Emergency Medicine Specialist - Christchurch
A dynamic tertiary Emergency Department where your expertise will make a meaningful impactJoin one of Australasia - s busiest emergency departments, caring for over 130,000 patients each year. This is an opportunity to work in a world-class facility alongside a highly skilled and dedicated team.
Key benefits:
- Accredited for advanced training by the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine
- Collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment
- Central Christchurch location with a vibrant lifestyle offering
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
In this 0.6 FTE, Permanent role as an Emergency Medicine Specialist, you will deliver clinical care to a broad range of patients across the acuity spectrum, including paediatric and adult populations. You will be part of a 7-day roster and participate in the on-call schedule.
You will also be responsible for supervision and education of junior medical staff and play a vital role in ensuring the efficient flow of patients through the department in partnership with senior nursing staff. The role reports directly to the Clinical Director of the Emergency Department.
About the Team / Service / Location
Our Emergency Department is located in the Waipapa building at Christchurch Hospital and is part of our tertiary-level health service. The department is accredited for advanced training in Emergency Medicine by the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine and is a fast-paced, supportive clinical environment.
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About you
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Fellowship of the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine (FACEM) or an equivalent qualification
- Eligibility for vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (visit mcnz.org.nz for more information)
- Experience in emergency care for both adults and children
- Strong leadership and mentoring abilities
- Proven collaboration skills in a multidisciplinary clinical setting
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for all New Zealanders. We embrace diversity and inclusion to reflect and better support the communities we serve. We welcome applications from Maori, Pacific peoples, disabled people, and the rainbow community.
How to Apply
To apply, please click - Apply now. - All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal.
For more information about the role, please contact:Amy Walker - Recruitment Specialist Email: Amy.Walker@cdhb.health.nz
For specific clinical questions or to discuss future opportunities, please contact:Dr James Weaver, Clinical Director James.Weaver@cdhb.health.nz
We will review applications as they are received and may progress with interviews before the closing date. Applications submitted via agencies will not be considered.