PGY3 and Above; Senior house officers (SHO) and Registrar positions available
Discover the opportunity for professional growth while immersing yourself in the rich culture and adventure that awaits you in New Zealand!
Nau mai haere mai ki te Tairawhiti!
Gisborne, New Zealand is a hidden gem located in the Tairawhiti region on the stunning east coast of the North Island. With a laid-back, friendly atmosphere and breath-taking natural beauty, it is the perfect destination for those looking to experience a unique cultural training environment.
Gisborne offers access to outstanding leisure pursuits and a caring, safe community. The city has superb outdoor facilities, golden beaches, a warm climate and a vibrant local economy based on wineries, agriculture and tourism.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Medical Department at Te Whatu Ora Tairawhiti is open for applications for PGY3+ RMOs starting 30 January 2024 for 6 months or 1 year. We are accredited by the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) for Basic and Advanced Trainees. Our service includes resident medical officers (RMOs) working closely with senior medical officers (SMOs) as well as trainee interns to provide efficient and effective care for the people of Tairawhiti.
Gisborne Hospital is a 115 bed acute care hospital which serves a wide geographical area extending up the East Cape of New Zealand, creating enormous scope and variety in the work available to an enthusiastic trainee. Providing healthcare to a population of 50,000, Te Whatu Ora Tairawhiti is well supported locally by comprehensive surgical services and has a full range of diagnostic facilities on site including a new MRI scanner and CT scanner.
As an RMO in the medical department, you will have the opportunity to develop skills in general medicine as part of our team. The department consists of Physicians in General Medicine with sub-specialty interests as well as specialist nurses and visiting sub-specialists. As part of your inpatient duties, you will participate in medical admissions and management with an unselected medical take, giving you exposure to a wide range of medical presentations and procedures. There are also a number of educational opportunities including weekly journal club, protected teaching and clinical skills sessions.
Before applying you must have either general registration or be eligible for registration with the New Zealand Medical Council (www.mcnz.org.nz). Check if you're eligible here: http://www.mcnz.org/get-registered/registration-self-assessment-tool/
Eligible candidates:
Resident Medical Officers PGY3 or above
Eligibility for general or provisional general registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand
NZ or Australian citizen or resident, or appropriate visa to be eligible to live and work in NZ
We look forward to your application!
All applications should be made online and should include:
Up-to-date CV
x 3 written references (one of whom must be your most recent supervisor).
Me pehea te tuku tono - How to Apply
To complete an application please use the "apply now" link provided which will redirect you through our online career's portal. For successful applicants our mandatory process includes police vetting and health screening.
Te Whatu Ora Tairawhiti are committed to improving Maori health outcomes and achieving health equity for Maori through Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations. We aspire to having a workforce reflective of the communities we serve and achieving equitable outcomes for all.
It is desirable that new employees of Te Whatu Ora are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Immigration/Visa Support
Immigration NZ has introduced an Accredited Employer Work Visa scheme. For some positions this includes a clear pathway to residency. Successful candidates offered a position with us who require a work visa, will provide support with their Visa application.
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