Senior House Officer - Thames Hospital Annual Recruitment 2026 at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waikato, Waikato

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Role: Senior House Officers Thames Hospital 2026/2027 Training Year, based at Thames Hospital
• Permanent Fulltime
• Have you completed PGY2 or equivalent? Are you ready for an exciting opportunity for 2026?
• Be a part of a busy, supportive General Medicine team with strong education focus.

 

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

Applications are invited for the 2026/2027 training year for Senior House officers at Thames Hospital. Candidates who have completed two years post graduate hospital experience including a variety of surgical and medical experience will be considered. If you are an overseas doctor, would you please visit the Medical Council of New Zealand web site to ensure that your qualifications meet their criteria for registration to practice medicine in New Zealand. 

 

Please note - it is your responsibility to provide three current references. To print off the referee report, please click on the "Reference form" icon below.

Please attach completed references with your application: Reference form

 

The direct link to their self-assessment page is: www.mcnz.org.nz/get-registered/registration-self-assessment-tool/

 

For more information on Thames Hospital click here

 

Link to position description

 

You will need to complete the six questions to ascertain whether you are eligible for registration in NZ. If you do not have access to do the self-assessment test on-line you can contact the MCNZ by telephone: +64 4 384 7635.

 

 

About the Team/Service

Our team provides General Medicine and Rehabilitation care including:

• acute stroke and heart attack
• acute infections
• high acuity care such as DKA infusions or non-invasive ventilation
• palliative care (including one SMO being a Palliative Medicine Specialist)
• Rehabilitation
• Bedside procedures — LP, pleural procedures, paracentesis, access to POCUS

 

We operate as three ward teams with consultant and 1-2 RMOs. SHOs have the chance to work, closely with their consultant each week.

 

We have strong educational focus with weekly hospital meetings, and weekly in-service RMO teaching (peer-to-peer, or SMO led). Accredited with RACP and RNZCGP-DRHM

 

 

About the Location

Thames Hospital is a modern 50-bed secondary care facility offering a comprehensive range of services, including an emergency department, inpatient care, day surgery, an infusion unit, rehabilitation services, birthing unit and low-acuity mental health care. Our hospital boasts 24-hour laboratory and radiology services, including advanced CT imaging. As an accredited training hub, we support 5th and 6th-year medical students from Auckland University, PGY2 House Officers, and registrars in Rural Hospital Medicine and General and Acute Care Medicine. We offer a robust quality improvement program, CME opportunities, and an RMO teaching program. Telehealth is expanding at Thames, supporting inpatient care, outpatient clinics, and emergency services like stroke thrombolysis.

 

Located in the heart of The Coromandel, Thames is a charming town steeped in history and surrounded by stunning natural beauty. The area offers a mix of colonial architecture, a vibrant arts scene, and a rich cultural heritage, including Māori history and the town's gold mining past. Outdoor enthusiasts will find endless opportunities to explore the Coromandel Ranges and Kauaeranga Valley with hiking and camping right on your doorstep. Thames also marks the beginning of the Hauraki Rail Trail, perfect for cycling through the region’s scenic landscapes. With an abundance of cafés, boutique shops, and local attractions, Thames provides a perfect balance of adventure, relaxation, and community. It's an ideal place to build your career while enjoying the serene beauty and lifestyle of the Coromandel.

 

 

About you

• Hold a General Scope of Registration with Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) if you are a NZ/AU Graduate.
• Have at least 2 years post graduate experience and hold General Registration, if you are from UK or any other comparable health system country. This should include at least 3-6 months or General Medicine or relevant medical subspecialities.
• Have completed Internship (2 year) and General Registration, if applying from Ireland.

 

 

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 before 11:59 pm on 9 June 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Ekeraam Jones at ekeraam.jones@tewhatuora.govt.nz

 

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