Consultant Geriatrician

2 months ago

Gisborne, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Full time

**Geriatrician - Tairawhiti, New Zealand**
**Location**: Tairawhiti, New Zealand
**Position**: Geriatrician
**Employment Type**: Full-time

**About Us**:
Join a dedicated team at Tairawhiti, where we prioritize health and well-being for our elderly population. We are seeking an experienced Geriatrician to play a pivotal role in our healthcare community, working alongside a diverse general medical team and the Te Ara Tiaki Pakeke (Healthy Aging Team).

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Provide in-hospital consultative services for both surgical and medical services, including orthopedic patients and complex geriatric cases requiring capacity and pre-operative frailty assessments.
- Oversee a dedicated rehabilitation team managing an 8-bed unit, ensuring high standards of care and rehabilitation outcomes.
- Serve as the Lead Clinician for the Te Ara Tiaki Pakeke (Healthy Aging Team), driving initiatives and strategies that promote healthy aging within the community.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
- Engage in clinical audits and quality improvement activities to ensure excellence in geriatric care.
- Participate in the teaching and training of junior medical staff and allied health professionals.
- As this is a new role in Tairawhiti, we invite you to help shape and develop the position further, allowing you the opportunity to lead initiatives that meet the evolving needs of our patients.

**Work Hours**:

- Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day
- No weekend or on-call responsibilities

**Requirements**:

- Medical degree and board certification in Geriatrics or equivalent.
- Proven experience in geriatric medicine, with strong clinical skills in managing complex cases.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively work with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Commitment to holistic patient care and a passion for improving the quality of life for the elderly.
- A collaborative mindset and ability to thrive in a multidisciplinary environment.

**What We Offer**:

- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
- A supportive work environment in a beautiful and vibrant region of New Zealand.
- The chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of older adults in our community.

**How to Apply**:
Join us in Tairawhiti and be a part of a team that makes a difference in the lives of our seniors

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