ARC 2026 Paediatric Surgery Registrar

Waitemata District Health Board; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider in New Zealand is seeking enthusiastic Paediatric Surgery Registrars for its vibrant team. This role offers a unique opportunity to enhance children's health outcomes while developing your surgical skills in a supportive environment. With a focus on patient-centered care and teamwork, you will be part of a multidisciplinary surgical service that values teaching, training, and research. Enjoy a rewarding career in a region known for its outdoor pursuits, all while making a significant impact in the lives of children and their families. If you're ready for a fulfilling challenge, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• At least two years of postgraduate hospital experience required.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and teamwork is essential.

Responsibilities

• Improve children's health outcomes while developing your skills.
• Contribute positively in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Skills

Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Vocational registration in a medical specialty

Eligibility to work in New Zealand

Education

Postgraduate hospital experience

Job description

Job Description - ARC 2026 Paediatric Surgery Registrar (WAI29272)

Job Number

WAI29272

• Are you ready for an exciting opportunity in 2026?
• Join our friendly, multi-cultural team

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles, aiming to build an inclusive health system for all New Zealanders.

About the Role

We invite applications for Paediatric Surgical Registrars starting February 2026, as part of our annual recruitment cycle.

At Te Whatu Ora – Waikato District, we operate a busy multi-disciplinary surgical service for children, including tertiary neonatal and trauma services. We seek dedicated team members to improve children's health outcomes while developing your skills. This role offers a rewarding career with a great lifestyle.

We are recruiting enthusiastic registrars for our Paediatric Surgery team at Waikato Hospital, Hamilton, New Zealand. We offer permanent positions and welcome applications from candidates with at least two years of postgraduate hospital experience, from diverse surgical backgrounds. A commitment to patient-centered care and teamwork is essential.

Applicants should be flexible, positive contributors, and eager to learn. We provide a collaborative, supportive environment that fosters excellence and innovation. Overseas doctors should verify their qualifications meet the Medical Council of New Zealand's registration criteria.

Waikato District is one of New Zealand’s largest healthcare providers, serving a region of 900,000 people, with a local district of 375,000 and 82,000 children under 15. Our paediatric surgical team, part of a multidisciplinary unit, offers significant subspecialty and general experience, supported by the University of Auckland’s Waikato Clinical School and the hospital’s Clinical Audit Support Unit. We value teaching, training, and research interests.

The Waikato region offers outdoor pursuits like skiing, surfing, mountain biking, and fishing, all within easy reach.

About you

As a Paediatric Surgery Registrar, you will have:

• Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• Vocational registration in a medical specialty
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand with a Medical Council practising certificate

We are committed to health equity for Māori and other priority groups and uphold Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles.

We emphasize teaching and training for both medical students and trainees, supporting ongoing professional growth. Research enthusiasts can access support from the Waikato Clinical School and the Clinical Audit Support Unit.

How to Apply

Click “Apply online” or visit our Waikato Careers website to submit your application before 11:59 pm on 9 June 2025. For questions, contact Rachel Posselt at [e-mail].

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, and the recruitment process may start before the deadline.