Already in New Zealand?If you’re already registered and practising here, talk to us about locum work. We’ll help you find placements that suit your specialty, availability, preferred locations and the way you want work to fit around your life.
Locum | Fixed-Term | Permanent
Connecting doctors with opportunities across New Zealand
At NZDr, recruitment starts with a conversation, not just a vacancy.
We want to understand what you’re looking for, how you want to work and what matters outside the job too. Then we use our experience, nationwide relationships and knowledge of the New Zealand health system and New Zealand itself, to help you explore the opportunities that genuinely fit.
Choose the path that fits where you are now
Considering a move to New Zealand?A move here is much bigger than accepting a job. We guide you through the full picture, from deciding whether New Zealand is the right move for you, through registration, immigration and finding a role, to the practical realities of relocating and settling in.
Why doctors work with NZDr
Linking doctors to locum and permanent jobs
For doctors and nurse practitioners already living and practising in New Zealand, that means locum opportunities around the country. For doctors moving here from overseas, we recruit for locum, fixed-term and permanent roles and support Medical Council registration, immigration and relocation along the way.
A small, experienced New Zealand-based team who take the time to get to know you
Immigration advice from a Licensed Immigration Adviser who is part of the NZDr team
Specialist recruiters with deep knowledge of the services and regions they recruit into
Practical relocation support, including the questions that matter to partners and families
Honest advice and realistic expectations, even when the answer isn’t always the easy one
A tailored job search focused on finding the right role and location for you
Medical Council registration guidance and support for doctors moving to New Zealand
Ongoing support that continues after your placement is agreed or you arrive
More than a role
The right opportunity has to work professionally and personally. The service, the location, the team, your family, your plans and your life outside medicine all matter.
That’s why we don’t simply send you a list of vacancies. We listen first, give you a realistic view of the options and help you make an informed decision.
Let's talk about what's next
Whether you’re looking for your next locum role in New Zealand or considering a move here from overseas, it starts with understanding what’s right for you.
Talk to our team about your plans, your options and what the next steps could look like.
Common questions
Can NZDr help me find a medical role in New Zealand?
Yes. We work with doctors looking for opportunities across New Zealand, from locum and fixed-term positions through to permanent roles. We take the time to understand your experience, what you’re looking for and where you’d like to live, so we can help find opportunities that are the right fit.
We also have locum opportunities for New Zealand registered Nurse Practitioners.
I’m currently overseas. Can NZDr help me move to New Zealand?
Yes. We work with medical professionals through all the key stages of their move to New Zealand. Alongside finding the right role, we will help you understand the process around registration, immigration, relocation and settling into life here.
Do I need to be registered in New Zealand before I contact NZDr?
Absolutely not! If you’re not yet registered to practise in New Zealand, please get in touch. We can help you understand the registration pathways that you are eligible for, and what you’ll need to consider before making the move.
What types of roles does NZDr recruit for?
We recruit senior doctors for locum, fixed-term and permanent opportunities across a wide range of medical specialties, as well as locum roles for New Zealand registered Nurse Practitioners.
Availability changes regularly, so if you can't see the right role, it's still worth talking to our team about what you're looking for.
Where in New Zealand can I work?
We have opportunities across New Zealand, from our larger cities to regional centres and smaller communities. Where you work can shape your experience both professionally and personally, so we’ll help you consider the role, location and lifestyle together.
Why work with NZDr rather than applying directly for a role?
Because finding the right role is about more than matching a CV to a vacancy. We know New Zealand’s healthcare services and regions, and we take the time to understand what matters to you.
From your first conversation through to registration, immigration, relocation and settling in, you’ll have experienced people to guide you through the process and provide clear, unbiased information to help you make informed decisions about your move and career in New Zealand.
Contact Us
nz@nzdr.nz
+64 21 288 6937
www.nzdr.nz
Auckland, New Zealand
