Gastroenterologist

New Zealand Government; Taranaki; On-site; NZD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Relocation assistance and immigration support

Opportunities for ongoing professional development

Balanced lifestyle in Taranaki

Job summary

The New Zealand Government is seeking a Gastroenterologist for the Taranaki Base Hospital. This is a fulltime position (1.0 FTE) offered temporarily for 12 months, with the possibility of extension. Immediate start is available.

The role involves providing high-quality, patient-centred care, conducting outpatient clinics, and participating in the general medicine on-call roster. Ideal candidates should be vocally registered with the Medical Council of New Zealand and hold a fellowship with RACP.

Benefits include competitive salary in line with the New Zealand MECA, relocation assistance, and opportunities for ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Vocationally registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand.
• Fellowship with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to holistic and equitable patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide acute and inpatient care.
• Conduct outpatient clinics.
• Participate in the general medicine on-call roster.
• Deliver high-quality patient-centred care.

Skills

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Commitment to holistic and equitable patient care

Education

Fellowship with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) or equivalent

Vocationally registered (or eligible for registration) with the Medical Council of New Zealand

Job description

Gastroenterologist – Taranaki Base Hospital. Fulltime 1.0 FTE, temporary 12 months with possibility of extension. Immediate start.

About the Role

We are seeking a consultant in General Medicine to provide high-quality, patient-centred care in our busy but supportive hospital setting. We are specifically looking for someone with a Gastroenterology focus, or a Gastroenterologist who is open to doing partial General Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Provide acute and inpatient care.
• Conduct outpatient clinics.
• Participate in the general medicine on‑call roster.
• Deliver high‑quality patient‑centred care.

Qualifications

• Vocationally registered (or eligible for registration) with the Medical Council of New Zealand.
• Fellowship with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to holistic and equitable patient care.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits in line with the New Zealand MECA.
• Relocation assistance and immigration support.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and teaching.
• Balanced lifestyle in one of New Zealand’s most beautiful regions.

About the Team, Service & Location

A supportive, collegial team environment with strong links to tertiary centres.

EEO Statement

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora welcomes applications from diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled and rainbow communities and is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.

Application Information

To apply, please submit your application through our online careers portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Claudia Matthews, Service Lead, Medical and Acute, via email [e-mail]. We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.