General Medicine Registrar, Fixed term

• Nelson Hospital, Nelson
• 1.0FTE (80 hours a fortnight) 
• Fixed term full time

Health NZ is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the role

We are seeking a motivated and dedicated General Medicine Registrar for a fixed-term 6-month position from mid-February to mid-July 2025 at Nelson Hospital. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your skills in a supportive environment while working as part of a dynamic and highly skilled team. You are expected to participate in out-patient clinics with your allocated supervising specialist.  This allocation can accommodate specific clinical interests of trainees on request.

The working hours are 8.00 AM to 4.00 PM Monday to Friday with long days between 4.00 PM to 10.00 PM. Night shifts will be 10.00PM to 8.00AM. Weekends (Saturday and Sunday) are 8.00 AM to 10.00 PM.

No on-call is required; however, the position includes cross cover and additional duties.

About the Team/Service/Location

Nelson Hospital provides a broad range of acute and elective medical services in Nelson Marlborough region. The General Medicine department is a collegial and well-supported service, offering exposure to a diverse case mix with excellent opportunities for professional growth. You will have access to experienced consultants committed to teaching and mentorship, supportive multidisciplinary teams and collaborative work environments, and opportunities to engage in quality improvement, teaching, and clinical audits.

The General Medical Team provides outstanding clinical experience in undifferentiated Acute Adult Medicine with excellent support from the Cardiology Team.  General Physicians are dual specialists with sub-specialty interests including Endocrinology/Diabetes, Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Oncology and Haematology, Renal medicine and Intensive Care, Respiratory medicine, Rheumatology, and Neurology.  These specialty practices are predominantly outpatient service based with support provided to the General Medical Admitting Team for inpatient sub-specialty advice and care.

About you:

The successful candidate will:

• Provide medical care to acutely unwell patients under the supervision of senior physicians.
• Manage inpatient and outpatient care, including ward rounds, patient assessments, and clinical documentation.
• Participate in the acute admitting roster and deliver timely, effective care.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including nursing staff, allied health professionals, and consultants, to ensure comprehensive care.
• Contribute to educational sessions, clinical meetings, and quality improvement initiatives within the department.
• Support and supervise house officers, providing guidance and teaching where needed.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, ensuring continuity of care and adherence to clinical standards. 
  

Skills and experience

• Eligible for an Annual Practising Certificate and General scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand.
• PGY3 or above with prior experience in General Medicine preferred.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a collaborative team approach.
• Strong clinical reasoning, time management, and communication skills.
• Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth.
• Experience in projects / initiatives which give effect to Te Tiriti principals and frameworks, and the application of Mātauranga Māori and Kaupapa Māori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settings.

Working for Health New Zealand

Health NZ is ‘the weaving of wellnesses’. 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. 

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion 

• We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter. 
• We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. 

How to apply

To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online career’s portal before 11:59pm on Monday 13 January 2025.

For general application enquiries please contact our recruitment team Sonja.Rae@nmdhb.govt.nz

For role specific information please contact Loretta Matheson, RMO Team Leader, Loretta.Matheson@nmdhb.govt.nz, or phone 027 246 0080