Intensive Care Physician

New Zealand Government; Northland; On-site; NZD 130,000 - 180,000; Part time

Job summary

The New Zealand Government is seeking a motivated Specialist Intensivist for a part-time position in Whangarei, Northland. The successful candidate will provide high-quality care in a modern nine-bed ICU, participate in teaching resident staff, and be part of the on-call roster.

Whangarei offers a warm climate and a friendly community. Applicants should have MCNZ registration and be eligible for FCICM or equivalent qualifications.

Qualifications

• Specialist registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand in Intensive Care Medicine.
• FCICM or equivalent qualification is required.
• Open to advanced trainees nearing completion of training.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective, high-quality care to the Northland community.
• Participate in teaching and training resident medical staff.
• Be actively involved in the consultant on-call roster for ICU.

Skills

Registration with MCNZ in Intensive Care Medicine

Eligibility for or possession of FCICM

Ability to assist with MCNZ registration for overseas candidates

Job description

Whangarei, Northland, New Zealand – Permanent part‑time position (0.5FTE).

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated Specialist Intensivist to provide effective and high‑quality care to the Northland community. The successful candidate will work in the Department of Intensive Care Medicine, participate in teaching and training resident medical staff, and be actively involved in the consultant on‑call roster for ICU. The Intensive Care Unit is a modern nine‑bed department that receives 525 patient admissions per year, with over 40% mechanically ventilated. The unit provides an ICU outreach service and is accredited for training by the College of Intensive Care Medicine. Currently, eight Intensivists contribute to a 1:9 roster, supported by eight registrars and one SHO providing 24/7 cover. Patients seen daily include paediatrics and major trauma, and the department also provides medical and nursing cover for the flight retrieval service in conjunction with Northern Rescue Helicopter Limited, overseeing approximately 480 helicopter transfers per year.

About the Location

Whangarei offers a warm climate, winterless conditions, excellent schools, affordable housing, and scenic coastal recreation. It is just a two‑hour drive or a 25‑minute flight from Auckland. The Northland region is known for its friendly community and natural beauty.

About you

• Specialist (or locum tenens) registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) in Intensive Care Medicine or an associated vocational scope of practice.
• Eligibility for or possession of FCICM or an equivalent qualification.
• Open to advanced trainees nearing completion of training.
• Ability to assist with MCNZ registration for overseas or unregistered candidates, if applicable.

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