We’ve got your back.
Since 1985 NZRDA has represented the interests of RMOs including trainee interns and clinical students.
We are here to care and advocate for you – the future of medicine.
Being part of NZRDA gives you the support of the largest RMO union and a voice in RMO issues.
Every TI and clinical student makes our union stronger. The stronger our union, the stronger our voice.
Trainee Interns and clinical students who join NZRDA can access:
- Union information about collective agreement processes and important employment matters affecting all RMOs.
- Confidential and professional advice and support on work matters.
- Representation of your interests as a key part of the RMO workforce.
- Free indemnity insurance through NZMII
- Grants and scholarships through the NZRDA Education Trust
- Resources, training and guidance to prepare you for starting work as a house office in your PGY1 year.
As a Trainee Intern or Clinical Student, your NZRDA membership is FREE.
You can join NZRDA below.
Membership Application
Enter your details below to join the NZRDA.
Trainee Intern and Clinical Students Resources
If you are a TI who is having to cover the work or some of the work of an absent House Officer, please fill out the form above and email to us here.
Free Indemnity Insurance through NZMII
We want to ensure you are protected from all issues that could arise during your time in the hospitals. To this end, we would provide all members of the student chapter with free medical indemnity insurance in conjunction with NZMII.
Preparation for your PGY1 year
Through our resources, training days, and advice we will give you a firm understanding of what to expect, and what your rights are, in your PGY1 year.
Scholarships and grants
Scholarships and grants through the NZRDA Education Trust will be able to be applied for by clinical students.
Industrial advice for jobs before your PGY1 year
Our advocacy team are able to offer advice and representation on issues you have when working in placements.