Consultant Emergency Medicine Physician

Consultant Emergency Medicine Physician Overview

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking passionate Emergency Medicine Physicians to join our team in Whangarei New Zealand. We have permanent full-time positions available.

About the Role

Tired of the urban grind? Discover an exceptional work-life balance where rewarding medicine meets an unparalleled coastal lifestyle in the "winterless north" of New Zealand.

Step into a consultant role within our dynamic Emergency Department at Whangarei Hospital, the primary referral centre for the 170,000 people of Northland. You will join a collegiate and supportive team of 21 SMOs, making a tangible impact on health outcomes for a high-needs, high-Maori population.

The Emergency Department provides emergency services for the entire district across Whangarei Hospital as well as our three regional hospitals in Kaitaia, Dargaville and the Bay of Islands.

Our department sees 50,000 plus presentations annually, with a significant paediatric component (25%).

We are accredited by ACEM for 24 months of Advanced Training and Paediatric Logbook Training. Play a key role in shaping the next generation of emergency doctors by guiding our successful Part 1 and Part 2 trainees.

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Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

Benefits

Generous CME funding and leave entitlements in accordance with collective agreements
Relocation assistance available for eligible candidates
Information about Health NZ employment opportunities for partners and family members

Your New Lifestyle in Northland

Imagine finishing your shift and being minutes away from some of New Zealand's most spectacular coastlines. Northland offers:

A subtropical climate with warm, mild winters.
World-class recreational opportunities: sailing, diving, fishing, hiking, and surfing.
Affordable housing, excellent schools, and vibrant communities rich in culture and heritage.
The convenience of being just a two-hour drive or a 25-minute flight from Auckland.

For more information on living and working in Northland click here

About you

You are a dedicated Emergency Physician who is passionate about providing high-quality care and fostering a positive team environment. To be considered, you must have or be eligible for specialist (or locum tenens) registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) in an Emergency Medicine vocational scope.

For overseas applicants, we offer dedicated support with the MCNZ registration process.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact [email protected]

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

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