Emergency/Rural Medicine Registrars 2027 - Taupō Hospital at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes, Waikato
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
Rural Hospital Medicine or Emergency Medicine Registrar
Work with Lakes for your 2027 Training Year!
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Role
- Taupō Hospital is your chance to shine. As a Level 3 Rural Hospital, youll be a vital part of a close-knit team running a 24/7 Emergency Department and a dynamic 17-bed inpatient unit. This is where you'll gain serious procedural experience and have the autonomy to truly make a difference in a community setting.
- Rural Hospital Medicine Registrars can be based at Rotorua and Taupō Hospitals during their RHM training programme. Rotorua is a secondary base hospital providing a wide range of services including ED, medical and surgical specialties, ICU, Anaesthesia, O&G, Paediatrics and Psychiatry.
- Work with a genuinely supportive team of Consultants, Senior Registrars, House Officers, and dedicated nursing staff who are committed to your development.
All required runs for RHM training in the Lakes District are accredited by the DRHMNZ.
Taupo Hospitals Registrar run is accredited for RHM and ACRRM core training. ACEM RRR core training accreditation is currently pending.
Available positions for the Lakes RHM Training Programme include:
- Rural Hospital Medicine Registrar (Taupō) part time options available
- Emergency Medicine Registrar (Taupō) part time options available
- Anaesthesia Registrar (Rotorua) 0.5FTE
- Can co-ordinate runs based in Rotorua for General Medicine, Paediatrics and Emergency Medicine and other elective runs
Click here for the RHM position description
About the Location
- You'll join a young, dynamic team across Taupō and Rotorua, gaining the essential skills and strong collegial relationships needed for specialist practice.
- We ensure all your required and elective runs are allocated for your FDRHMNZ, including full support for academic components and required courses.
- Develop the autonomy and experience to step straight into a Rural Hospital Medicine Specialist role at Taupō.
- Your backyard is a geothermal wonderland built around stunning Lake Taupōthe largest lake in New Zealand.
- When you're off-duty, you'll have instant access to:
- Hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and thrilling water sports.
- Dive into rich traditional experiences and learn about the region's strong Māori culture with the local iwi of Tuwharetoa.
Why choose between a fulfilling RHM career and an adventurous life? You can have both right here.
For more information on living and working in Lakes, click here
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal.
Please ensure you submit your application with your up to date CV, a personalised cover letter and ideally x3 written references provided on the MCNZ RP6 Form
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Rural Hospital Medicine Specialist, Ralston DSouza and or :MMU.Group@lakesdhb.govt.nz
Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details
| Employer: | Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes |
| Location: | Waikato |
| Position type: | Permanent Full time |
| Category: | Health |
| Date listed: | 28-Aug-2026 |
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| Closing date: | 30-Sep-2026 |
| Reference: | TAU02591 |
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| Website: | http://www.lakesdhb.govt.nz |
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