Head Medical is seeking Post-Foundation Doctors for Emergency Medicine roles on the stunning East Coast of New Zealand’s North Island. Gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment, enhance your clinical and procedural skills and benefit from the many teaching and education opportunities available.
You will be based in Gisborne; is a small city (regional population 47,000 with 30,000 in the city itself), but for those who love the outdoors and a beautiful natural environment, you won’t get a better location to enjoy the relaxed NZ lifestyle!
- Relaxed coastal living
- Enjoy paddle-boarding, surfing, fishing, hiking, swimming, cycling, jet-skiing, golfing, kitesurfing, windsurfing, boating.... and more
- See diverse marine life; dolphins, whales and orcas
- 12 month contract
The Hospital
The Emergency Department treats 25,000 patients annually, with a high acuity case mix, including trauma and paediatrics. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills alongside supportive specialists, with ample procedural exposure.
The modern, well-equipped hospital provides a full range of services and strong tertiary support from leading hospitals. With Māori patients making up 65% of admissions and 46.2% of the region’s population, there is a strong commitment to Māori health, culture, and customs—offering valuable professional and cultural experience in a diverse and dynamic setting.
The Location
Wake up to the world’s first sunrise in Gisborne—where golden beaches, award-winning wines, and a laid-back lifestyle await. With warm summers, mild winters, and some of New Zealand’s best weather, it’s the perfect place to call home.
Affordable Living – Choose from beachfront homes, lifestyle blocks, or city townhouses.
Food & Wine Paradise – Enjoy fresh local produce, boutique vineyards, and a buzzing café scene.
Outdoor Adventure – Surf, paddleboard, fish, sail, hike, and bike in an untouched natural playground.
Easy Travel – Daily flights to Auckland & Wellington (1-hour), plus quick access to Bay of Plenty & Hawke’s Bay.
Join a welcoming medical community, including many international specialists who have made the move to this beautiful coastal location.
Find out more about Gisborne and the Tairawhiti region here.
What Head Medical can do for you
Arranging a position overseas is very exciting, but we understand that it can also be daunting and time consuming. We’re the UK’s specialist in international medical recruitment and we’ve helped many Doctors relocate since we first started out in 2008 (you can read what people have said about working with us on our testimonials page). We know it’s important to balance career opportunities with lifestyle and we’ll talk through your plans and will get to know you to make sure we find the right role in the right location. Once we have secured a job for you, we’ll manage the Medical Registration and Visa application process, and support you (and your family) with the relocation itself