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Head Medical is seeking post foundation doctors with an interest in Ophthalmology for positions in Gisborne - a stunning coastal lifestyle with beautiful beaches, a thriving food and wine scene, and a relaxed atmosphere.

• Relaxed coastal living
• Educational opportunities and clinical skills sessions available.
• Enjoy paddle-boarding, surfing, fishing, hiking, swimming, cycling, jet-skiing, golfing, kitesurfing, windsurfing, boating.... and more
• See diverse marine life; dolphins, whales and orca!
• 2025 commencement - 12 month Contract

The Role

Hauora Tairāwhiti (Gisborne Hospital) is a comprehensive, well-equipped secondary hospital with modern facilities. The Hospital is committed to the needs of Māori who make up 65% of admissions to the hospital and form 46.2% of the region’s total population. There is also an active focus on Māori Health issues and respecting Māori culture and customs with regards to patient care. This makes Hauora Tairāwhiti a unique environment where you will encounter a diverse range of conditions, treatment procedures and cultural practices.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the supportive and dynamic team at Gisborne Hospital. Gain exposure to a full spectrum of ophthalmic conditions with support from experienced specialists. Offering hands-on experience in a diverse and fast-paced environment, this role provides excellent training, mentorship, and career development opportunities in a department committed to education and professional growth.

The Location

Looking for an incredible place to kick-start your medical career while enjoying an unbeatable lifestyle? Gisborne has it all!

Café Culture & Foodie Paradise – Think artisan coffee, fresh local produce, and award-winning wines from boutique vineyards. Whether you are after a laid-back brunch or a sunset dinner by the beach, Gisborne’s thriving food scene will not disappoint.

Affordable Living – Choose from stylish apartments, townhouses, lifestyle blocks, or a beachside retreat near Wainui Beach. Real estate is affordable, so you can enjoy where you live!

Sun, Surf & Adventure – One of New Zealand’s sunniest spots, Gisborne boasts warm summers (low 30s°C) and mild winters. Locals make the most of the epic outdoors, with surfing, paddleboarding, sailing, mountain biking, and hill walking right on your doorstep.

Festival & Social Scene – Gisborne is a hotspot for music festivals, vineyard tours, and surfing competitions. It’s a summer favourite for Kiwis looking for sun, good vibes, and adventure.

Easy Travel Connections – Regular 1-hour flights to Auckland & Wellington make international and domestic travel a breeze. Plus, you’re just a few hours from Tauranga’s beaches and the Hawke’s Bay wine region.

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.