International Oncologists - New Zealand roles

Oncologists provide specialist care for adults with cancer in hospital and community settings. Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking qualified Oncologists to deliver high-quality cancer care across New Zealand.

Medical and Radiation Oncology roles in New Zealand

Oncologists work in secondary and tertiary hospitals and are involved in the assessment, diagnosis and management of patients with malignant disease. Clinical activities may include:

• Medical Oncology: assessment, diagnosis and treatment of solid tumours and haematological cancers; administration and supervision of systemic therapies such as chemotherapy and immunotherapy
• Radiation Oncology: planning and delivery of radiotherapy treatments, including coordination with diagnostic imaging and multidisciplinary teams
• Participation in multidisciplinary tumour boards, service planning and case review meetings
• Outpatient clinics and inpatient care
• Coordination with surgeons, palliative care teams, nurses and allied health professionals

Depending on the role, Oncologists may also contribute to teaching, supervision of registrars, service development, quality improvement initiatives, or regional cancer outreach services.

What it's like to work here

Oncologists work with multidisciplinary teams in hospitals equipped with diagnostic and treatment facilities required for oncology practice.

Employees are entitled to:

• Access to peer networks, continuing medical education and sabbatical entitlements
• Protected non-clinical time
• Flexible work options depending on the service
• Opportunities to participate in service development, teaching and quality improvement

Call New Zealand home

Health New Zealand can provide relocation support through the Health Immigration Service. Oncologists are on Tier 1 of New Zealand's Green List, which makes them eligible for the Straight to Residence Visa and allows them to apply for residency immediately.

New Zealand offers urban, regional and rural centres for professional practice across the country.

Salary and benefits

Base salary: NZD $185,380 – $267,980 (based on the ASMS collective agreement, depending on experience)

Additional compensation: On-call and availability allowances where applicable

Employees also receive:

• Reimbursement of Medical Council registration and Annual Practising Certificate costs
• Funded continuing medical education allowance (NZD $16,000 per year pro-rata)
• CME leave (up to 10 days per year)
• Six weeks of annual leave per year
• Twelve paid public holidays
• Long service, special leave and sabbatical entitlements
• Up to 14 weeks paid parental leave

What you need to work here

To practise as an Oncologist in New Zealand, you must be registered with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) and hold a current Annual Practising Certificate.

Medical Oncologists typically require an overseas qualification comparable to Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) with a focus in Medical Oncology. Radiation Oncologists typically require an overseas qualification comparable to Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Radiologists (FRANZCR) with a focus in Radiation Oncology. All candidates must meet MCNZ requirements for vocational registration.

International Oncologists are granted provisional vocational registration initially and must complete a period of supervised practice (usually 6–18 months) before applying for full vocational registration.

Working for Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora

Te Whatu Ora means “the weaving of wellness.” We are building a unified health system that delivers equitable, high-quality care across the country. Our people are at the centre of everything we do.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all people—including Māori, Pacific Peoples, ethnic communities, disabled people and the Rainbow community.

Our values are grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) and our commitment to health equity for Māori and all New Zealanders.

Ready to make a difference?

Our international recruitment team can support you through the application, registration and immigration process—and help you find the right place to work in New Zealand.

Apply now—and make a difference somewhere different.