Emergency Medicine Registrars - Whangārei at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Te Tai Tokerau, Northland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Whangārei Hospital
• Fulltime Permanent
• Commencing February 2026

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora – Te Tai Tokerau (Health New Zealand) is looking for exceptional Emergency Registrars to join our team in February 2026.

At Health New Zealand everyone feels they play a part in delivering healthcare that is unique. From people, patients and pathologies you won't find anywhere else, to colleagues who become lifetime friends, we pull together to get things done. When you work with and for people who care about you, there's nothing more inspiring or motivating. Northland is a sub-tropical wonderland of white sand beaches, remote islands, massive sand dunes and Kauri forests.

Health New Zealand is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and holds stewardship for equitable health outcomes for Māori as Tāngata Whenua as the highest priority. 

Northland's population is roughly one-third tangata whenua (Māori, the indigenous people of this land). Northlanders value their connection to Te Reo Māori (the Māori language), whānau (family), whenua (land), and tikanga Māori (Māori customs).   Working with us is a wonderful opportunity to start or continue your journey into Te Ao Māori (The Maori World).

We see about 45,000 patients a year, or about 120-160 patients a day. Whangarei ED serves a population of roughly 180,000, with a catchment area that stretches from Cape Reinga 4.5 hours north, to Te Hana an hour south, encompassing Kaitaia, Rawene, Bay of Islands and Dargaville referral hospitals.  

Northland is a popular place to work and we attract the best. As an Emergency Registrar at Health New Zealand you will gain excellent practical experience in managing very sick patients reflecting the high health needs of the region. Road trauma, farm trauma, beach trauma: you name it and we look after it. 

About the Role

• Accredited for 24 months ACEM advanced training and paediatric logbook requirements
• Strong track record of supporting entry into ACEM training and exam support
• Work side by side with a dedicated team including 23 very experienced Emergency Physicians
• 4 hours teaching weekly which is protected, consultant delivered and highly rated
• Weekly in-situ sim training on all aspects of resuscitation
• Formal ultrasound training programme and supervised practice with 2 sonosite machines
• Gain experience in many procedures and develop your clinical skills
• Rotations to other specialty services (ICU, Anaesthetics, Paediatrics, and Medicine) are established
• Well supported by all the other services.
• Emergency Medicine staff actively utilise ultrasound in their patient care, with two machines in the ED including the latest sonosite.

About the Location

Whangarei Hospital provides secondary care services to a large rural region with high levels of social deprivation, an ageing population and high health needs. If you want to grow as a clinician, reinforce skills, or broaden your experience you need to speak with us.

With a mild climate, relaxed way of life and incredible scenery Northland offers the perfect balance of a modern lifestyle in stunning surrounds.  For more information on living and working in Northland click here

About you

Mandatory

• 12 months ED experience
• Up to date ACLS (or equivalent)
• Desire to develop or deepen your understanding of Te Ao Māori (The Maori World).

Desirable

• Experience at ED senior house officer or registrar level
• Related experience in medicine, ICU, paediatrics and other acute specialties
• APLS
• ATLS/ ETM/ trauma courses
• BASIC
• Ultrasound skills and courses

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 9 June 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact the RMO Unit via email: rmounit@northlanddhb.org.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

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