General Physician - Acute Medicine and HITH

Health New Zealand | Bay of Plenty; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Tauranga is seeking a General Physician to provide services in Acute Medicine and contribute to the Hospital in the Home initiative. This is a full-time position in a supportive department with opportunities for training and teaching. Candidates must hold or be eligible for vocational registration with the NZ Medical Council. The role offers the chance to work in a scenic location with a vibrant lifestyle.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold or be eligible for vocational registration.
• Experience in General Internal Medicine is essential.
• Willingness to work in an Acute Medicine unit.

Responsibilities

• Join a department providing comprehensive General Internal Medicine services.
• Contribute to the Hospital in the Home service.
• Provide inpatient and outpatient services.

Skills

General Internal Medicine

Acute Medicine

Sub-specialty interests

Education

Vocational registration with the NZ Medical Council

Job description

General Physician - Acute Medicine and Hospital in the Home (HITH)

Tauranga Hospital

• Permanent, fulltime opportunity
• Opportunity to contribute to the establishment and evolution of our Hospital in the Home service
• The Bay of Plenty is an incredible place to live with amazing beaches, an enviable climate and a fabulous lifestyle on offer.

About The Role

We are looking to employ a General Physician to join our Department of Medicine, currently providing General Internal Medicine inpatient and outpatient services, plus a range of sub‑specialty services to a population of approximately 260,000. This position is based at Tauranga Hospital, a 359 bed Level 2 hospital.

The successful candidate will join a department of more than twenty other physicians who share General Medical responsibilities across teams. This role will primarily be based in Acute Medicine within our Assessment and Planning unit (APU), but a significant part of the role will involve contributing to the establishment and evolution of our Hospital in the Home (HITH) service. At times, ward based inpatient General Medicine work may also be required but this will predominantly be an Acute Medicine role.

Tauranga Hospital runs an Acute General Medical inpatient service with support from resident sub‑specialists in Cardiology, Respiratory, Gastroenterology, Endocrinology, Rheumatology, Infectious Diseases, Geriatrics, Oncology, Haematology, Palliative care, Neurology and Renal services. General Physicians are well supported to provide comprehensive care.

Candidates with sub‑specialty interests are welcome to enquire due to the flexible nature of the vacancy. We also welcome trainees in the last six months of training to apply.

The department has recently implemented significant changes in the model of care and there is a strong desire to keep improving our services for both our patients and colleagues. You will be joining a team of very motivated and flexible physicians. There are teaching opportunities across undergraduate (years 4–6) and postgraduate (basic and advanced trainees) medicine.

Applicants must hold or be eligible for vocational registrars with the NZ Medical Council.

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 serve 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 by Sunday 26th of October. Should you require further information, please contact: Head of Department Matt Wheeler [e-mail], or Medical leader Michelle Downie [e-mail]