New Zealand-based hospitals and other healthcare setups should consider hiring a licensed immigration adviser to assist with their overseas hiring. There are several reasons why this may be beneficial:

1. A licensed immigration adviser is familiar with New Zealand's immigration laws and can ensure that the hospital is compliant with these laws.
2. A licensed immigration adviser can assist with the hospital's recruitment process, including suitable sourcing candidates and assisting with the visa application process.
3. A licensed immigration adviser can provide ongoing support to the hospital and its employees throughout their employment in New Zealand.
4. A licensed immigration adviser can advise on utilizing the best of New Zealand's latest Green List program, using the Accredited Employers Work Visa, to attract and retain top overseas talent.
5. A licensed immigration adviser can advise how to minimize the risk of employing overseas staff who may not be legally entitled to work in New Zealand.

Which are the Health care Occupations that are Currently in Demand?

There is currently a high demand for a range of health care occupations in New Zealand, including but not limited to: doctors, nurses, midwives, dentists, pharmacists and physiotherapists. 

The New Zealand immigration authorities have created the Green List designed to attract overseas workers in these occupations. For example, the Accredited Employers Work Visa allows hospitals to sponsor overseas workers for temporary work visas. This visa is valid for up to three years and can be renewed once.

The employer must provide the employee with a job offer that meets certain conditions, including being paid at or above the median wage for their occupation and having a skills assessment from an NZQA-approved agency. The employee must also meet the standard health and character requirements.

The employee must also meet the standard health and character requirements. The Licensed Immigration Advisers Act 2009 requires that all immigration advisers who provide advice on New Zealand visas must be licensed by the Immigration Advisers Authority (IAA). This includes providing advice on the Accredited Employers Work Visa program

The IAA licenses immigration advisers to protect the interests of people receiving immigration advice. Only advisers who the IAA licenses can provide immigration advice. The IAA maintains a public register of licensed advisers,which is available on its website.

Hospitals should consider hiring a licensed immigration adviser to assist with their overseas hiring to ensure compliance with New Zealand immigration law, receive expert assistance with the recruitment process and provide ongoing support to employees.

How can Provisas help New Zealand - based Healthcare Concerns Hire Overseas Workers Smarter?

Hiring a licensed immigration adviser like Provisas can provide numerous benefits to New Zealand-based hospitals looking to hire overseas staff. By utilizing the expertise of a licensed immigration adviser, hospitals can ensure compliance with New Zealand immigration law, minimize risk, and attract and retain top talent from overseas.

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