Consultant Paediatrician, Waikato Hospital - 6 Months Fixed Term

• Waikato Hospital Hamilton, New Zealand
• 6 Months Fixed Term

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.

The Opportunity

A rare, fixed term opportunity is available to join the General and Subspecialty Paediatrics team at Waikato Hospital in Aotearoa New Zealand to cover six months sabbatical leave.

We seek a general paediatrician to join our dedicated group of clinicians committed to delivering excellent care for tamariki/children across the Waikato region. The role includes participation in the oncall roster and involvement in general paediatric outpatient clinics.

Our service places high value on equity-focused care, excellence in paediatric practice, strong team-based collaboration, and the teaching and development of junior doctors.

If you are an enthusiastic paediatrician who values patientcentred, teamoriented careand who is looking to enjoy the lifestyle benefits that the Waikato offerswe would be delighted to hear from you.

Applicants must hold, or be eligible to apply for, vocational registration in Paediatrics with the Medical Council of New Zealand.

Key Responsibilities:

• Efficient and effective assessment and management of patients that follow accepted professional guidelines
• Research and study relating to the treatment of a specific patient
• Clinical advice and support to other staff
• Investigative and treatment procedures carried out within organisational policies and guidelines
• Provide verbal advice to GPs who telephone for assistance
• Reading and responding to patients referral letters
• Community health promotion activities
• On call duties

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About our Service

At Health NZ | Te Whatu Ora, Waikato we have been on an incredible journey to become the best Childrens Health Service in New Zealand. Every day you will have the chance to improve the health outcomes of our tamariki, rangitahi and whānau, while developing your skills and expertise along the way.

This is an opportunity to experience working in our dedicated and supportive team with the great lifestyle you have always dreamed about.

About You

We welcome applications from newly qualified or experienced Paediatricians who have completed advanced Paediatrics training in a comparable health system. You will hold, or be eligible to apply for, vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand.

About Waikato Hospital - Hamilton

Located in the heart of the mighty Waikato, Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Waikato operates over several sites, Hamilton City our main campus and smaller community-based hospitals across our region.

To discover more about our stunning area, please click here.

Working for 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

Please click `Apply online or apply via our Waikato Careers Website by clicking here All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal.

For comprehensive information and support with the MCNZ registration and relocation process, please contact Rachel Spencer, Senior Recruitment Advisor- Rachel.Spencer@tewhatuora.govt.nz

For any queries about the role please contact: Naomi Knight Operations Manager Child Health at naomi.knight@waikatodhb.health.nz

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and this position is open until filled.