Permanent Acute General Medicine Physician – Inpatient Lead

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand; Whakatāne; On-site; NZD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand is seeking a General Medicine Physician for Whakatane Hospital in the Bay of Plenty. The role is a permanent, full-time position available from June 2027, primarily inpatient with some elective work.

You will be part of a six-physician department, provide acute general medical care and contribute to teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate training. The Bay of Plenty offers a high-quality lifestyle with access to coastal and inland recreation.

Qualifications

• Hold or be eligible for vocational registration with the NZ Medical Council.

Responsibilities

• Inpatient General Medicine duties including acute assessments, admissions and on-call roster.
• Lead an inpatient team and collaborate with subspecialty services across medicine.
• Teaching opportunities for undergraduate and postgraduate trainees.

Job description

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand is seeking a General Medicine Physician for Whakatane Hospital in the Bay of Plenty. The role is a permanent, full-time position available from June 2027, primarily inpatient with some elective work.

You will be part of a six-physician department, provide acute general medical care and contribute to teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate training. The Bay of Plenty offers a high-quality lifestyle with access to coastal and inland recreation.