Internal Medicine Basic / Non Trainee - 2026 Registrar

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 basic training registrar positions in Internal Medicine at Waikato Hospital commencing January

Clinical attachments will be allocated by the department following the recruitment process; successful candidates may be allocated rotations in the following specialties : General Medicine, Cardiology, Haematology, Medical Oncology, Medical Reliever, Dermatology, Renal, Respiratory, Geriatrics, Rheumatology, Palliative Care, Diabetes and Neurology.

Waikato Hospital has an extensive and very well-developed Physician Basic Training Program, with an established mentorship system involving Senior Residents and SMOs.

The teaching is geared towards preparation for the RACP Exams (both Written and Clinical).

There is an intensive schedule of didactic lectures, bedside clinical coaching sessions (for Long and Short Cases) and a Mock Written and Clinical Exam for our trainees sitting the RACP Exam.

We have an army of dedicated SMOs (many of them are current RACP Clinical Examiners) and Senior Residents who are committed to the education program and well-being of our junior doctors.

Also, our trainees are given first preference to attend our annual Waikato Long Case Course (which continues to receive excellent reviews every year).

Recruitment is subject to a competitive interview process following the submission of an up-to date curriculum vitae, covering letter, passport and three current references, one of which must be from your current or most recent supervisor.

This must be submitted at the time of your application.Referee report

Please note that your application will not be considered unless all three references are attached to your application.

Please see the link above to the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) referee report - this is the only referee report the MCNZ will accept for registration purposes.

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

You will need to complete the six questions to ascertain whether or not you are eligible for registration in NZ.

If you do not have access to do the self-assessment test online, you can contact the MCNZ by telephone

We ask you please indicate within your cover letter your first 4-5 allocation preferences so we can consider this as part of your application.

Eligible applicants who do not wish to enrol in physician training are welcome to apply for a non-trainee registrar position; this will include those who are not progressing to an Advanced Trainee role.

Only online applications will be considered.

Click to view the position description Respiratory Renal Rehabilitation Palliative Care Neurology Medical Oncology Medical Relief Haematology General & Acute Medicine Diabetes

About the Team / Service

Waikato is the fourth largest region in Aotearoa New Zealand and located just south of Tamaki Makaurau Auckland.

It features a wide range of world-class outdoor and cultural experiences.

You can surf the world-famous beaches of Whaingaroa Raglan, swim at the beautiful beaches of the Kapanga Coromandel, hike our majestic mountain ranges, tour the Hobbiton shire, experience the magic of the Waitomo glow worm caves, and encounter a vast array of flora and fauna at the remarkable Maungatautari Ecological Reserve.

Waikato is the home of the Kiingitanga and rich in Maori culture.

Waikato Hospital sits on whenua gifted by Waikato iwi, situated on the banks of the mighty Waikato Awa, Hamilton is New Zealands largest metropolitan inland city.

Hamiltons vibrant city centre and rich cultural mix makes it an ideal place to experience the authentic friendly Kiwi lifestyle.

About you

As an Internal Medicine Registrar, you will be

• PGY3 or equivalent
• Interested in becoming a basic trainee or already in training
• Interested in broadening your clinical exposure
• Eligible to work in New Zealand

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 30 December

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Andrea Coxhead, Operations Manager at

For questions relating to the RACP Basic Training Programme please contact Kathy James at

or the Director of Physician Education, Dr Eddie Tan at

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