Public Health Registrar
3 days ago
Public Health Registrar
Fixed term
Up to 1 FTE
Start: January 2026
Applications open for Public Health Registrars currently on the NZCPHM training programme.
Do you have a passion for supporting the delivery of high-quality care in Otago and Southland?
We are looking for a public health registrar to join our Quality Improvement, Research, and Evaluation Hub – which is focused on ensuring the programmes and services delivered to our whānau and communities are of the highest quality.
The role will be based in our Dunedin office and will be supported by WellSouth's Clinical Director, and the Quality Improvement, Research & Evaluation Hub lead, along with an off-site supervisor.
If you want to find out more about making a difference and join a team working hard to improve health outcomes for people in the Southern District, apply now.
If you have any further questions, please feel free to email
This position is contingent upon funding from Te Whatu Ora. An offer of employment will only be made once funding is confirmed
Read the full job description here Position Description
Position Tasks:
- Undertake service work for WellSouth to support WellSouth's quality improvement, research, and evaluation hub.
- Undertake a specific project within the hub and deliver a written report suitable for assessment.
- Apply a population health approach to service and project work undertaken within WellSouth.
- Complete all requirements of the NZCPHM training programme including quarterly reporting and attending training sessions.
- Undertake other tasks as requested during the course of employment that are within the skill set of the registrar.
Our Values - Tō Mātou Uara
- He mana tō te whānau – Whānau Centred
- Tōkeke - Equitable
- Manawa whakaute - Respectful
- Pono – Transparent
Please note that we don't always work to fixed closing dates & may interview candidates as their applications are received.
Applications close: 30 November 2025
Applications must include a CV, and a cover letter.
WellSouth is smokefree and we support the Government's Vision of a Smokefree Aotearoa 2025.
WellSouth Primary Health Network is an equal opportunity employer committed to upholding the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
-
New Zealand Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Full time**Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity** The National Public Health Service (NPHS) within Te Whatu Ora, work towards Pae Ora (healthy futures) for all by engaging with the wider determinants that impact people's health, focusing on oranga/wellbeing, prevention, protection, and population-level intervention. We are connected across boundaries to deliver public...
-
Surgical Registrar
7 days ago
Dunedin, New Zealand Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Southern Full time**Join us as we change the future of healthcare in Southern New Zealand** **Mō te tūranga - About the role** You will be part of a team working across a range of surgical specialties and subspecialties, which includes tertiary level caseloads. **During your time with us you will be exposed to several runs which include the following**: - General...
-
Paediatric Registrar
5 days ago
Otago, New Zealand Southern District Health Board Full time**The Role** The values of the SDHB, Kind - Manaakitanga, Open - Pono, Positive - Whaiwhakaaro, and Community - Whanaungatanga, reflect the essence of the people in Dunedin and Otago. You’ll find us friendly and welcoming, and your multi-disciplinary team caring and supportive. This role is split to provide diverse opportunities in both general...
-
Ed Registrar
7 days ago
Dunedin, New Zealand Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Southern Full time**Join us as we change the future of healthcare in Southern New Zealand** **Mō te tūranga - About the role** You will be part of a close-knit team of eight FACEMs, eight Registrars, two MOSS, and seven House Officers managing over 39,000 patients annually (21% Paediatrics), with a full case-mix including a relatively high level of major trauma. All major...
-
Kaitohutohu Intelligence
1 week ago
New Zealand Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Full timeKia hiwa rā, kia hiwa rā! Nau mai, tono mai ki Hauora Māori Tūmatanui kia kumea te pae tawhiti hei pae tata, kia whaia te pae ora mō ngā whānau, mō ngā hapū, mō ngā iwi. E kōkiri! - **Flexible working supported to balance your mahi and your whānau and iwi commitments**: - **Contribute to pae ora for iwi and Māori communities in this...
-
Surgical Registrar
7 days ago
Dunedin, New Zealand Southern District Health Board Full time**Join us as we change the future of healthcare in Southern New Zealand** **Mō te tūranga | About the role** You will be part of a team working across a range of surgical specialties and subspecialties, which includes tertiary level caseloads. During your time with us you will be exposed to several runs which include: - General Surgery - Neurosurgery -...
-
Registrar, Surgical
3 days ago
New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Full time NZ$80,000 - NZ$120,000 per yearRegistrar General Surgical Non TrainingTaranaki Base Hospital, New PlymouthTo start on 02 February 2026Health 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 RoleWe are seeking a Registrar for our General Surgery Department that can...
-
Cardiothoracic Registrar
3 days ago
Dunedin, New Zealand Southern District Health Board Full time**Dunedin Hospital** **Expression of Interest** **Join us as we change the future of healthcare** **Mō te tūranga | About the role** Keen to further develop your surgical skills? Have a keen interest in Cardiothoracic Surgery? Want to experience more of this field than a 3 or 4 month rotation? Want to experience life in New Zealand’s adventure...
-
Psychiatry Registrar
3 days ago
Dunedin, New Zealand Southern District Health Board Full time**Join us as we change the future of healthcare in Southern New Zealand** **Mō te tūranga | About the role** You will be part of a team of dedicated and experienced Consultants, Registrars, House Officers, and Nursing and Allied Health professionals working across a range of runs, including: - Emergency Psychiatry Services - Youth Specialty Services -...
-
New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Full timeWork from where you are in New Zealand2x permanent, full-time positions availableHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations - from large urban centres to rural towns and...