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

The position will include a 12 month run in Radiation Oncology for the 2027 training year, with future Medical Registrar runs to be advised.

As the position will be working in Radiation Oncology in a busy accredited training unit, you will work alongside the training registrars and have the opportunity to attend teaching and training sessions. You will be an integral part of the inpatient and outpatient team. This will provide an opportunity to explore firsthand if a career in Radiation Oncology is for you and give you vital background experience if you wish to apply for a training position in the field for the future.

About you

• You will have completed your first two post graduate years (PGY3+)
• You will have worked with a range of clinical teams and specialties, developing a broad foundation in patient care.
• Knowledge and commitment of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and how the principles can be applied to health.
• A willingness to grow and further develop an equity lens and skillset, both to assist Māori and minority groups.
• You must be eligible for general or provisional general registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand. You can check your eligibility by visiting the Council’s website at www.mcnz.org.nz

About the Team

When you work with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora – Canterbury District, you are part of something very special. We plan, fund, and deliver health services to the almost 600,000 people that live in the Canterbury region. We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its principles by ensuring our partnership with Māori are at the forefront of all our conversations.

Facilities within Canterbury District include:

• Christchurch Hospital
• Christchurch Women’s Hospital
• Hillmorton Hospital and the Princes Margaret Hospital – Mental Health Services
• Burwood Hospital – Older Persons Health and Rehabilitation Services, including the Spinal injuries Unit
• Ashburton Hospital - General Hospital, south of Christchurch

You will gain world class experience with varied case mixes and a high level of medical education, training, and supervision. With 600 Resident Doctors employed at Canterbury, you will join a team committed to serving their community. You can learn more here

• Live in a vibrant city, with a creative undercurrent. We have hills, beaches, and ski fields a short drive from Christchurch City. To find out more, visit http://bit.ly/2n9sr32
• Enhance your career with first class training and supervision from the Medical Education & Training Unit (METU)
• Be supported by our Resident Doctors’ Support Team (RDST)
• Access support at all hours, including after-hours support from the Clinical Team Coordinators and SMOs

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by Sunday 1 November 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact