ICU Registrar - 2025

About the Company Te Whatu Ora Waikato District is dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services within the Waikato region. Our Critical Care Unit at Waikato Hospital is committed to excellence, innovation, and the well-being of our patients. We are seeking driven and enthusiastic professionals to join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality care. About the Role We invite applications for the position of Registrar in the Critical Care team at Waikato Hospital for the 2025/2026 training year. This role is ideal for individuals who have at least three years of clinical experience, including some exposure to Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and Anaesthetics. Our Critical Care Unit features 16 intensive care beds and 12 High Dependency Unit (HDU) beds within a modern, purpose-built facility equipped with cutting-edge technology. As a Registrar, you will have the opportunity to care for a diverse patient population, including trauma patients, neurosurgical cases, cardiac surgery, general adult ICU, and limited pediatric ICU. You will also engage in patient transport across the Te Manawa Taki regional hospitals via helicopter, plane, and road. This role is particularly suited for those training in intensive care or considering this specialty as a future career. The unit is accredited by the College of Intensive Care Medicine (C24), and you will benefit from a supportive environment with experienced specialists and senior registrars. Weekly teaching sessions, which include both formal instruction and bedside teaching, are integral to our training program, with an emphasis on echocardiography. As a Registrar, you will be expected to work diligently, gaining valuable experience in procedures and enhancing your decision-making skills. Requirements To be considered for this position, you must provide three current references. Please ensure you print the referee report by clicking on the "Reference form" icon below and attach it to your application. If you are an overseas doctor, we encourage you to visit the Medical Council of New Zealand website to verify that your qualifications meet the criteria for registration to practice medicine in New Zealand. You can access the self-assessment tool at the following link: http://www.mcnz.org.nz/get-registered/registration-self-assessment-tool/ You will need to complete the six questions to determine your eligibility for registration in New Zealand. If you do not have online access to the self-assessment, please contact the Medical Council of New Zealand by telephone at +64 4 384 7635. Please note that only candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted. Benefits We value our team members and are committed to fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. Our core values include putting people at the heart of our efforts, giving and earning respect, promoting fair play, nurturing growth, and working stronger together. Closing date for applications: 26 January 2025.