Paediatricians

Inpatient and outpatient paediatric care across secondary and tertiary services

Registration: Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ)

Accent Health Recruitment is seeking qualified Paediatricians for exciting opportunities across New Zealand. Join supportive multidisciplinary teams delivering high-quality care for children and young people in modern hospital environments.

About the Role

Paediatricians in New Zealand provide inpatient and outpatient services across a range of secondary and tertiary healthcare settings. You will work collaboratively with medical, nursing, and allied health teams to deliver patient-centred care while contributing to education, research, and service development.

Clinical Responsibilities May Include

  • Inpatient assessment and management
  • Ward rounds and outpatient clinics
  • Emergency presentations and acute paediatric care
  • Managing chronic illness and behavioural conditions
  • Triaging and responding to referrals
  • Collaborating with caregivers, whānau, and multidisciplinary teams
  • Teaching and mentoring junior medical staff
  • Participating in quality improvement, audits, and clinical research

What It’s Like to Work in New Zealand

Paediatricians in New Zealand benefit from:

  • Supportive multidisciplinary teams
  • Opportunities for teaching and research
  • Flexible work options and protected non-clinical time
  • Strong focus on work-life balance
  • Modern healthcare facilities and collaborative environments

New Zealand offers vibrant cities, welcoming communities, excellent schooling, and world-renowned outdoor lifestyle opportunities.

Salary and Benefits

Paediatricians in New Zealand receive highly competitive salary packages, including:

  • Generous base salary plus allowances
  • Annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance
  • Professional fee reimbursement
  • Generous annual leave and parental leave entitlements
  • Sabbatical opportunities

Requirements

Applicants must be eligible for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ). Comparable qualifications such as FRACP in Paediatrics and Child Health or equivalent are typically required. International applicants may initially receive provisional vocational registration with a period of supervised practice.

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