Paediatricians - Positions available throughout Aotearoa New Zealand
- Take the next step in your Paediatric career in beautiful New Zealand as a Paediatrician
- Advance your career working in a multidisciplinary team across general paediatrician, behavioural and developmental, surgical and medical, and emergency medicine specialities
- Full-time, permanent and fixed-term positions available across New Zealand in Christchurch, Wellington, Auckland, Napier, Rotorua, Timaru, Palmerston North and Gisborne
About you
Exciting opportunities are available for qualified Paediatricians (Senior Medical Officers) who want to make a positive impact while working in a dynamic, multidisciplinary, and supportive team. We are looking for Paediatricians who are passionate about delivering quality care to our patients. Our Paediatric teams provides inpatient, outpatient and community services around the country. Roles are available across the country in a variety of hospitals and services.
Positions are available across New Zealand in Christchurch, Wellington, Auckland, Napier, Rotorua, Timaru, Palmerston North and Gisborne with immediate start dates, or you can speak with our recruitment team about your plans to move to New Zealand.
To work as a Paediatrician (Senior Medical Officer) in New Zealand, you must become registered to practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand. Practitioners must meet competency standards and hold Annual Practicing Certificates (APCs) to work safely and effectively. More information can be found on our careers site; search for 'Paediatrician'.
Call New Zealand home
Once offered a position, our internal health immigration team can provide free support to you and your family with immigrating to New Zealand. This workforce is on the New Zealand immigration green list, so you have the opportunity for permanent residency in New Zealand.
One of the best things about living and working in New Zealand is the opportunity to experience nature, outdoor adventure and vibrant cities so close to where you live and work. You're never far away from your next adventure in New Zealand with access to hiking, skiing, mountain biking, and water sports, as well as fine dining and diving into traditional experiences to learn more about Māori culture all across the country.
Salary and benefits
Senior Medical Officers receive 6 weeks of annual leave and 12 paid public holidays, giving you time to explore our beautiful country and raise a family in our diverse communities. Along with your base salary as a Senior Medical Officer, you will have an annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance of NZ $16K (pro-rated for part-time employees), reimbursement of your registration and practicing certificate fees and your professional indemnity insurance is covered by Health New Zealand.
Senior Medical Officers receive a base salary relative to their level of experience.
- Medical Officers annual salaries range NZ $142K - NZ $210K plus allowances
- Medical Specialists annual salaries range NZ $185K - NZ $267K plus allowances
Additional allowances are paid on top of base salary and vary due to location and service.
Working for Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome all applications including those from diverse Māori, Pacific disabled and rainbow communities.
How to apply
Please click 'apply now' to move forward. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have questions, please email our recruiters internationalrecruitmentcentre@tewhatuora.govt.nz
Clinical Genetics Fellow - Wellington or Christchurch
Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Whatu Ora
Location: Wellington Hospital
Service: Genetic Health Service NZ (GHSNZ)
Contract: 2 Years Fixed-Term, full time
Salary: As per RMO SECAs
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
We seek a clinical genetics fellow to join our existing team in Wellington. The advanced training (fellowship) period in New Zealand is fixed-term for two years with an expectation that training will be completed after a third year based in a clinical genetics service in Australia.
You should be appropriately qualified, with a keen interest in the clinical genetics speciality.
If you see your future in our Genetic Health Service NZ team, please feel free to contact us to discuss further.
Mō tō mātou rōpū - About our team
Genetic Health Service NZ (GHSNZ is a multidisciplinary national service with clinical diagnostic, genetic counselling and genetic laboratory components.
Capital, Coast and Hutt Valley district currently provides two Hubs for GHSNZ, based in Christchurch (South Island Hub) and Wellington (Central Hub). The two Hubs provide clinical genetics services to 50% of the population of NZ, from Taranaki in the North Island to Invercargill at the southern tip of the South Island. Clinical staff in the two Hubs are part of the national service and work closely with colleagues in the Northern Hub based in Auckland.
Moū - About you
- Qualification from an appropriate Medical body, evidence of registration with the relevant medical council and appropriate professional body affiliations.
- Passed RACP examinations or equivalent
- Keen interest in both working and training in clinical genetics
E pā ana ki a tatou - About us
Here at Capital, Coast and Hutt Valley we embrace diversity and welcome applications from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disability and religions. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and serve our community.
Capital, Coast and Hutt Valley are a pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.
To find out more about us click on the following link:
Capital and Coast
Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply
Click the apply now button to send your application directly to us. For further information on this role please email RMO_Recruitment@ccdhb.org.nz and indicate the job title and vacancy number (RMO_36_25) in the subject line.
Consultant General Paediatrician (0.75 FTE) - Rotorua Hospital - 6 Month fixed term role
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Consultant General Paediatrician to join our team at Rotorua Hospital on a fixed part-time basis (0.75 FTE)
Health NZ Lakes – Rotorua & Taupō Hospitals
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, patient and whānau-centred care, and excellence.
Mō te tūranga / About the role
This position offers an exciting opportunity to work within a vibrant and supportive environment, providing exceptional paediatric care to the diverse community in Lakes region across Rotorua and Taupō hospital sites. The role is primarily ambulatory based with no inpatient or after hours all service. The role involves assessing and managing a broad spectrum of paediatric conditions. You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, contributing to both clinical practice and service development.
The current paediatric team consists of eleven specialists general paediatricians with a full range of subspecialty interests, a senior registrar/ fellow, three junior registrars and dedicated paediatric SHO support. Our team has well established referral links with tertiary centres for support.
The department is accredited by RACP for basic general paediatric training and the rural component of advances paediatric training
Rotorua hospital is a teaching site for 5th and 6th year medical students from the University of Auckland Medical School.
About you
- Full registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (or suitable qualification recognized in NZ).
- Specialist qualification in Paediatric Medicine (e.g., FRACP or equivalent).
- Demonstrated experience and interest in behavioural or developmental paediatrics.
- Maintains a high standard of clinical practice with a commitment to ongoing professional development.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and cultural competency.
Mō Tātou | About us
Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupō, New Zealand. The Lakes district is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities such as mountain biking, skiing, and fishing. Family friendly beaches are also an hour’s drive away. The Lakes district has a growing multi-cultural community and is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience in an excellent and supportive work environment.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou / What we offer
- Competitive salary
- Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance for successful long term and permanent appointments
- A supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment
- Free staff parking
- Free flu vaccination
- Discounts (with local businesses)
- Access to Employee Assistance Program
Awhe utu / Salary range
$ 185,380 to $ 267,980 pro-rated to hours worked plus Senior Medical Officer allowances as per ASMS MECA.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply
To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click “apply now” or visit our careers page at https://www.lakesdhb.govt.nz.
Become part of a forward-thinking team committed to delivering outstanding healthcare while enjoying the amazing lifestyle that Rotorua offers. We invite you to apply and explore the rewarding opportunities this role and location have to offer.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Te Whatu Ora Lakes Rotorua Hospital whānau!
Patai | Questions?
For further information or to discuss this position, please contact either; šárka Davídková, Head of Department of Paediatrics, Sarka.davidkova@lakesdhb.govt.nz and or Casey Kiernan, Service Manager for Woman, Child and Family, Casey.Kiernan@lakesdhb.govt.nz
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Project Coordinator: Pacific Paediatrician Medical Specialty Pathway
About the Project: The Pacific Paediatrician Medical Specialty Pathway is a new initiative designed to strengthen and grow the Pacific child health workforce in Aotearoa. Hosted by the Paediatric Society of New Zealand | Te Kāhui Mātai Arotamariki o Aotearoa (PSNZ), this project supports Pacific medical graduates in entering and thriving in the challenging six-year pathway to becoming paediatricians.
This work is grounded in Pacific values of alofa (love and service), tautua (serving our communities), and tino rangatiratanga (self-determination and cultural strength). It is about more than training; it’s about creating a community of support, connection, and advocacy for Pacific health professionals so that Pacific children, families, and communities receive care that is culturally grounded and clinically excellent.
About the Role: We are seeking a part-time Project Coordinator to support the implementation and visibility of this exciting initiative. This is a flexible, contract role for approximately 60–80 hours over 12 months, reporting to the project leads and supported administratively by PSNZ.
This is a paid opportunity, and we are particularly interested in expressions of interest from individuals of Pacific descent. You might be:
- A Pacific medical student or graduate
- A health sciences trainee
- Someone with lived experience and a strong passion for Pacific health equity
- A community connector with experience in administration or communications
This is a chance to work closely with leading Pacific clinicians and community experts to deliver meaningful change.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate events such as face-to-face hui and online webinars
- Support the development and ongoing maintenance of a dedicated Pacific paediatrician webpage
- Assist with communications and engagement activities (with support from the PSNZ Communications Manager)
- Track progress and help report on project milestones
- Work collaboratively with the project team to sustain momentum and build relationships
We are looking for someone who brings:
- A strong connection to Pacific identity, values and community
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal
- A proactive, organised approach to getting things done
- Strong digital skills and the ability to work remotely
- An understanding of the barriers facing Pacific trainees in the health system, and a commitment to supporting equity
What You’ll Gain
- A unique opportunity to support Pacific health leadership and systemic change
- Mentoring and guidance from senior Pacific clinicians
- Experience in project coordination, health equity, and stakeholder engagement
- Flexible hours to fit around study, work or whānau commitments
- A contribution to a legacy of improved outcomes for Pacific children in Aotearoa
How to apply: Please email a short statement (no more than 1 page) outlining:
- Why you’re interested in this role
- What you would bring to the project
- Any relevant experience (formal or informal)
You may also attach a CV if you have one, but this is not required.
Send your EOI to admin@paediatrics.org.nz with the subject line: EOI – Pacific Pathway Project Coordinator
Expressions of interest close: 5.00pm, 30 October 2025
