Consultant Acute Medicine Physician

New Zealand Government; Whangarei; On-site; NZD 185,380 - 267,980; Full time

Job summary

The New Zealand Government is seeking a Consultant Acute Medicine Physician to join Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora. This permanent full-time position in Whangarei offers the opportunity to provide acute medical services in a supportive team environment.

Applicants must be eligible for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand, bringing their expertise in Internal Medicine to ensure high-quality healthcare delivery. Competitive salary range of $185,380 - $267,980 annually is offered.

Qualifications

• Eligible for specialist registration with MCNZ in Internal Medicine.
• Ability to provide acute medical services efficiently.
• Commitment to equitable healthcare delivery.

Responsibilities

• Provide acute medical services within Northland.
• Manage inpatients and conduct Same Day Emergency Care.
• Teach and mentor medical registrars.

Skills

Specialist registration with MCNZ

Experience in Internal Medicine

Team collaboration

Education

Medical degree

Job description

# Consultant Acute Medicine Physician at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau, Northland## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* **Whangarei, Northland, New Zealand*** **Permanent full-time position**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.**About the Role**We are looking for physicians to provide acute medical services within Northland; these are a combination of new and replacement roles.Existing specialties include:* General and Acute medicine* Rheumatology* Respiratory* Gastroenterology including a visiting hepatologist* Neurology* Cardiology* Infectious Disease* Endocrinology and diabetes* Healthcare of the elderly* Maternal Medicine* Oncology and Haematology* Renal medicineWe have several new facilities including a new Laboratory, endoscopy and cardiac catheter suite with the agreed funding for a new hospital which is currently in the planning stage.The role will be focused on acute medicine which will include Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC), hot clinics and short stay wards, Emergency Department and managing inpatients. The on-call roster means working some weekends per year with a rostered day off after weekend work.Click here to view the position description.**About the Location and Team**Our department has a family feel with a positive culture, although a busy and challenging environment everyone looks after each other and has a real passion for what they do and why they do it. Teaching and mentoring our 28 medical registrars is an important part of our work. We want candidates who are team players committed to improving and developing services to meet the population need with a passion for the delivery of equitable healthcare.As well as a warm climate, the "winterless north" offers excellent schools; affordable housing and scenic coastal areas offering a range of recreational activities. We are just a two hours' drive or 25-minute flight from the international hub of Auckland. To learn more about our stunning location please click here For more information on living and working in Northland click here**About you**To be considered you must have or be eligible for specialist (or locum tenens) registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) in an Internal Medicine Vocational scope of practice.If you are currently overseas / not yet registered, we can assist you with the application process to obtain MCNZ registration.**Working at 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**To apply please click **apply now**. All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Clinical Director of Medicine Dr Alan Davis [e-mail] or General Manager [e-mail]*We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.*## Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details| | || --- | --- || Employer: | Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau || Location: | Northland || Position type: | Permanent Part time || Category: | Health || Date listed: | 19-May-2026 || Salary range: | $185,380 - $267,980 || Closing date: | 16-Jun-2026 || Reference: | WHA00575 || Attachment: | No File Attached || File links: | || Website: | https://www.northlanddhb.org.nz/ |