General Medicine Physician – Palmerston North
About the Role/Team
The General Medicine team is growing and we have an exciting opportunity for General Medicine Physicians to join our team! You will join a diverse and dynamic Internal Medicine team of 13 physicians with a range of sub-specialties, providing medical services to our community.
This role is made up of inpatient and outpatient clinical responsibilities as well as dedicated time reserved for administrative tasks. You will also take part in an acute General Medicine on-call roster with registrar support. We are keen to hear from consultants with a broad internal medicine background who may be dual trained; our team will support your interest in the relevant service. We would be particularly interested in hearing from consultants with expertise in Rheumatology and Endocrine/Diabetes among other sub-specialities but all interests can be considered.
About the Hospital
The facility is a 350-bed hospital in the city of Palmerston North, Manawatū, a city in the Lower North Island of New Zealand. Palmerston North is a secondary hospital and offers most medical and surgical specialties with the exception of Cardiothoracic, Plastic and Neurosurgery. The hospital serves a local population of 180,000 but is the base for a regional head and neck oncology service which has responsibility for a population of 550,000 and draws patients from Whanganui, Taranaki, and Hawke's Bay.
Employing over 2500 people, we offer a supportive work environment that accepts and values all employees.
What can we offer you?
- Real life work balance
- A diverse, dynamic and supportive team
- Dedicated time to develop portfolio interest or invest time in CME
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Six weeks annual leave
- 10 days leave for CME (with an additional allowance for travel/course costs)
- Opportunities to mentor and develop junior doctors
- Relocation packages for national and international candidates
About the Location
Manawatū offers the perfect blend of city convenience and rural charm. Whether you're drawn to peaceful village life, vibrant townships, or the buzz of the city, you'll find your ideal lifestyle here. It's a family-friendly region that's easy to live in and even easier to love. The region is also home to excellent schools and two tertiary institutions: Massey University and the International Pacific College.
Outdoor enthusiasts are spoiled for choice—beaches, ski fields, lakes, and mountains are all within reach, along with fantastic hiking and mountain biking tracks. With no traffic and a short commute to work, achieving true work-life balance is the everyday reality.
Our central location makes it easy to explore the rest of New Zealand, whether you're heading off on a road trip or catching a short flight.
If your are interested in this opportunity, please apply online and attach an up to date copy of your CV for consideration.