New Zealand Government – New Plymouth, North IslandContract, Full time, Casual/TemporaryAbout 1 month ago, from New Zealand GovernmentImproving, promoting, protecting and caring for the health and wellbeing of the people of Taranaki.We are looking for people that share our vision by providing the best care for our people and our community. We have a responsibility to see the whole picture, the whole community, in terms of health and to support everyone working in Taranaki to do the best job they can in a world of constant change.Taranaki - A place like no otherTaranaki boasts some of New Zealand's most iconic natural landscapes like Mt Taranaki and many adventure activities. The rugged and wild coastline is home to more than 12 world-class surf breaks. Taranaki is a place where you can ski and surf in the same day. For a more relaxing experience, there are many walks (bush, coastal or mountain) as well as art trails, festivals and award-winning museums and galleries and a thriving café culture.At Te Whatu Ora Taranaki we are committed to recognising the value our people bring to our organisation within a supportive team of healthcare professionals that provide comprehensive care to our patients.We believe having a workforce that is diverse and inclusive makes us a pro-equity Health Organisation, which means that we will be better positioned to understand and serve our community.When you choose to work with us, we will offer you:A comprehensive orientation and induction to our organisation and your departmentAccess to clinical training and educationUp to date facilitiesOpportunities to participate on local project and regional collaboration teamsFixed Term, varied FTE available, to cover both Sabbatical and Maternity Leave, Ideally we are seeking urgent starts but open to discussion.Join a team of 17 FACEM and other emergency medicine trained specialistsProviding a 24/7 service with approximately 33,000 and 16,000 patient visits per yearAccredited by the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine to deliver 12 months Registrar trainingEmergency Medicine Specialists work between two sites at Taranaki Base Hospital, located in New Plymouth, and Hawera Hospital, located 1-hour drive south. The roster involves approximately 18 shifts over a six-week period. You are supported locally by nearly all medical and surgical specialties, and have mid-level providers, junior doctors and medical students working or rotating through them.The accredited training programme has been successful with trainees recently passing their fellowship exams.There is provision for ample paid CME and vacation leave to take when you want to take time for fun or learning.In Taranaki you would:Provide emergent care for the entire districtSee a full range of patient presentationsWork closely with other specialists to achieve the best care possible for your patientsParticipate in education and assessment of junior medical staff and studentsDo you share in our vision, our values and will ensure our patients feel supported and cared for throughout their journey with us?We would love to hear from you! - Join us!If you want to make an application click on "Apply Online" from within this page.For more information regarding Taranaki Base Hospital in New Plymouth, please contact Dr Michael Connelly, Clinical Director - Emergency Medicine, via email: ****** more information regarding Hawera Hospital / Rural Hospital Medicine, please contact Dr Tom Dawson, Head of Department, South Taranaki Rural Health, via email: ****** position will remain open until vacancies have been filled.
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