New Zealand has become one of the popular choices
for local and international GPs owing to the plenty of benefits it has to
offer. We have put together top 6 amazing benefits of living and working as a
GP in New Zealand.
Work/life Balance
One of the many influences that drive medical
professionals towards New Zealand and Australia is the prospect of less stress
and a considerably better work-life balance. This may be due to the decreased
hours of work or shorter commuting hours. GP appointments are generally around
15 minutes with a lunch break and frequent tea breaks, which promotes a less
stressful work life.
Teamwork
In New Zealand, General Practitioners have no
hierarchical structure as patient care is at the forefront. Instead, they work
as collaborative teams. This helps GPs improve relations, communication and supporting
individuals improve their methods and procedures of working.
Quality Lifestyle
New Zealand is a country with one of the highest
qualities of life in the world, based on the quality of living surveys
conducted. It ranks
within the top ten countries
in terms of quality of life in 2020. The country offers a safe and green
environment with healthy lifestyle options and modern technological
developments making it an exciting place to live and work in. The country also
has a healthy economy fueled by global partnerships, sustainable energy
production and the development of the healthcare industry. Transport networks
are well-developed with well-developed highways and airports throughout the
country.
Diverse Society
People from all walks of life from many countries
and locations relocate to New Zealand making it an increasingly multicultural
society that appeals due to its laid-back way of life, pleasant weather
conditions and its diversity. The country has a relatively high level of
inbound migration from the UK, Asia and the pacific. Excellent welfare support
for families and extremely low crime rates make it even more stimulating to
relocate to New Zealand. The country is ranked the world’s
2nd safest country.
Perfect Climate
While most parts of the country’s admiration is owed
to its spectacular natural beauty, New Zealand’s temperate climate too makes it
a desirable destination to dwell. While most parts of the year you will find a
moderate climate with sunny weather, there are a few winter months that will
certainly give you a chance to spend time skiing and exploring various
landscapes of the country.
Cost of Living
Salaries for Doctors although are not as high as
it is in Australia, the cost of living in New Zealand is much lower than most
countries including the UK and Australia. It also benefits from a low inflation
rate and therefore promotes better savings. GPs moving to New Zealand start
working as salaried General Practitioner, possibly with the intention to buy
into the practice or take over the practice in future.
However, to work as a Doctor in New Zealand, you
will need 33 months of experience. You will also need to register with the
Medical Council of New Zealand which takes up to about 20 days to complete the
process, much less complicated compared to Australia.
If you are a doctor genuinely considering working
in New Zealand or Australia, feel free to drop an email to [email protected] with your questions
or job requirements and we will get back to you to help you towards your new
journey.
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