Consultant Respiratory Physician | Palmerston North | New Zealand Odyssey Recruitment Global Medical Recruitment – Palmerston North, North Island $220,000 - $220,000 a year Contract, Full time, Permanent Seeking a consultant general and respiratory physician with skills in fibreoptic bronchoscopy, EBUS and reporting on sleep studies and respiratory lung function tests. Some general medical cover will be required (on call duties and holiday cover). Position Highlights Full time permanent employment contract with a leading public sector healthcare organisation 40 hour working week plus on call duties covering acute general medicine Excellent remuneration package with visa sponsorship, relocation package and study leave allowance and additional benefits Located in a region with an excellent lifestyle, from scenic hiking spots to great schools Respiratory team is based in a 360 bed general public hospital and includes three respiratory physicians, nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, sleep and respiratory laboratory technicians/physiologists, and respiratory physiotherapists. Service provides comprehensive specialist outpatient and inpatient respiratory services, and primary health care support including community based clinics. Supporting services on site include radiology, nuclear medicine, radiation and medical oncology. Oncology services cover lung cancer treatment for a wider region. An EBUS service is being introduced to support lung cancer treatment for a wider region. Cardiothoracic surgical services are provided in Wellington as the tertiary centre. Professional Requirements Medical Degree recognised by WHO FRACP or equivalent specialist qualification Registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand, or be eligible for vocational or provisional vocational registration Knowledge and ability to manage cystic fibrosis patients and any experience in the supervision of respiratory function laboratory is desirable. Benefits Salary ASMS scale for 40 hour week plus allowances NZD 220,000 - 400,000 PA 6 weeks annual leave Tailored wellness programmes (Fitness passport; gym membership and discounted health insurance) Superannuation (if eligible) Study leave 10 days and NZD 16,000 pa Relocation package Reimbursement of medical licence costs Work in a supportive and professional environment Enjoy a satisfying role with the right balance of challenging and fulfilling work Palmerston North An university city in the North Island, Palmerston North offers a relaxed pace of life in a small city with close access to Wellington, short commutes, affordable housing and plenty of good schools. Some features: Located at the hub of key routes to the central North Island ski fields, and river adventures. Wellington, the capital city, is only a two-hour journey by road, as are the local wine growing regions. The region offers visitors and residents a unique mix of lifestyle by combining rural charm with the convenience of sophisticated living with all modern services and luxuries expected of vibrant cities, including a shopping plaza, a Globe theatrical centre, the Regent and Centre Point theatres, and dozens of hotels/motels. Excellent primary, intermediate and secondary schooling, both public and private, mixed and single sex. Cost of living is reasonable, housing very affordable, and rural living with stunning views only minutes from town is very achievable. How to Apply If you meet the requirements listed above and are looking for an exciting new challenge in public healthcare, we invite you to apply. Please ensure to include your CV, proof of your medical degree, and your registration status with the Medical Council of New Zealand. We can assist with applications for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand. Additional information 40 hour working week Visa, relocation package and study leave allowance and additional benefits Leading public sector employer #J-18808-Ljbffr