Rheumatologist

New Zealand Government; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

Christchurch Hospital is seeking a Consultant Rheumatologist for a part-time (0.7 FTE) role in the Rheumatology, Immunology and Allergy Department. You will deliver outpatient-based services in a busy public hospital serving the Canterbury and West Coast regions.

You will work with a senior team, collaborate with other specialties, and contribute to quality improvement while maintaining strong continuity of care. Eligibility requirements include FRACP or equivalent and vocational registration.

Qualifications

• FRACP or equivalent rheumatology qualification.
• Eligible for vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand.
• Patient-focused, collaborative approach to care and equity in health outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outpatient-based rheumatology services within a busy department.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and other hospital specialties.
• Support continuity of care and participate in quality improvement.

Skills

FRACP or equivalent

Education

FRACP or equivalent qualification in rheumatology

Eligibility for vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand

Job description

Christchurch Hospital | Part-time (0.7 FTE) Advance your specialist career while making a real impact for patients across the Canterbury and West Coast regions. Join a collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team in one of Aotearoa's busiest and most dynamic public hospitals. With a predominantly outpatient workload, this is an excellent opportunity to balance meaningful clinical work with lifestyle in the South Island's most vibrant city. Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

As a Consultant Rheumatologist, you will join our Rheumatology, Immunology and Allergy Department at Christchurch Hospital. You will deliver predominantly outpatient-based services, supported by a senior team comprising four other SMOs, an advanced trainee in rheumatology, specialist clinical nurses, and a research nurse. You will also collaborate with other hospital specialties by providing consultation advice. The inpatient and day unit component of the role is modest, allowing for strong continuity of care within the outpatient setting.

About the Team / Service / Location

Our department serves a large and diverse population across Waitaha Canterbury and the West Coast. Based at Christchurch Hospital - a busy tertiary centre and the largest facility in the South Island - we provide specialist rheumatology care across multiple settings and maintain strong links with other internal medicine services. For more information on living and working in Christchurch, click here.

About You

• FRACP or an equivalent recognised qualification in rheumatology.


• Eligibility for vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand.


• A patient-focused, collaborative approach to care delivery.


• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team environment.


• A commitment to equitable health outcomes and continuous quality improvement.

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.