Resident Doctor - Plastics - Waikato

Head Medical; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Head Medical is seeking post-foundation doctors for unique Plastics opportunities in Hamilton. This role is ideal for those who have gained exposure to a variety of surgical rotations and are looking to broaden their experience in a major NZ hospital.

Hamilton offers city life with access to outdoor adventures and a balanced lifestyle. The position is a 12-month contract commencing February 2027, at Waikato Hospital, a large tertiary teaching centre with a broad surgical service.

Qualifications

• Post-foundation doctors with exposure to plastics and varied surgical rotations.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in plastics surgery within a large tertiary hospital setting.

Job description

Head Medical is seeking post foundation doctors for unique Plastics opportunities located in the vibrant city of Hamilton. Ideal for those who have gained exposure to a variety of surgical rotations. Enjoy stunning outdoor adventures, and easy access to both city life and nature's best!

• City lifestyle, just 90 minutes south of Auckland
• Tertiary referral centre and large teaching hospital (600 bed)
• Enjoy restaurants and cafes, arts and culture, major sporting events
• Easy access to the rest of the North Island, beautiful beaches, national parks, lakes, and mountains
• Salary $105,029 -$130,013 NZD ( depending on experience)
• 12 Month Contract – February 2027 commencement

The Role

The Hospital in Hamilton is one of the largest tertiary teaching hospitals with over 600 inpatient beds and 22 operating theatres and provides local services for a population of 200,000 and tertiary services for a region of 700,000. Waikato serves the largest Māori population and third largest Pacific population in Aotearoa New Zealand. Clinical specialities include Women’s and Children Services, Cardiology / Cardiothoracic Surgery, Oncology and Haematology, Surgical services, and Mental Health and Addiction. The Hospital is the Midland regional referral centre for multiple specialties including trauma surgery, oncology, and neurology.

The Plastics Surgery team at Waikato Hospital offers an exceptional opportunity for post foundation doctors possessing a diverse surgical background, to broaden their skills in a large tertiary hospital setting. With over 34,000 surgical procedures annually across 24 operating theatres and a busy emergency department seeing an average of 220 presentations per day. You will gain exposure to broad surgical cases allowing valuable hands‑on experience.

The Location

Situated right on the banks of the mighty Waikato River, Hamilton is the 4th largest city in NZ and it continues to expand. Key to this growth is its central location, easy access to other parts of the country and its affordability.

Auckland is only a 90-minute drive north and Tauranga is just over an 1hr to the east.The west coast and east coast beaches are within easy reach at weekendsfromRaglan, Mount Maunganui, Waihi Beach and of course,the stunning Coromandel Peninsula. And don't forget the 18 tranquil lakes towards Rotorua, also just 1hr 30mins away.

Enjoy thepremier ski fieldsduring ski season at Turangi and Whakapapa. Nearby Lake Karapiro hosts national rowing anddragonboat regattas each summer. The FMG Stadium Waikatohosts a range of top-quality sports from rugby league, rugby sevens and football. Seddon Park is home to cricket in the Waikato, with large cricket events in the summer (the Blackcaps taking on visiting international teams). It's also not far to drive to Hobbiton, which is a great place to take the family for a day out.

Find out more about the lifestyle in Hamiltonhere

What Head Medical can do for you

Head Medical is a specialist international healthcare recruitment company and has been helping doctors relocate to Australia, New Zealand and beyond since 2008. From identifying the right opportunity through to regulatory applications and relocation, we provide free guidance and support throughout the process. We also have qualified and licensed Immigration Advisers within our team who can assist with migration planning and visa applications for Australia and New Zealand. The services of our licensed Immigration Advisers are provided as an additional service, with any applicable fees discussed in advance.