Consultant Emergency Medicine Physician

North Island - Northland Whangarei; Whangarei; On-site; NZD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CME funding and leave entitlements

Relocation assistance

MCNZ registration support

Job summary

Whangārei Hospital in the Northland region is seeking a Consultant Emergency Physician to join a collegiate team in a high‑needs population. The department sees 50,000+ presentations annually across Whangārei and three regional hospitals, with a strong paediatric component and a supportive environment for trainee doctors.

This role offers ACEM accreditation for 24 months Advanced Training and Paediatric Logbook Training, relocation assistance, generous CME funding and family employment support,

Qualifications

• Need MCNZ specialist (or locum) registration in Emergency Medicine.
• Experience in high‑needs population settings is desirable.
• Commitment to teaching and trainee supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality emergency care in a busy department.
• Participate in the ACEM accredited training program and supervise trainees.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.

Skills

Emergency Medicine

Job description

About the Role

Tired of the urban grind? Discover an exceptional work-life balance where rewarding medicine meets an unparalleled coastal lifestyle in the "winterless north" of New Zealand.

Step into a consultant role within our dynamic Emergency Department at Whangārei Hospital, the primary referral centre for the 170,000 people of Northland. You will join a collegiate and supportive team of 21 SMOs, making a tangible impact on health outcomes for a high-needs, high-Māori population.

The Emergency Department provides emergency services for the entire district across Whangārei Hospital as well as our three regional hospitals in Kaitaia, Dargaville and the Bay of Islands.

Our department sees 50,000 plus presentations annually, with a significant paediatric component (25%).

We are accredited by ACEM for 24 months of Advanced Training and Paediatric Logbook Training. Play a key role in shaping the next generation of emergency doctors by guiding our successful Part 1 and Part 2 trainees.

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.

• Generous CME funding and leave entitlements in accordance with collective agreements
• Relocation assistance available for eligible candidates
• Information about Health NZ employment opportunities for partners and family members

Imagine finishing your shift and being minutes away from some of New Zealand's most spectacular coastlines. Northland offers:

• A subtropical climate with warm, mild winters.
• World-class recreational opportunities: sailing, diving, fishing, hiking, and surfing.
• Affordable housing, excellent schools, and vibrant communities rich in culture and heritage.
• The convenience of being just a two-hour drive or a 25-minute flight from Auckland.

For more information on living and working in Northland

About you

You are a dedicated Emergency Physician who is passionate about providing high-quality care and fostering a positive team environment. 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 Emergency Medicine vocational scope.

For overseas applicants, we offer dedicated support with the MCNZ registration process.

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 workforcethat is diverse and inclusiveso thatwe are better positioned to understand and service our community.We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Job details

Job Reference:

Job Reference: WHA01276

Location:

North Island - Northland - Whangarei

Job type:

Job type: Permanent Full time

Expertise:

Clinical - Senior Medical Officers, Medical Officers and Fellows - Emergency Medicine