Location: Hutt, Wellington
Service: Rheumatology Service
Contract: Permanent, full time (40 hours p/w)
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Rheumatologist to join our district-wide service and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients across our community.
Our Rheumatology service is committed to delivering patient-centred care through active disease management and shared decision-making. We work in partnership with patients to control symptoms, prevent joint and organ damage, minimise disability, and support long-term wellbeing. By providing timely and ongoing specialist care, we help people maintain their quality of life and participate fully in work, family, and community life.
As part of our multidisciplinary team, you will provide comprehensive rheumatology care across a broad scope of practice, including outpatient clinics, inpatient consultations, and participation in the acute on-call roster. We are looking for a clinician with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, compassionate care and contributing to the continued development of our service.
About the team
You'll be joining a collaborative team of seven Rheumatologists and five nurses who provide strong collegial support and work closely together to deliver high-quality patient care. We are particularly proud of the expertise and dedication of our nursing team and are continuing to invest in the growth of our service, including expanding our musculoskeletal ultrasound capability.
This is an excellent opportunity to apply and further develop your clinical skills while providing specialist care to patients across the greater Wellington region. You'll be part of a supportive, forward-looking team committed to continuous improvement and delivering outstanding outcomes for our community.
About the Location
Wellington is an excellent place to live, offering a balance of lifestyle benefits and natural beauty. Enjoy the city’s vibrant cultural scene, excellent cafés and restaurants, a reliable public transport network, and easy access to beaches, parks, and walking trails. The city's compact layout makes commuting relatively straightforward, while its strong sense of community and high quality of life make it attractive to individuals, couples, and families alike.
Wellington region has a variety of surrounding communities that offer different lifestyles while remaining well connected to the city. Hutt Valley and Porirua, is approximately 15–30 minutes from central Wellington. It is popular with families due to its green spaces, diverse communities, shopping and recreation facilities. Further north, the Kāpiti Coast is approximately 40–60 minutes from Wellington and is renowned for its beautiful beaches, relaxed lifestyle, growing town centres, and strong appeal to families, professionals, and retirees seeking more space while maintaining access to the capital.
About you
- Vocationally registered in Internal Medicine (Rheumatology) or eligible with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ)
- FRACP or equivalent to be able to register for vocational registration with the MCNZ
- Work in collaboration with multidisciplinary team
- Able to provide consistently high standards of medical care
- Relevant experience and training
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online and attach an up to date copy of your CV for consideration.