Podiatrist - Tauranga or Whakatane Hospital at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty, Bay of Plenty

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Tauranga or Whakatāne Hospital – Choose your base: Tauranga's vibrant coastal city lifestyle or Whakatāne close-knit community, both offering beautiful surroundings and work-life balance
• Full-time position – 1.0 FTE
• Be part of a supportive, collaborative team making a real difference in the community 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

Step into a role where your skills as a Podiatrist have real impact – supporting patient wellbeing across hospital and outpatient settings.  In this full-time position, you will deliver specialist podiatry services, including wound care, triage, and acute care, across clinics in both Whakatāne and Tauranga.

Your days will be varied and rewarding, from collaborating with ED teams and acute wards to providing support where it matters most in the community.  With a professional lead and experienced colleagues where you will find support, connection, and challenge to keep growing in your profession.

About the Team/Service/ Location

The stunning Bay of Plenty offers the lifestyle you have been waiting for – sunshine, surf, and serenity all wrapped into one.  Nestled between native bush and award-winning beaches, it's a region where your commute is short, the people are warm, and nature is always close by.  

The Bay of Plenty District podiatry team is small in size but mighty in purpose.  With support from both local and regional colleagues, the service thrives on connection, collaboration, and a shared commitment to patient-centred care.  Your base hospital can be either Tauranga or Whakatāne, there will be travel between the two as part of the regional service model.

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About you

You will bring a strong foundation in clinical podiatry, a proactive mindset, and a genuine drive to improve patient outcomes.  With experience in wound care and confidence in navigating a variety of settings, you are ready for the next step in a career that values both impact and balance.

What you will bring: 

• Registration as a Podiatrist Board of New Zealand
• Minimum 5 years' experience in secondary health care, specialising in wound care
• Demonstrated ability in triage and service delivery across diverse caseloads
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Previous experience in service development (desirable)
• A commitment to equity, cultural safety, and patient-centred care

Working for 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 service our community.  We welcome applications from our Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 12th January 2026.  If you have any questions about the role, please contact bp-Careers@tewhatuora.govt.nz 

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.