Positions Available for 2026 Training Year- House Officers PGY2+
· Location: Auckland Region
· Employment type: Permanent Full time
· Comprehensive teaching programmes
· Safe rosters
· Variety of clinical presentations
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, whānau-centered care, and excellence.
About the Role
World class training and easy access to trainers and supervisors
We will provide you with protected teaching time under the supervision and mentorship of our passionate and knowledgeable senior clinicians. Each of our hospitals provide a comprehensive teaching programme and other learning opportunities including Grand Rounds, Journal Clubs and Bedside Teaching.
Great work life balance
We have implemented rosters with structured days off to ensure that you will be safe, rested and able to enjoy all that New Zealand has to offer. Auckland consistently ranks as one of the most liveable cities in the world – with its stunning natural landscapes, mix of cultures and world class entertainment. Auckland is a young, energetic city which offers beautiful beaches, an abundance of outdoor activities, world famous hiking trails and incredible entertainment and nightlife.
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Unique exposure to clinical and cultural settings
We will involve you with our diverse patient base and demographic population (there are more than 200 ethnic communities in Auckland). You will get a huge variety of clinical presentations and pathologies so you can decide how this influences your learning and future speciality focus or career pathway.
When completing your application, you will be asked to select when you are available to commence work.
Rotation dates below:
Quarter 1: 19 January 2026
Quarter 2: 20 April 2026
Quarter 3: 20 July 2026
Quarter 4: 19 October 2026
Flexible start dates may be available.
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness’. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.
What you need to apply
· General Scope of Registration with Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) if you are a NZ/AU Graduate.
· Have at least 2 years post graduate experience and hold General Registration, if you are from UK or any other comparable health system country.
· Have completed Internship (1 year) and General Registration, if applying from Ireland.
This is what our House Officers have to say about working in Auckland https://youtu.be/X32VMdd70ZI?si=2rpCDIBgKpeYdQc-
How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact our recruitment & allocations team http://www.aucklanddoctors.co.nz/contact/recruitmentallocations/
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
We are here to help you every step of the way and can guide you through relocation, immigration, Medical Council New Zealand registration and settlement when you arrive in NZ. To help us make this easy for you, please include all of the required documents with your application as only complete applications will be considered - Link to required documents. Make sure you also electronically sign your application.
This position is a Core Children's worker under the Vulnerable Children's Act in New Zealand & requires full safety checks completed before any new employee starts.