sunshine hours and fantastic natural environment, including white sandy beaches and native forests, it has the reputation of being one of the country’s premier tourist and lifestyle destinations, and is a popular holiday choice for both Kiwis and international visitors. As a result, the region has developed into a real melting pot of cultures, which provides valuable exposure and experiences both professionally and socially.
You can enjoy al fresco dining, world class scuba diving, fishing, sailing, golfing, surfing, swimming with dolphins and so much more. Popular water recreation areas include the Bay of Islands and Poor Knights Islands Reserves.
Whangarei has a busy domestic airport, as well as easy access transport links to Auckland, New Zealand’s largest city which is only a two-hour drive away.
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. 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.

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