Nephrologist and General Physician at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty, Bay of Plenty
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
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
Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is investing in the development of renal services to support people living with renal disease across the Bay of Plenty. This includes establishment of a dedicated Renal service multidisciplinary team and the commissioning of additional haemodialysis capacity both in Tauranga and at Whakatane. Currently there are five Physicians working across renal and acute general medicine and we are now recruiting one more SMO to join the service. This role will share cover of an acute general medical inpatient teams (1:3) and have dedicated non-acute time for subspeciality nephrology service delivery. The role covers both Tauranga and Whakatane as well as linking with wider renal services across Te Manawa Taki (Midland) region.
About You
We are looking for a high calibre clinician with excellent clinical and interpersonal skills and an interest in developing renal services across the district. An understanding and experience in Maori Health and the growing ethnic diversity in the region would be beneficial. Key requirements include the ability to work with, and when necessary, lead, multidisciplinary teams. They must be committed to patient safety and good clinical governance. In addition, we seek an individual who has the skills to foster a learning culture across undergraduate and postgraduate staff, with the support of the BOP clinical school and the University of Auckland. The school also provides clinical research opportunities.
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 service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by Wednesday 6th of August. For additional information or to arrange a confidential chat
contact Dr Gavin McHaffie, Clinical Lead for Renal Service (gavin.mchaffie@bopdhb.govt.nz) or Sharon Turner, Business Leader – Medical Service (Sharon.turner@bopdhb.govt.nz)
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details
Employer: | Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty |
Location: | Bay of Plenty |
Position type: | Contract/Temp Full time |
Category: | Health |
Date listed: | 09-Jul-2025 |
Salary range: | N/A |
Closing date: | 06-Aug-2025 |
Reference: | 005004957 |
Attachment: | No File Attached |
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Website: | https://www.bopdhb.health.nz/ |
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