Oncology
We're recruiting both Radiation Oncologists and Medical Oncologists eager to get the most out of their career and quality of life across a number of roles within New Zealand.
Work as an Oncologist in New Zealand
Our holistic cancer care approach in New Zealand includes Oncologists' input for patients from diagnosis, treatment planning and administration to care coordination and monitoring. We're offering you an amazing opportunity to make a difference, somewhere different.
Oncologists (Senior Medical Officers) are on Tier 1 of New Zealand's Green List which means you are eligible for a fast-tracked Straight to Residence Visa and can apply for New Zealand residency before you arrive, provided you have a job offer from an accredited employer, like us!
Medical Oncologists
Medical Oncologists play an important role in our multidisciplinary Oncology services, aiming to provide the best possible outcomes for patients while maintaining their quality of life.
Benefits and salary range
- In New Zealand, the salary and benefits of some roles are determined by collective agreements between unions and employers
- The Medical Oncologists collective agreement can be found on the Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora website
- Our workforce receives a minimum of four (4) weeks annual leave and usually work a set 40-hour week
- Study leave attendance allowances at one or two international conferences per annum per staff member, national meetings and conferences for education and network development, participation in Special Interest Groups (tumour directed specialist groups for advocacy and education in specific topics)
- SMOs receive an annual sum for CME which can be used to support travel and accommodation to conferences etc., and can also be used for IT tools relevant to the delivery of care or role as an SMO
- On-call allowances are built into the salary.
Roles and responsibilities
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Required qualifications and experience
- A Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) or equivalent, plus a Fellowship at the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) or equivalent.
Desired qualifications and experience
- Medical Oncology experience is desired - either as a trained Medical Oncologist or a Clinical Oncologist (in the United Kingdom).
- Experience in solid malignancy treatment, including Breast, Colorectal, Upper GI, NET, Melanoma and other cutaneous malignancies, Gynaecological malignancies, Lung, Genitourinary, Head & Neck, Thyroid, CNS, and Sarcoma.
Registration requirements
To work in Aotearoa New Zealand, you will require an appropriate registration with the New Zealand Medical Council and an Annual Practising Certificate. This can take 3-4 months to complete so it is important to start this process early on.
Begin your career
To become a Medical Oncologist, you will need to:
- complete a five-year Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) degree at Otago or Auckland University
- work for two years as a house officer (Junior Doctor or RMO) in a hospital
- complete a further five years of specialist training and examinations in your chosen speciality to become a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians.
Radiation Oncologists
Radiation Oncologists bring a unique set of highly specialised skills to provide world-leading Oncology treatment to our patients. They play a pivotal role in our cross-disciplinary cancer care teams.
Benefits and salary range
- In New Zealand, the salary and benefits of some roles are determined by collective agreements between unions and employers
- The Senior Medical Officer (SMO), which is inclusive of Radiation Oncologists, collective agreement can be found on the Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora website
- Our workforce receives a minimum of four (4) weeks annual leave and usually work a set 40-hour week
- Study leave attendance allowances at one or two international conferences per annum per staff member, national meetings and conferences for education and network development, participation in Special Interest Groups (tumour-directed specialist groups for advocacy and education in specific topics)
- SMOs receive an annual sum for CME which can be used to support travel and accommodation to conferences etc., and can also be used for IT tools relevant to the delivery of care or role as an SMO
- On-call allowances are built into the salary.
Roles and responsibilities
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Required qualifications and experience
To work in Aotearoa New Zealand, you will need a medical degree recognised by the New Zealand Medical Council (MCNZ) and The Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP). An admission to Fellowship at the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) or equivalent is also required.
Registration requirements
To work in Aotearoa New Zealand, you will require an appropriate registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand and an Annual Practising Certificate. This can take 3-4 months to complete so it is important to start this process early on.
Begin your career
To become a Radiation Oncologist, you will need to:
- complete a Health Sciences First Year programme at Otago University, or the first year of either the Bachelor of Health Sciences or Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science at Auckland University
- complete a five-year Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) degree at Otago or Auckland University
- work for two years as a house officer (Junior Doctor or RMO) in a hospital
- complete a further five years of specialist training and examinations in your chosen speciality to become a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians.
Our Application Process
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Te Waipounamu Region
The Opportunity
Regardless of where you are in New Zealand, you can look forward to being a highly valued and respected member of a leading-edge, outcome-focused oncology service. You can expect your career to go from strength to strength here, as you’ll be immersed in an environment of world-leading practices and technology, field-leading clinicians and collaborative, cross-disciplinary ways of working.
There is a real sense of camaraderie here, and your knowledge, expertise and new ideas will be very much welcomed. Each day you’ll work closely with Haematologists, Oncology Nurses and Radiation Therapists. What’s more, you’ll have access to state-of-the-art technology and innovation.
Aotearoa New Zealand - a place like no other
The quality of life here has to be lived to be believed. So if you’re ready to bring true balance back to your life, while being part of an innovative, progressive and passionate Oncology team, we sure have something for you.
Learn more about what its like to be an Oncologist in New Zealand in this video from our South Island teams.
The People
We are a supportive, passionate and experienced team who can be at our best thanks to the non-hierarchical, high trust environment we operate in. Knowledge sharing is common, and we all focus on driving a culture of high-quality care. We are empowered to think collectively about how we can best improve and plan ahead.
Together, we can drive positive change that can improve care and outcomes for our communities.
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Moving to Aotearoa New Zealand is a fantastic opportunity and a big step, we're here for you! Our dedicated team is here to provide guidance and support throughout your journey, so don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.