Medical Officer at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waikato, Waikato

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Tokoroa Hospital

• Offering flexible positions - Permanent/ full time/ part time/fixed term

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

• Get a great work life balance and start enjoying work again!
• Join our happy rural hospital team in Tokoroa.
• We will provide you with a wide range of experience within a flexible, multidisciplinary and highly skilled team.
• We are a friendly multidisciplinary team working together to provide high quality healthcare to our rural community. The patient mix is broad with a full range of trauma, medical and minor presentations. The population we serve is diverse with high levels of deprivation and many live in rural and remote communities. This adds to the acuity and complexity of our patient presentations but makes our work even more rewarding.
• You will have many opportunities to develop and grow your skills and scope of practise within the framework of a community and rural hospital based service.
• There is the opportunity to work in the emergency department, on our medical ward and fracture clinic.

We are a team of talented individuals working together to make a positive difference to the people we serve, the communities we work in and to each other. 

• Deliver proficient preventive, therapeutic and diagnostic interventions effectively.
• Perform procedural skills, both diagnostic and therapeutic in a proficient manner.
• Seek appropriate consultation from health professionals based at our tertiary hospital within the boundary of your expertise.
• Develop rapport, trust and ethical therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
• Accurately extract and synthesise relevant information from patients, families and other professionals.

Competitive salary on ASMS scale / NZRDA, rural allowance + KiwiSaver superannuation, relocation package, study leave and continuing medical education fund. Reimbursement of fellowship fees, Medical Council fees and indemnity insurance.

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About the Team/Service

Tokoroa hospital sees approximately 14,000 presentations a year through its emergency department and has a 17 bed inpatient ward. We have on-site plain film radiology and laboratory services available during the day and on call 24 hours, 7 days a week. We also have an up to date point of care ultrasound in the emergency department if you wish to use it or are keen to learn. We also manage and help with palliative care within the community to allow patients to be nearer to family. There are two primary care General Practices located on our site, and a third in Tokoroa town. Specialist clinics are provided by visiting specialists from tertiary provider Waikato hospital. There is a four bed primary birthing unit on site run by an employed charge midwife manager and midwives. Our services have close collaborative relationships with primary health providers in Tokoroa and on site including the South Waikato Pacific Island Community NGO as well as Raukawa Charitable Trust. 

About Tokoroa

Tokoroa is ideally located as a gateway to the Central North Island’s natural beauty, offering a unique blend of outdoor recreation and rich Māori heritage. The town is surrounded by lush bush walks, serene lakes, and scenic reserves, perfect for hiking, fishing, and boating. Visitors and locals can explore historic sites like Pokaiwhenua and Hatupatu rock, where ancient Māori legends come to life. Tokoroa is nestled among dairy farmlands and plantation forests, boasting a vibrant community of over 25 nationalities. Whether you prefer water sports or peaceful walks around Lake Moananui and Matarawa Stream, Tokoroa offers a perfect balance of relaxation and adventure, making it an ideal location for both professional growth and personal enjoyment. 

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About you

• Eligibility for vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand
• FACEM or Fellow of the Division of Rural Hospital Medicine , or overseas equivalent
• If you are not a fellow of Emergency Medicine or Rural Medicine but feel you have the experience and skills required from working in a similar environment please apply and we can discuss suitability.
• Experience in, or passion for, providing quality care to our rural and disadvantaged communities.

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 online” or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Tokoroa’s Head of Department – Giles.sharman@waikatodhb.health.nz