Those who take on health management responsibilities within their specialty (such as clinical director or managing partner in a group practice) generally earn at a similar rate to their specialty salary for the time they devote to health management.

Positions in departments of public health or the Ministry of Health range across the specialist salary scale and depend on experience and seniority. Doctors who take up positions such as Chief Medical Officer in a hospital would usually be paid near the top of the specialist salary scale. Doctors appointed to senior health management positions such as CEO of a DHB are currently paid approximately $200,000-$300,000.

There is a range of opportunities for doctors in health management in the private sector in consultancy roles and in pharmaceutical, IT and other companies. These positions can be paid $100,000-250,000 or more, depending on the business and your level of experience.