Positions available for 2026 Training Year - Paediatric Registrars at Northern Regional Alliance (NRA), Auckland

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2026 Paediatric Registrar Positions Available

Advance Your Paediatrics Career in Auckland - One of the World's Most Liveable Cities

Why Choose Auckland?

  Culturally Rich & Diverse

Auckland is home to over 200 ethnic communities, with vibrant Maori and Pacific cultures woven into everyday life.

  Unmatched Lifestyle

Enjoy world-class dining, a buzzing arts and nightlife scene, and endless cultural and recreational activities.

  Nature at Your Fingertips

From black-sand beaches to native bush walks, the Hauraki Gulf islands to the Waitakere Ranges outdoor adventures are just minutes away.

  Work-Life Balance

Structured rosters and supportive teams mean you'll have time to enjoy life outside of work with friends and whanau.

  A Leading Centre for Paediatrics

Auckland is New Zealand's largest paediatric hub, serving a population of over 1.3 million and providing tertiary care to children across Aotearoa and the Pacific Islands. You'll gain exposure to a wide range of clinical presentations and healthcare challenges in a world-class system.

  Your Career Development

We offer collaborative learning and leadership opportunities.

Work alongside experienced clinicians and subspecialists in a collegial, team-based environment.

  Structured Education

Access regular teaching sessions, journal clubs, case-based learning, grand rounds, and more.

  Accredited Training Pathways

All roles are accredited for Basic and Advanced Training with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP), with diverse rotations to meet core and elective requirements.

  Academic links

- close links between Auckland clinical centres and University of Auckland

- opportunities for further study, including Certificate and/or Diploma of Child Health

- potential to gain experience in education and/or research

  Training Opportunities

RACP Basic Training (Years 1-3) experience:

- General Paediatrics

- Paediatric Emergency

- Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU)

- Subspecialty exposure: Cardiology, Respiratory, Neurology, Haematology/Oncology, Gastroenterology, Immunology/Infectious Diseases, Endocrinology, Renal/Rheumatology

RACP Advanced Training experience:

- General Paediatrics

- Level 3 NICU

- Community and Developmental Paediatrics

- Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)

- Medical Subspecialties

- Paediatric Emergency

- Te Puaruruhau (Child Protection)

- Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

- Consult Liaison

  Broaden Your Experience

Rural runs in Whangarei and Tauranga are also available. These runs are ideal for completing rural training requirements in Advanced Training in General Paediatrics.

Enquiries about the Whangarei rotation can be directed to the RMO unit at the Northland District. Email: rmo.unit@northlanddhb.org.nz, though applications for the training scheme will still need to be submitted via the Auckland Paediatric training scheme in the first instance.

Eligibility

- Minimum 9-12 months of paediatrics experience preferred

- Enrolled in or eligible for the FRACP training programme (or equivalent)

- Eligible for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand

(NZ-based applicants must have completed two full post-graduate years)

Equity and Inclusion

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds, especially Maori and Pacific peoples.

Ready to take the next step? Grow your career while experiencing the best of Aotearoa.

Please forward any recruitment questions to Dan Sefuiva (Recruitment and Allocations Consultant: daniel.sefuiva@tewhatuora.govt.nz

Apply now and join us in Auckland in 2026