Specialist Medical Officer, Palliative Care

About the Company Middlemore Hospital is the largest facility operated by Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand. We provide secondary-level hospital and specialist care, as well as a select range of community and domiciliary services for the diverse population of Counties Manukau, stretching from Otahuhu to Port Waikato. As an accredited teaching hospital of Auckland University, we cater to a wide array of medical and surgical specialties and serve a catchment area of approximately 550,000 people. Our palliative care experience at Middlemore is both broad and enriching, fostering a collegial and stimulating clinical environment. About the Role We are currently seeking a Palliative Care Specialist Medical Officer (SMO) for a permanent part-time position at Middlemore Hospital. Our palliative care consult team is composed of a clinically and culturally robust group of professionals, including palliative care specialists, clinical nurse specialists, a senior registrar, and a part-time pharmacist. The service operates from the Middlemore hospital campus. In this role, you will collaborate closely with community services, including Totara and Franklin Hospices, as well as primary and secondary care providers, locality-based community teams, aged residential care facilities, and non-government organizations (NGOs). You will provide specialized palliative care support to the nurse-led Franklin Hospice team. Requirements To be considered for this position, you should be either registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand. You can verify your eligibility by visiting the Medical Council's website. We are looking for candidates with previous training and experience as a consultant in a Palliative Care Service. Please note that you will need to provide source verification of your qualifications for your registration application. Benefits At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality healthcare to all New Zealanders. We value a diverse and inclusive workforce, allowing us to better understand and meet the needs of our community. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly from our Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. Salary for this role is in accordance with the ASMS SECA, ranging from $185,000 to $267,980, plus allowances and continuing medical education (CME) support. The anticipated start date for this position is November 24, 2025. How to Apply If you are interested in applying, please click on 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by June 29, 2025. Should you have any questions about the role, please reach out to Barbara Ridgway at Barbara.Ridgway@middlemore.co.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may begin the recruitment process prior to the closing date of this advertisement. At Counties Manukau Health, we prioritize the well-being of people and their lives. We are a values-based and inclusive organization committed to achieving the best health outcomes for our community. To accomplish this, we need a workforce that reflects the diverse population we serve. We strongly encourage applications from individuals who share our values and possess a passion for working in our community, especially from our Māori and Pacific communities. We are also dedicated to our Disability Strategy, which focuses on the needs of people with disabilities. Our action plan considers patients, whānau, community members, and staff alike, ensuring we enhance accessibility for everyone. Our core values are Valuing Everyone (Whakawhanaungatanga), Kindness (Manaakitanga), Togetherness (Kotahitanga), and Excellence (Rangatiratanga). If these values resonate with you, we invite you to join our team.