Emergency Medicine Specialist - Rural Taupo Hospital

Emergency Medicine Specialist - Rural Taupo Hospital at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Lakes, Waikato

Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes

Permanent, Full or Part Time

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

Mō te tūranga / About the role

We are seeking an Emergency Specialist to work in our Taupō Hospital. You will be a part of a small competent and supportive team which provide 24 / 7 medical cover to a population of approximately 41,000. You will also have the support of other medical staff such as nurses, medical students and junior resident doctors.

Use your varied and broad generalist knowledge and experience to diagnose and treat your patient in ED, through to discharge or stabilise and transfer patients to the Secondary / Tertiary Hospitals when required. You’ll be within 3 months of obtaining your Emergency Medicine qualification and or hold / be eligible for Specialist Vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand.

Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupō, New Zealand. This role is based at our rural hospital in Taupō.

Nestled in the heart of the North Island, Taupō is renowned for its breath-taking landscapes, including the majestic Lake Taupō, the largest freshwater lake in Australasia. The region boasts scenic mountains, lush forests, and geothermal wonders, providing endless opportunities for outdoor activities. The Lakes district is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities such as mountain biking, skiing, and fishing. Family friendly beaches are also an hour’s drive away. The Lakes district has a growing multi-cultural community and is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience in an excellent and supportive work environment.

• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance for successful long term and permanent appointments
• Free staff parking
• A supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment
• Discounts (with local businesses)
• Access to Employee Assistance Program

Awhe utu / Salary range

$ 142,000 to $ 267,980 pro-rated to hours worked plus Senior Medical Officer allowances.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

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