Orthogeriatric Consultant Opportunity in Auckland

Head Medical; Auckland; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in New Zealand is seeking a dedicated Consultant Orthogeriatrician to join their enthusiastic SMO team. You will provide excellent care to the over 65 population in Auckland, working across two hospital sites. The role requires strong communication, administrative, and time management skills, alongside flexibility to engage with patients of various cultures. Opportunities for professional growth and a supportive environment are offered in one of New Zealand's most vibrant cities.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Consultant Orthogeriatrician.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Background in managing care for the elderly.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent care to over 65 patients after trauma or surgery.
• Work across two hospital sites in Auckland.
• Engage in innovative practice and collegial relationships.

Skills

Excellent communication

Administrative skills

Time management skills

Self-motivation

Cultural flexibility

Job description

Overview

The District serves the largest population in New Zealand, providing services to more than 640,000 people and employing more than 8,800 staff. We have a diverse population with complex, interesting and challenging presentations.

Our organisation values and promise statement – Best Care for Everyone – serves to inspire us to continuously improve to provide the best care possible to each and every person and their family within our community.

Our Orthopaedic Department admits the second highest number of over 65-year-olds that have suffered traumatic hip fractures. Our service is seeking an additional dedicated Consultant Orthogeriatrician to work alongside our existing dynamic, passionate and dedicated Orthogeriatrician.

You will join our SMO team of friendly, enthusiastic and dedicated professionals.

You will work collaboratively to provide excellent care to all our over 65 population that have suffered traumatic injury or required specialist input after elective surgery.

You would be working across both of our Auckland hospital sites. You will be working in an environment that welcomes innovative practice and collegial working relationships.

Flexibility to work with patients of various cultures and age is essential, as is self-motivation, excellent communication, administrative and time management skills.

In return you will be given a wonderful opportunity to work in a supportive environment with many opportunities to grow and develop your skills.

Auckland is a fantastic city to live in and we have no doubt you will enjoy everything the largest settlement in New Zealand and this amazing coastal city has to offer.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online and attach an up to date copy of your CV for consideration.