General Paediatrician (fixed term)at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Hutt Valley -
Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence. About the roleAre you a dedicated Paediatrician looking for a meaningful opportunity to contribute to child health in a supportive and progressive environment?
We are looking for a fixed term Consultant Paediatrician to join our team at Hutt Hospital, where collaboration and quality care are at the heart of everything we do.This position offers a mix of acute and non-acute paediatric care, working within a multidisciplinary team committed to delivering high standards of clinical service.
You'll play a key role in mentoring junior medical staff, contributing to service development, and ensuring continuity of care across our region.Key Responsibilities:Provide clinical leadership and supervision to junior doctorsDeliver high-quality care in assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-upCollaborate with a skilled and compassionate team of health professionalsContribute to service planning and quality improvement initiativesWhy Join Us?Work within a collegial team that values professionalism, integrity, and innovationEnjoy a supportive work culture that encourages continuous learning and developmentLive and work in a region known for its natural beauty and vibrant communitiesMake a tangible difference in the lives of children and their familiesAbout the Team/Service/ LocationOur Child Health Service at Hutt Hospital includes a team of 11 general, developmental, adolescent, and community paediatricians.
We provide care for paediatric admissions, support a Level 2 Neonatal Unit, and work closely with maternity services. The service is well-integrated with Wellington Hospital's paediatric team, ensuring seamless care across the district.Hutt Hospital is a busy surgical centre, performing over 8,000 procedures annually across a range of specialties.Our ICU, which now includes expanded capacity, sees over 600 admissions per year, including paediatric patients.We are an accredited training site with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and host medical students from the University of Otago, contributing to the education and development of future paediatricians.Capital, Coast and Hutt Valley district is located centrally in Wellington and has over 6,000 full-time equivalent staff, making us one of the major employers in the Wellington region.
We operate three hospitals ' Wellington Regional Hospital in Newtown, Hutt Valley Hospital and Kenepuru Hospital in Porirua ' as well as the Kāpiti Health Centre at Paraparaumu.About youVocationally registered in Paediatrics with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ)FRACP or equivalent qualification and be able to register for with the MCNZWork in collaboration with multidisciplinary teamAble to provide consistently high standards of medical careBrings relevant experience and training aligned with paediatric best practicesWorking for Health New Zealand | Te Whatu OraHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellness'.
We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.Our people are at the heart of everything we do.Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.How to applyTo apply please click 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers'.If you have any questions about the role, please email sandra.tam@ccdhb.org.nzWe will review and interview applicants on an ongoing basis, recruitment process may closed early if the right candidate is found.We are accepting recruitment agency's applicants, please apply online.