General Paediatrician – Fixed-Term Maternity Cover (Neonatal On-Call)

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes; Bay of Plenty; On-site; NZD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Tauranga Hospital in New Zealand is advertising a full-time fixed-term Consultant Paediatrician position to cover maternity leave until January 2027. The role involves General Paediatrics and SCBU level 2 neonates, with an equal share of on-call duties and outpatient clinics.

The department currently has a supportive team with senior staff on call and a 23-bed ward plus SCBU. Applicants should hold FRACP in General Paediatrics and be prepared to work in a dynamic, patient-centred environment.

Qualifications

• FRACP in General Paediatrics required.

Responsibilities

• Share on-call roster with colleagues, covering General Paediatrics and SCBU level 2 neonates.
• Outpatient responsibilities include clinics (approx. 3 per week).
• Contribute to a busy but supportive department with senior staff on call.

Education

FRACP in General Paediatrics

Job description

Tauranga Hospital in New Zealand is advertising a full-time fixed-term Consultant Paediatrician position to cover maternity leave until January 2027. The role involves General Paediatrics and SCBU level 2 neonates, with an equal share of on-call duties and outpatient clinics.

The department currently has a supportive team with senior staff on call and a 23-bed ward plus SCBU. Applicants should hold FRACP in General Paediatrics and be prepared to work in a dynamic, patient-centred environment.