Geriatric Medicine Specialist

7 days ago


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

Company Overview

Te Whatu Ora - Te Tai Tokerau advocates for affirmative action and actively seeks Maori into our workforce to reflect the community we serve. We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and hold stewardship for equitable health outcomes for Maori as Tangata Whenua.

We provide healthcare services for older people across Northland, a region covering 12,600 square kilometers with a population of 170,000.

About the Role

This permanent full-time position is part of a service providing healthcare for older people in Northland. The team consists of 5.5 FTE SMOs and is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated geriatrician to join them.

The role involves working in a multidisciplinary team to assess and manage patients with complex needs. You will be based at Whangarei Hospital, a 250-bed district hospital with all major specialties.

The service provides acute care of the elderly beds, assessment and rehabilitation ward, outpatient clinics, and inpatient orthogeriatric services.

You will work closely with community rehabilitation teams, region-wide needs assessment service, and gerontology nurse specialists.

Responsibilities

  • Assess and manage patients with complex needs
  • Work in a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement care plans
  • Provide education and training to other healthcare professionals
  • Contribute to the development of new services and initiatives

Requirements

  • Vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand
  • Eligibility for NZ visa
  • Experience in geriatric medicine
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team


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