Resident Medical Officers (RMOs)

Northland

What we're proud of

Professional Experience

Whangārei Hospital is a 309-bed general hospital offering a full range of secondary care. Small team sizes allow RMOs the opportunity to do procedures and manage interesting and complex cases, such as rheumatic fever, tuberculosis, and meningococcal disease. Most consultants are generalists, providing a wide range of clinical exposure.

Great Training

We provide twice-weekly House Officer education sessions, including Radiology. Training is hands-on and well-supervised. We have close links with Auckland Hospital and other tertiary centres for specialist outreach clinics and educational support. College-accredited Registrar training roles are available in most specialties.

Friendly Working Conditions

Our environment is friendly and supportive, with strong camaraderie among RMOs. You will work closely with supervising Consultants and Registrars and be well supported throughout your training.

Wonderful Facilities

Enjoy our RMO lounge, equipped with two PCs, Internet access, TV, and study resources. Additional staff benefits include:

• Two large secure staff car parks

• Free on-site 20-metre outdoor pool

• Free on-site staff gym

• Two on-site cafeterias

• Staff discounts at participating businesses

• An experienced recruitment team to assist with registration

• Affordable rental accommodation and coastal lifestyle options within 20–40 minutes of the hospital

• A large, modern staff library with extensive print and digital resources including e-journals, textbooks, and databases like UpToDate, Ovid Medline, and more

• 24-hour library access with quiet and group study rooms, PCs, and printing/scanning facilities

House Officer Rotations:

Registrar Positions:

Contact

Email: RMO.Unit@northlanddhb.org.nz

Phone: +64 9 430 4101

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Auckland Te Toka Tumai (Central Auckland)

Hospitals

Auckland City Hospital - A major tertiary referral centre offering a wide range of specialties, including complex surgical and medical services. Affiliated with the University of Auckland.

Greenlane Clinical Centre - Centre for outpatient services and day stay surgery, located in Epsom.

Starship Children's Hospital - Specialist children's hospital treating ~100,000 children annually with complex conditions. Connected to Auckland City Hospital.

RMO Specialties

Paediatric RMO Specialties

Contact

Visit the Auckland Doctors' website here for all contacts

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Waitematā (North & West Auckland)

Hospitals in Waitematā

North Shore Hospital - 663-bed secondary and sub-specialty hospital in Takapuna, offering wide RMO exposure in general medicine, surgery, orthopaedics, and geriatrics.

Waitakere Hospital - 159-bed secondary hospital in Henderson providing acute and elective services including paediatrics, rehab, ED, and maternity care.

Community Mental Health Services - Regional mental health services offering acute assessments, short-term treatment, and specialised care in the northern and western Auckland region.

RMO Specialties

Contact

Visit the Auckland Doctors' website here for all contacts

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Counties Manukau (South Auckland)

Hospitals

Middlemore Hospital in Ōtāhuhu, Auckland, is a major tertiary hospital with approximately 800 beds. It serves as the primary training site for RMOs in the region, offering a comprehensive range of medical and surgical services, including emergency, maternity, mental health, oncology, and specialist outpatient services.

Manukau Surgery Centre provides day surgery services and elective and acute arranged surgery for patients. It has 10 operating theatres, 2 procedure rooms, and 78 inpatient beds. RMOs may rotate here for surgical experience.

Kidz First Children's Hospital offers medical care, developmental, emotional, and social support for children, young people, and their families. RMOs interested in paediatrics can gain valuable experience here.

Manukau SuperClinic™ and Botany SuperClinic provide specialist outpatient appointments and day procedures across various modules, including orthopaedics, anaesthetics, ENT, paediatrics, ophthalmology, neurology, general medicine, oncology, and women's health. RMOs may have outpatient rotations in these facilities.

Tiaho Mai offers residential care supporting people with mental health problems during a crisis. RMOs in psychiatry rotations may be placed here.

Birthing & Maternity Services provide birthing facilities, pregnancy education classes, antenatal care, outpatient, and postnatal care. RMOs in obstetrics and gynaecology rotations will gain experience in these services.

RMO Specialties

Contact

Visit the Auckland Doctors' website here for all contacts

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Hospitals in Waikato District

Waikato Hospital is a major tertiary hospital with over 700 beds, providing a comprehensive range of medical and surgical services. It serves as the primary training site for Resident Medical Officers (RMOs) in the Waikato region.

Thames Hospital is a 30-bed secondary hospital offering general medical, surgical, maternity, and emergency care services. RMOs may rotate to Thames Hospital for various specialties.

RMO Specialties

Contact

Email: RMORecruitment@waikatodhb.health.nz

Lakes District

What we're proud of

Train With the Best

• Hands-On Learning: Get involved from day one – this is not a place where you’ll just observe!

• Supportive Teaching: Excellent formal teaching and mentorship from approachable senior staff

• Diverse Clinical Exposure: Wide variety of clinical runs with a strong emphasis on Māori Health and serving a multicultural community

Enjoy the Perks

• Modern facilities with a short, stress-free commute

• FREE parking and secure bike storage

• Grand Rounds every Friday to keep you connected and learning

• Relax in the RMO Lounge or connect with colleagues via our active Social Club

• Feel fully supported by our dedicated Medical Management Unit (MMU) team — we’re with you every step of the way

Hospitals in the Lakes District

Rotorua Hospital

Rotorua Hospital is a truly unique regional training hub nestled in the heart of the Central North Island. Here, world-class medical learning meets an unforgettable lifestyle. It's a 233-bed secondary hospital providing a wide range of medical and surgical services, including emergency, maternity, mental health, oncology, and specialist outpatient services. It serves as the primary training site for Resident Medical Officers (RMOs) in the region.

Taupō Hospital

Nestled on the shores of the stunning Lake Taupō, with a backdrop of snow-capped mountains and endless adventure, Taupō Hospital offers a rare blend of professional fulfilment and lifestyle bliss. Here’s why our team loves it here — and why you will too: whether you’re early in your training or looking to broaden your skills in a rural setting, Taupō Hospital offers a truly unique learning environment where your contributions have a real impact. 

Work in a Supportive, Close-Knit Hospital

• Feel Valued: As a smaller rural hospital, your work truly matters — you’ll be a vital part of the team.

• Broaden Your Skills: With varied presentations and a hands-on environment, you’ll gain exceptional rural generalist experience.

• Strong Team Spirit: Our culture is warm, collegial, and inclusive — everyone knows your name and has your back.

• Great Teaching: You’ll have access to structured learning, ongoing professional development, and guidance from experienced clinicians. 

Taupō Life = Work + Wellness

Here, you can have both a rewarding medical career and an incredible life outside of work. Whether you’re into trail running, mountain biking, photography, or just a good coffee with a view, Taupō is the perfect base.

We’re currently seeking passionate and adventurous clinicians for the following positions:

• Rural Hospital Medicine Registrar

• Emergency Medicine Registrar

• Anaesthesia Registrar 

RMO specialties

Contact

Email: amy.mansell@lakesdhb.govt.nz

Phone: +64 7 349 7955

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Hospitals in the Bay of Plenty

Tauranga Hospital

A 349-bed regional hospital providing a comprehensive range of medical and surgical services, including emergency, maternity, mental health, oncology, and specialist outpatient services. It serves as the primary training site for Resident Medical Officers (RMOs) in the region.

House Officer Rotations

Whakatāne Hospital 

A 110-bed facility offering inpatient, outpatient, and community-based services. Some RMOs may rotate to Whakatāne depending on their specialty and training pathway.

House Officer Rotations

Contact

Email: medicalstaffing@bopdhb.govt.nz

Hospitals in the Tairāwhiti Gisborne District

Gisborne Hospital: A 191-bed secondary hospital providing a wide range of acute and specialist services.

RMO Specialties

Contact

Email: HauoraTairawhiti.Recruitment@tdh.org.nz

Hospitals in Taranaki

Taranaki Base Hospital in New Plymouth is the largest hospital in the region, providing a comprehensive range of medical and surgical services, including emergency, maternity, mental health, oncology, and specialist outpatient services. It serves as the primary training site for Resident Medical Officers (RMOs) in the region.

Hāwera Hospital offers inpatient beds with private en suites, four maternity beds, a fully equipped birthing room, and a 24-hour emergency department. It also provides outpatient and community services, including mental health, district, allied health, and public health services.

RMO Specialties

Contact

Email: recruitment@tdhb.org.nz

Phone: +64 6 753 6139

Whanganui

What we are proud of:

Whanganui is a unique and vibrant part of New Zealand, known for its natural beauty, rich history, and thriving arts scene. With affordable housing, low living costs, and a strong sense of community, it’s a great place to live, train, and work.

Whanganui Hospital has 138 beds and offers a range of RMO specialties. We support a healthy work–life balance and pride ourselves on providing hands-on clinical exposure in a smaller, supportive team environment. RMOs benefit from close supervision and excellent access to senior medical staff, making Whanganui an ideal place to begin or continue your medical career.

You’ll gain broad clinical exposure to a variety of interesting and challenging cases, and enjoy two hours of protected teaching time each week, delivered by clinicians passionate about their specialties.

RMO specialties available:

We have training and non-training positions in the following areas:

Contact:

Email: Kent.Wilkins@wdhb.org.nz

Phone: +64 6 348 1229

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Hawke’s Bay

What we are proud of:

Hawke’s Bay offers a dynamic and collegial work environment with a strong focus on staff wellbeing and support. RMOs benefit from comprehensive teaching programmes including Grand Rounds, specialty-specific clinical meetings, pathology and radiology discussions, and weekly teaching sessions.

Why choose Hawke’s Bay:

Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital is a 364-bed regional hospital located in Hastings on the east coast of the North Island. As one of New Zealand’s largest provincial hospitals, it provides a wide range of acute and elective services and serves a regional population of over 180,000 people across Hawke’s Bay, Wairoa, and Central Hawke’s Bay. Most specialties are available on site, with the exception of cardiothoracic surgery, plastics, and neurosurgery.

We are large enough to offer variety, clinical challenge, and high-quality learning opportunities, yet small enough to foster strong collegial relationships and a healthy work–life balance. With short commutes and over 200 km of cycle trails connecting Napier, Hastings, and Clive, getting around is easy and enjoyable.

The region is known for its outstanding weather, scenic landscapes, beaches, and outdoor recreational opportunities. With a thriving food and wine culture, vibrant arts scene, and welcoming communities, Hawke’s Bay is a fantastic place to live, work, and train.

RMO specialties available:

We have training and non-training positions across the following clinical areas:

Contact:

Email: rmo.recruitment@hbdhb.govt.nz

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MidCentral

What we are proud of:

MidCentral District offers excellent training and non-training opportunities for house officers, senior house officers, and registrars across a wide range of specialty services. Each run includes dedicated SMO support to maximise learning opportunities, with plenty of hands-on clinical experience.

The district serves a population of approximately 200,000, with a diverse demographic: 22% Māori, 3% Pacific, and 26% living in high deprivation. Palmerston North and Levin are refugee resettlement areas, contributing to a rich cultural mix.

Teaching is a priority at every level, with regular departmental and general education sessions including intern teaching, Medicine Grand Rounds, and surgical meetings. As a medium-sized hospital on a compact campus, RMOs quickly get to know colleagues across departments and describe the environment as highly collegial.

Hospitals in the region:

• Palmerston North Hospital – 354 beds. Offers most clinical services except neurosurgery, cardiothoracic surgery, and plastics. Also hosts the regional cancer treatment service for MidCentral, Hawke’s Bay, Whanganui, and Taranaki.

• Levin and Dannevirke Hospitals – Smaller hospitals that do not currently employ RMOs.

RMO specialties available:

We have training and non-training positions across the following clinical areas:

Contact:

Email: lindy.chivell@midcentraldhb.govt.nz

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Hospitals in Capital, Coast and Hutt Valley

Wellington Regional Hospital in Newtown is a 484-bed tertiary-level hospital providing advanced and specialist services, including trauma, neurosurgery, cardiothoracic surgery, and comprehensive adult and paediatric care.

Kenepuru Community Hospital in Porirua is a 131-bed public community hospital providing maternity, medical, surgical, psychogeriatric, and mental health services.

Hutt Hospital in Lower Hutt is a 322-bed secondary hospital providing general medical, surgical, maternity, paediatric, and mental health services.

RMO Specialties

Contact

Email: RMO_Recruitment@ccdhb.org.nz

Hospitals in Wairarapa

Wairarapa Hospital in Masterton is a 92-bed secondary hospital providing 24-hour emergency services and a full range of medical, surgical, obstetric, paediatric, and mental health care to the Wairarapa region.

RMO Specialties

Contact

Email: RMO_Recruitment@ccdhb.org.nz

Hospitals in Nelson Marlborough

Nelson Hospital is a 158-bed secondary hospital providing a wide range of medical and surgical services. It is the primary training site for RMOs in the region, with positions for 46 House Officers and 32 Registrars

Wairau Hospital in Blenheim is a smaller 65-bed facility that offers inpatient, outpatient, and community-based services. Some RMOs may rotate to Wairau depending on their specialty and training pathway. There are 28 House Officer and Generalist Registrar positions.

Teaching

Tuesdays – Grand Round

Wednesdays – Protected Teaching for PGY1’s - 12 Noon to 12.45 pm and 12.45 pm to 1.30 pm Nelson and Wairau Teaching

Thursdays – 12 Noon to 1.00 pm Lifestyle Teaching. 

• Serious Illness Conversation Guide Courses (4 hours)

• CORE – Advanced Cardiac Life Support Courses – full day.

• PROMPT Course – full day.

• Neonatal Life Support Courses – full day.

• Paediatric Life Support Courses – full day.

• Simulations.

External course/conference on application.

Contact

Email: loretta.matheson@nmdhb.govt.nz

Phone: +64 3 546 1800

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West Coast

About us:

The West Coast of the South Island is a rugged, isolated, and breathtakingly beautiful part of New Zealand. Stretching from Karamea in the north to Haast in the south, it is the largest geographical Health New Zealand locality, yet home to a close-knit population of just 32,500. Providing healthcare in this unique environment is both challenging and deeply rewarding.

Our team has fully embraced the Rural Generalist Model, ensuring equitable, high-quality care across our community. The Rural Generalist team is dynamic, multi-disciplinary, and highly skilled—offering you an unparalleled breadth of experience across our rural hospital and community-based services.

Outside of work, the West Coast will inspire you. Whether it’s tramping through ancient rainforests, surfing wild coastlines, mountain biking rugged trails, or kayaking pristine rivers, adventure is just outside your doorstep. Bring your boots, board, bike, and paddle—you’ll need them all!

What you’ll be part of:

A Truly Generalist Experience

Work across primary care, urgent care, emergency medicine, general medicine, paediatrics, orthopaedics, and obstetrics/gynaecology. We are accredited for Rural Hospital Medicine and General Practice Training, with recognised terms for Emergency Medicine (ED) training and ACRRM. Our small team of 13 RMO placements includes RHM registrars, senior house officers, and PGY2 community-based attachments from Canterbury.

Supportive Training & Supervision

Learn from experienced SMOs, RHM Fellows, GPs, and FACEMs committed to developing your clinical confidence, practical skills, and autonomy.

A Multi-Disciplinary Approach

Work with in-house specialists (e.g. obstetrics/gynaecology, general surgery) and benefit from ‘TransAlpine’ partnerships with tertiary specialists for additional support and training.

Hands-On Learning

Encounter varied clinical presentations and participate in weekly tutorials, regular simulation sessions, and emergency responses, including 777 calls, trauma team calls, and work as part of the resuscitation team.

Tailored Career Development 

We offer flexible exposure to anaesthetics, specialist clinics, primary care, and transalpine services to support your individual goals. Negotiable housing options are available.

Why choose the West Coast?

• Be Part of a Close-Knit, Community-Focused Team – Your work will have a direct impact on the lives of our community members.

• Train in One of the Most Unique Rural Settings in NZ – Gain skills that will set you apart as a future leader in rural health.

• Shape the Future of Rural Healthcare – Join us as we continue to innovate and deliver high-quality care directly into patients’ homes and communities.

RMO specialties available:

Contact:

Email: barbara.cook@wcdhb.health.nz

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South Canterbury

Hospitals

Timaru Hospital is a 131-bed secondary hospital providing a range of acute and elective services, including medical, surgical, maternity, paediatric, and mental health care.

What we're proud of

Timaru Hospital has a reputation for being a highly rated place to work, with a very supportive management approach. Our positions require individuals with sound, broad-based clinical ability, a highly cooperative team approach, enthusiasm, excellent interpersonal skills, plus the confidence to accept a substantial degree of clinical responsibility.

In return, we offer the opportunity for significant professional experience and development, aided largely by the size of Timaru Hospital. The absence of Registrars affords close contact between Consultants and House Officers, increasing the potential for teaching as well as providing greater levels of responsibility and exposure to a broader range of clinical experiences (e.g. you are expected to attend theatre sessions to assist Consultants).

RMO Specialties

Contact

Email: abraczek@scdhb.health.nz

Phone: +6427 554 6466

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Roles & opportunities 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora - Canterbury Waitaha is committed to providing RMOs with an excellent training environment across a wide variety of specialties and settings.

You could be part of our team of professionals providing world class health care services across the Canterbury district. We are fortunate enough to have the support of both a METU (Medical Education Training Unit) and a RDST (Resident Doctor Support Team), who will assist you with orientation, training, Medical Council requirements, rostering, and day to day queries. They are co-located in Waipapa Christchurch Hospital and are more than happy to assist you with any questions you may have.

With the completion of our new facilities, such as Manawa and Waipapa, our RMOs now have access to state-of-the-art education and training facilities.

We understand the importance of your RMO years and strive to provide you with the necessary support and advice to help further your career with us.

What we're proud of

As a RMO at Health New Zealand – Canterbury you will have the support of a dedicated SMO, whether or not you are enrolled in a formal training programme.

There is a comprehensive weekly teaching programme that all RMOs are welcome to participate in.

RMO wellbeing is supported through various initiatives.

There are multiple avenues for RMOs to provide feedback, and all feedback is collated and fed forward.

Is Canterbury Waitaha a good fit for you?

Are you excited about working in the largest tertiary hospital in the South Island of New Zealand? We can offer not only state-of-the-art education facilities for you to use, but also a great support system to ensure you have the best experience during your training years with us.

We offer great orientation, supervision, and training support.

We also encourage the development of your speciality interest; supporting research and projects undertaken as part of your training.

For further information on our RMO positions, please email RDST@cdhb.health.nz

Canterbury service descriptions

• Adult Rehabilitation Services

• Anaesthesia

• Anatomical Pathology

• Canterbury Health Laboratories (CHL)

• Cardiology

• Cardiothoracic Surgery

• Clinical Pharmacology

• Community & Public Health

• Dental

• Dermatology

• Emergency Medicine

• Endocrinology and Diabetes

• Endovascular, Vascular and Transplant Surgery

• Gastroenterology Department

• General Medicine

• General Surgery

• Haematology

• HealthPathways

• Infection Management Service

• Intensive Care Services

• Labs

• Microbiology

• Nephrology Service

• Neurology

• Neurosurgery

• Obstetrics and Gynaecology Service

• Older Persons’ Health Specialist Service

• Oncology – Medical

• Oncology – Radiation

• Ophthalmology

• Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

• Orthopaedics

• Otolaryngology

• Paediatric Medicine

• Paediatric Surgery

• Palliative Care

• Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

• Psychiatry Services

• Radiology

• Respiratory Medicine

• Rheumatology and Immunology

• Rural Hospital Medicine – Ashburton Hospital

• Urology

Southern

Hospitals in Southern

Dunedin Hospital is a tertiary-level teaching hospital with 388 beds, serving as the main academic centre for the University of Otago Medical School.

Southland Hospital in Invercargill is a secondary-level facility with 165 beds, offering acute medical, surgical, paediatric, maternity, and mental health services.

What we are proud of

Depending on your preference for general or specialised experiences, we are able to cater to all your training needs. Our Dunedin Hospital site provides excellent access to training opportunities due to the range of specialties and subspecialties. Southland Hospital, based in Invercargill, offers excellent generalised and hands-on experiences in a smaller environment.

Providing care to our patients in the largest geographical district in New Zealand, the populations we treat are varied and can be from a diverse range of backgrounds and locations. We have a strong rural presence with several rural facilities, including Lakes District Hospital (Queenstown), which offers six Rural Trainee / ED Trainee Registrar positions. With close links to the University of Otago, real opportunities exist to undertake research and support the training and education of medical students.

Our background is exceptional. With very easy access to the playgrounds of Queenstown and Wanaka, and an easy drive to the Catlins and other stunning natural locations, your weekends can be filled with adventure. Fancy a swim, a bike ride, or a surf after work? There are multiple beaches, bike trails, and nature walks close to both cities.

RMOs will usually be based at one of three of our nine hospitals: Dunedin, Southland, and Lakes District. Dunedin Hospital is a 388-bed facility with over 3,000 staff and is set to move into new premises in 2026. Southland Hospital is a 157-bed facility employing over 1,500 staff. Lakes District Hospital consists of 20 beds and is located in the popular tourist destination of Queenstown.

RMO specialties on offer:

Dunedin Hospital

Southland Hospital

Lakes District Hospital

• Rural Hospital and ED Trainee Registrar positions are available.

• Where there are insufficient applications from Training Registrars, applications will be considered from Registrars not yet in training but who have ED experience.

Contact

Email: rmo.recruitment@southerndhb.govt.nz