Whangārei Hospital
Commencing January 2025
Achieving the best health outcomes for our patients starts with expecting the best from ourselves, and right now Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora – Northland District is looking for exceptional General Medical Registrars to join our team in January 2025.
At Health New Zealand – Northland District, the passion and pride of Northlanders resonate throughout our work. Based in one of New Zealand’s most stunning and accessible locations, our team is dedicated to delivering healthcare tailored to our region’s distinct needs.
Whangārei is the largest hospital in Northland, providing secondary care services for the region, supported by four regional hospitals. Due to the population make up and the unselected nature of our admissions, our Registrars gain experience managing a wide variety of conditions including rarer conditions such as rheumatic fever, tuberculosis and meningococcal disease.
About our Service and General Medicine Registrar Role

• Accredited for 24 months basic training and 12 months advanced physician training with RACP.
• An active clinical training programme with didactic sessions, interactive based teaching, journal club and videoconferencing of RACP lectures.
• Provision of close supervision for trainees in acute and outpatient settings, allied with a commitment to teaching
• Rotations in the following specialties:
  • General Medicine
  • Cardiology
  • Geriatric and Stroke
  • Haematology
  • Oncology
  • Renal
  • Acute Care of Elderly

Please advise preference upon application.
You will be part of a dynamic team of Medical Registrars and Consultants with special interests in cardiology, diabetes, respiratory medicine, nephrology and oncology. Working closely with your consultant means you can widen your practice as your skills grow.
A career with Health New Zealand – Northland will see you action meaningful change in the region we love and in your professional development – all whilst enjoying everything the stunning North has to offer. You really can enjoy the best of both. If you want to grow as a clinician, reinforce skills, or broaden your experience you need to speak with us.
Northland covers an area of 12,600 square kilometres and has a population of approximately 201,000. As a region Northland is renowned for its beautiful beaches and relaxed lifestyle.
https://www.northlandnz.com/visit/ / http://www.whangareinz.com/
Before applying you must have either general registration or be eligible for registration with the New Zealand Medical Council (www.mcnz.org.nz). Check if you’re eligible here: Registration self assessment tool | Medical Council (mcnz.org.nz)
Please provide three written references upon applying for this position.
Reference template for National application is attached.
Reference template for International applications is located at RP6 (mcnz.org.nz)
For further information, please email RMO.Unit@northlanddhb.org.nz or visit our website www.northlanddhb.org.nz
Health New Zealand is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and holds stewardship for equitable health outcomes for Māori as Tāngata Whenua as the highest priority.
Our people live our Values:
Tangata I te tuatahi People First – People are central to all we do
Whakaute (tuku mana) Respect – We treat others as they would like to be treated
Manaaki Caring – We nurture those around us, and treat all with dignity and compassion
Whakawhitiwhiti korero Communication – We communicate safely, openly and with respect to promote clear understanding
Taumata teitei (hiranga) Excellence – Our attitude of excellence inspires success, competence, confidence and innovation
Vacancy No: MDR2025
Closes: Ongoing
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