House Officer Positions 2026 Training Year Annual Recruitment at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waikato, Waikato

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Role: House Officers 2026/2027 Training Year, based at Waikato Hospital
• Permanent Fulltime
• Have you completed PGY2 or equivalent? Are you ready for an exciting opportunity for 2026?
• Be a part of a busy but supportive team
• This is for House Officers who have already completed their first year. NOT for PGY1 positions.

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

Applications are invited for the 2026/2027 training year for PGY2+ House officers at Waikato Hospital. Candidates who have completed two years post graduate hospital experience including a variety of surgical and medical experience will be considered. Waikato Hospital has 550 general inpatient beds, performs in excess of 34,000 surgical procedures per year in the 24-theatre operating suite, and sees an average of 220 emergency department presentations per day.

If you are an overseas doctor, would you please visit the Medical Council of New Zealand web site to ensure that your qualifications meet their criteria for registration to practice medicine in New Zealand. 

Please note - it is your responsibility to provide three current references. To print off the referee report, please click on the "Reference form" icon below. Please attach completed references with your application: Reference form

The direct link to their self-assessment page is: www.mcnz.org.nz/get-registered/registration-self-assessment-tool/

You will need to complete the six questions to ascertain whether you are eligible for registration in NZ. If you do not have access to do the self-assessment test on-line you can contact the MCNZ by telephone: +64 4 384 7635.

About the Location

Waikato Hospital is a major regional hospital in Hamilton and is a leading tertiary teaching hospital located in Hamilton, New Zealand, serving as the regional hub for the Midland area, which includes the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Lakes, Tairawhiti, and Taranaki districts. With around 722 inpatient beds, 22 operating theatres, and a dedicated outpatient clinic and procedure centre, Waikato Hospital provides comprehensive hospital services, including radiology, laboratory, and pharmacy. As a major teaching hospital with affiliations to the University of Auckland, University of Waikato, and Wintec, it offers a dynamic learning environment and access to research opportunities. The hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities located on the Waiora Waikato Hospital Campus, with both road and air ambulance support.

Hamilton, where Waikato Hospital is situated, is a vibrant city nestled alongside the scenic Waikato River, offering a perfect mix of nature and culture. Explore the stunning Hamilton Gardens, home to themed gardens from Italy to Asia, or visit the Waikato Museum to delve into the region's rich history. The city also boasts the Hamilton Zoo, where you can walk through an aviary filled with native birds. Hamilton is a lively hub, with a variety of cafes, restaurants, and bars, along with events like rugby, cricket, and the famous National Agricultural Fieldays and Balloons over Waikato festival. With its vibrant atmosphere and proximity to outdoor adventures, Hamilton is an ideal place to live and work.

For more information on living and working in Waikato click here

About you

• Hold a General Scope of Registration with Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) if you are a NZ/AU Graduate.
• Have at least 2 years post graduate experience and hold General Registration, if you are from UK or any other comparable health system country.
• Have completed Internship (1 year) and General Registration, if applying from Ireland.

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 online” or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here. All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal before 11:59 pm on 9 June 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Ekeraam Jones ekeraam.jones@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.