Specialist (Consultant) Intensive Care Medicine

Health New Zealand | Te Tai Tokerau Northland; Whangarei; On-site; NZD 200,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora – Te Tai Tokerau in Whangārei seeks an experienced Specialist in Intensive Care Medicine to lead the assessment, diagnosis and management of critically ill patients, oversee complex treatment plans and coordinate multidisciplinary care in the ICU.

You will participate in ward rounds, provide clinical leadership to junior staff, and contribute to on-call rosters, quality improvement and education initiatives within the team.

Qualifications

• Advanced clinical expertise in Medicine and Critical Care Medicine.
• Experience in training and clinical education, including supervising junior doctors.
• Specialist qualification in Intensive Care Medicine (or equivalent), eligible for vocational registration.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills in multidisciplinary environments.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and culturally safe practice.
• Experience with governance, quality improvement and evidence-based practice in ICU.

Responsibilities

• Lead assessment, diagnosis and management of critically ill patients in ICU.
• Oversee complex treatment plans and coordinate multidisciplinary care.
• Participate in ward rounds and provide clinical leadership to junior staff.
• Contribute to on-call rosters, quality improvement and education initiatives.

Skills

Advanced clinical expertise

Critical care experience

Clinical leadership

Training and education

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Cultural safety / Te Tiriti

Education

Specialist qualification in Intensive Care Medicine

Vocational registration eligibility NZMC

Job description

Company Description Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora – Te Tai Tokerau is the regional provider of health and disability services for the Northland population, from Topuni in the south to North Cape. With over 3,100 employees, the organization serves approximately 151,000 people and is part of the national agency responsible for the day-to-day running of the health system. Guided by the vision “A Healthier Northland – He Hauora Mo Te Tai Tokerau,” it works in partnership with Northlanders under Te Tiriti o Waitangi to improve population health, reduce inequities, and enhance patient experience. Core values include putting people first, showing respect, providing caring and compassionate services, communicating openly and safely, and striving for excellence and innovation in all aspects of care.

Role Description This full-time on-site Specialist (Consultant) Intensive Care Medicine role is based in Whangarei and focuses on providing high-quality critical care to a diverse patient population. Day-to-day responsibilities include leading the assessment, diagnosis, and management of critically ill patients, overseeing complex treatment plans, and coordinating multidisciplinary care within the intensive care unit. The specialist is expected to participate in ward rounds, provide clinical leadership and supervision to junior medical staff and other health professionals, and contribute to safe transitions of care, including liaison with other hospital services and community providers. The role involves participating in on-call rosters, engaging in quality improvement and clinical governance activities, and supporting education and training initiatives for the wider clinical team. The specialist will uphold Te Whatu Ora – Te Tai Tokerau values, contribute to equitable health outcomes, and support culturally safe and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Advanced clinical expertise in Medicine and Critical Care Medicine, with demonstrated experience managing complex, critically ill patients
• Experience in Training and clinical education, including supervising junior doctors and other health professionals and contributing to ongoing professional development.
• Specialist qualification in Intensive Care Medicine (or equivalent), eligible for vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary and culturally diverse environments.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, equity in healthcare, and culturally safe practice, particularly in relation to Māori health.
• Experience with clinical governance, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice within an intensive care setting is highly desirable.