House Officer Positions - 2027 Annual Recruitment Cycle

Taranaki House Officer & Senior House Officer Roles (PGY2+) — 2027 Recruitment Cycle

Taranaki | Permanent Full‑Time | Training & Non‑Training Roles

Employer: Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora 

Location: Taranaki (New Plymouth & wider region) 

Type: Permanent, Full‑time 

Start: 2027 clinical year

We are seeking applicants to fill House Officer and Senior House Officer roles in Taranaki for 2027 in all departments

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the role

PGY2+ 2027 Positions Available

Choose the runs that ignite your passion — all from a single application:

• Medical (including OPHRS & Psychiatry)
• Surgical
• Vascular (SHO)
• Orthopaedics
• Emergency Medicine
• Paediatrics

• Obstetrics & Gynaecology

   

• General Relief / Medical Admitting

Please click here to view the run descriptions.

Whether you’re building toward a specialty or exploring your options, Taranaki offers a breadth of experience that accelerates your development.

Why Taranaki? Because Life Happens Outside the Hospital Too

Imagine finishing a shift and choosing between:

• Surfing world‑class breaks
• Hiking through lush native bush
• Exploring art galleries, festivals, and a thriving café scene
• Skiing on Mt Taranaki — and yes, you really can ski and surf in the same day

Taranaki blends adventure, culture, and community in a way few regions can match. It’s a place where you can build your career and your lifestyle.

Who Thrives Here

You’ll be a great fit if you:

• Bring enthusiasm, curiosity, and a commitment to patient‑centred care
• Are eligible for (or already hold) General Registration with MCNZ
• Can articulate your strengths and motivations — especially for specialty runs like ED, O&G, and Paediatrics
• Want to work in a system grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi and dedicated to equitable care for all New Zealanders

If you’re the kind of doctor who wants to feel valued, supported, and part of something bigger, you’ll feel right at home.

Ready to Make a Move That Matters?

If you share our values and want to grow in a region that offers both professional challenge and personal freedom, we’d love to hear from you.

Join us — and make 2027 the year your career truly takes off.

How to Apply

Click “Apply Now” to submit your application. Applications close Monday, 8 June 2026.

For questions, contact: Abbey Osborne Resident Medical Officer Support Unit Manager Abbey.Osborne@tdhb.org.nz

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