Consultant Paediatrician
About the Role
The district provides healthcare services to over 180,000 people across the Manawatū, Horowhenua and Tararua regions. With a large hospital campus in Palmerston North, it also provides key health care and support services to neighbouring communities.
As a Paediatrician in Palmerston North, you will share a 1:8 acute roster covering the broad gamut of acute paediatrics with a 14-bed level 2A neonatal unit taking babies 28 weeks gestation (1000g) and over. The service is supported by dedicated Paediatric RMOs on site at all times. You will enjoy a range of outpatient clinics in the hospital and the community. We are expanding innovative models of care in partnership with nursing and general practice.
We enjoy excellent liaison with tertiary colleagues from Starship and Wellington, who all visit on a regular basis. We are proud of our reputation as a centre for trainees in Paediatrics, General Practice and Emergency Medicine.
We have an exciting opportunity for a vibrant, experienced Paediatrician to join our team! We are looking for someone who is energetic and complements the current skillset of our team of consultants.
What can we offer you?
- A diverse, dynamic and collegial team environment
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Six weeks annual leave per annum
- 10 paid days per annum available for continued medical education including a generous allowance towards costs of course and travel
- Generous relocation packages for national and international candidates
About the Location
Manawatū is known for its effortless blend of city and rural living; here you can choose your ideal lifestyle, from peaceful rural villages, to bustling townships, or city life. It's a family-friendly place that's easy to live and work, with easy access to an array of outdoor activities – beaches, ski fields, lakes, mountains, as well as fantastic mountain biking and hiking tracks. No traffic and an easy commute to work, really help a with true work-life balance. Our fantastic central location means exploring other parts of New Zealand is easy as a drive or a short flight. We are well served with excellent schooling options, as well as two tertiary institutes – Massey University and the International Pacific College.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online and attach an up to date copy of your CV for consideration.