Health Careers
Whangarei Hospital
District HospitalWhangarei, Northland
Hospital Road, Whangarei+64 9 430 4100
Public
Te Whatu Ora Northland
Training Accredited

220

Doctors

240

Beds

10

Services

180,000

Population Served

Active Recruitment Opportunities
Serves high-needs population in beautiful but challenging region. Good rural health experience.

Current Priorities:

General Medicine
General Surgery
Emergency Medicine
Anaesthetics
Psychiatry

Known Shortages:

General Medicine Consultants
General Surgeons
Emergency Medicine Consultants
Anaesthetists
Psychiatrists
Medical Services
Emergency Medicine
General Medicine
General Surgery
Orthopaedics
Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Paediatrics
Mental Health
Radiology
Pathology
Anaesthetics
Specialties & Centers
Regional Hospital
Rural Health Services
Māori Health Focus
Catchment Area & Population

Northland region, rural communities, high Māori population

Working as a Doctor at Whangarei Hospital

Whangarei Hospital is a district hospital located in Whangarei, Northland, New Zealand. As part of Te Whatu Ora Northland, this 240-bed facility serves a population of 180,000 people across northland region, rural communities, high māori population.

Career Opportunities for Doctors

With 220 doctors including 95 consultants,85 registrars, and 40 house officers,Whangarei Hospital offers comprehensive career development opportunities for healthcare professionals at all levels.

Current Medical Recruitment Priorities

Whangarei Hospital is actively recruiting doctors in General Medicine, General Surgery, Emergency Medicine, Anaesthetics, Psychiatry.Serves high-needs population in beautiful but challenging region. Good rural health experience. This presents excellent opportunities for qualified medical professionals seeking to advance their careers in New Zealand's healthcare system.

Medical Training and Professional Development

As an accredited training facility affiliated with University of Auckland, Whangarei Hospitalprovides exceptional opportunities for medical education and professional development. The hospital supports doctors at all career stages, from house officers beginning their careers to experienced consultants pursuing subspecialty training.

Medical Services and Clinical Excellence

The hospital provides comprehensive medical services including Emergency Medicine, General Medicine, General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Mental Health, Radiologyand many other specialties. Key centers of excellence include Regional Hospital, Rural Health Services, Māori Health Focus.

Living and Working in Whangarei

Healthcare professionals at Whangarei Hospital enjoy subtropical location with beaches and outdoor recreation opportunities. The Northland region offers beaches, bay of islands nearby, subtropical climate, outdoor lifestyle, making it an attractive destination for doctors seeking both professional fulfillment and quality of life.

Getting Started

International doctors interested in working at Whangarei Hospital should begin with medical registration through the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) and explore visa options through Immigration New Zealand. The hospital's recruitment team can provide guidance on the application process and relocation support.

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Contact Information
+64 9 430 4100

Hospital Road, Whangarei

Whangarei, 0110

Salary Information

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Data Sources & Attribution

Staff Data:

https://www.northlanddhb.org.nz/about-us/annual-reports/

Service Information:

https://www.healthpoint.co.nz/public/hospital/whangarei-hospital/

Capacity Data:

Ministry of Health Hospital Capacity Report 2024

Workforce Analysis:

MCNZ Workforce Report 2024

Last updated: 2024-01-15

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Data Last Updated: 2024-01-15