ICU Intensivist: Relocation, CME, Academic & Teaching

CGR Services; Auckland; On-site; NZD 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job description

Waikato Hospital, Critical Care - Hamilton, New Zealand Join Waikato Hospitals expanding ICU serviceclinical, academic, and teaching opportunities, plus generous benefits and relocation support.

Hours: 40 hours per week (1.0 FTE) + on-call Remuneration: NZ$250,000 NZ$380,000+ depending on qualifications and experience.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, were building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the Role Waikato Hospitals Intensive Care Unit is undergoing significant expansion this year, and we have exciting opportunities for single- or dual-trained Intensivists to join our evolving service. This is a dynamic time to contribute to a growing department with a strong focus on clinical excellence, education, and innovation. In addition to your clinical role, youll have opportunities to pursue academic and research interests, and to support the training and development of both junior and senior medical staff.

Benefits

• Average call duties and availability allowance of approximately 45-55% of base salary
• 6% superannuation
• $16,000 annual CME allowance
• 6 weeks annual leave plus 2 weeks CME leave
• Generous relocation support
• Full assistance with registration, relocation, and immigration
• A recruitment allowance is currently being offered

About our Critical Care Department The Critical Care Department at Waikato Hospital is the tertiary provider for Intensive Care to the Midland region of New Zealand. As a tertiary referral centre, our 16-bed state-of-the-art ICU provides all major tertiary services: Major traumaCardiac surgery (second largest in NZ)NeurosurgeryRegional burnsBusy general and paediatric intensive care We manage around 1,500 ICU patients and nearly 3,000 HDU patients annually and operate an air and road retrieval service for both critical care and a large contingency of cardiac patients.

Clinicians joining our team will have opportunities to pursue academic and research interests, and to contribute to the training of both junior and senior medical staff. Subspecialty interestsincluding cardiac, paediatrics, and academiaare supported and welcomed. The unit is credentialed by the College of Intensive Care Medicine (CICM) at C24 level.

Living and Working in the Waikato Waikato Hospital, located in Hamilton, is New Zealands largest tertiary teaching hospital and the regional hub for the Midland area, serving over 840,000 people. With 722 inpatient beds, 22 operating theatres, and advanced diagnostic facilities, it provides comprehensive care and is affiliated with the University of Auckland, University of Waikato, and Wintec. The hospitals Waiora Campus supports both road and air ambulance services, making it a centre of excellence in clinical care, education, and research. Waikato Hospital is in the heart of Hamilton city, a vibrant and welcoming community with a reasonable cost of living and easy commute. Hamilton is handily located within easy reach of other major cities, including Auckland and Tauranga, making it a great base for exploring New Zealand on weekends and holidays. The Waikato region offers a vibrant blend of natural beauty, cultural richness, and urban energy. From world-class surf beaches and underground caves to iconic film landscapes, its a place of discovery and adventure for all ages.

About You Required skills & experience you will need to be considered for this role: Hold or be eligible for vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand in the scope of practice of Intensive Care Medicine and must be of good standing. Hold FCICM, or UK FICM with CCT or equivalent qualifications 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.