Rural Medicine

Primary Care
High Demand

Comprehensive medical care in rural and remote communities with extended scope of practice.

Practice Setting: Rural hospitals, community health centres, remote clinics

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Salary Information

New Zealand

$170,000 - $300,000

Annual salary range (NZD)

Australia (Reference)

A$190,000 - A$340,000

Annual salary range (AUD)

Data from official sources including DHB agreements and professional surveys
Career Progression

Rural GP

$170,000

Senior Rural Doctor

$235,000

Rural Hospital Director

$300,000
Registration Requirements
  • Fellowship of Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners (FRNZCGP)
  • Diploma in Rural Medicine or equivalent
  • Advanced Life Support certification
Visa Requirements
  • Green List Tier 1 - Straight to residence pathway
  • IELTS 7.5 overall (minimum 7.0 in each band)
  • Medical Council of New Zealand registration
Workforce Demand
Current Demand Level
High

There is significant demand for this specialty in New Zealand. Excellent job prospects and opportunities for career advancement.

Practice Setting: Rural hospitals, community health centres, remote clinics

Official Data Sources

All salary and workforce data is sourced from official organizations and verified industry reports:

  • Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ)
  • Rural Health Alliance Aotearoa New Zealand
  • Division of Rural Hospital Medicine

Data current as of January 2025. For educational purposes only — not medical or financial advice.

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116,610 practicing doctors (2023)
20,012 practicing doctors (2024)
60-69 distinct medical specialties
17 specialist medical colleges

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