Consultant Geriatrician, Fixed term

About the Company At Health New Zealand, we are committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Our focus is on building an integrated health system that promotes partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centered care, and excellence. About the Role Nelson Hospital is looking for a dedicated and experienced Geriatrician to join our multidisciplinary team on a fixed-term basis for up to 13 months, covering parental leave from early February 2025. This is a unique opportunity to provide high-quality care to older adults in one of New Zealand's most beautiful regions. You will be instrumental in delivering comprehensive healthcare through acute care, rehabilitation, outpatient services, and community-based programs. This position promises a rewarding blend of clinical practice, service development, and teamwork. About the Team/Service/Location The Older Persons Health Service at Nelson Hospital adopts a patient-centered approach to care. We provide acute inpatient services, outpatient clinics, and support for age-related health concerns. Our multidisciplinary team is passionate about improving the quality of life for older adults by focusing on holistic, compassionate, and evidence-based care. About You We are seeking a successful candidate who will: - Deliver high-quality geriatric medical care across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings. - Collaborate with a supportive multidisciplinary team, including occupational therapists, physiotherapists, social workers, and other medical specialists, to provide assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation. - Engage with the wider clinical community while practicing varied, challenging, and rewarding geriatric medicine. - Work closely with primary care providers and other specialists to ensure continuity of care. - Participate in service improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes. - Provide mentorship and teaching to junior doctors and allied health staff. Skills and Experience The ideal candidate will: - Hold Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians or an equivalent qualification. - Be eligible for an Annual Practising Certificate and vocational scope of Internal Medicine with the Medical Council of New Zealand. - Demonstrate passion, patience, and consideration when assessing and treating patients. - Possess competency in te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori, or be committed to starting your journey in these areas and taking ownership of your learning and growth. - Have experience in projects or initiatives that reflect the principles and frameworks of Te Tiriti, as well as the application of Mātauranga Māori and Kaupapa Māori approaches, particularly in healthcare settings. Working for Health New Zealand Health New Zealand is dedicated to promoting wellness for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. Our Equity Work Programme focuses on integrating equity considerations throughout the health system and fostering the cultural change necessary to achieve equitable health outcomes. Our people are at the core of everything we do. We are committed to being excellent employers and fulfilling our equal employment opportunity obligations. Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion We value authenticity and encourage you to bring your true self to your application. We recognize that skills can be developed in various life experiences, not just formal employment. If you can demonstrate the required skills, regardless of how you acquired them—whether through whānau life, community involvement, or volunteering—we invite you to apply and share your story 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 apply for this role, please click "apply now." Applications submitted via email will not be considered. For general application inquiries, please contact our recruitment team at SMO.Recruitment@nmdhb.govt.nz. For role-specific information, please reach out to: Rosey Wilson, Service Manager Medicine, at Rosey.Wilson@nmdhb.govt.nz Felicity Hall, Geriatrician, at Felicity.Hall@nmdhb.govt.nz Applications will remain open until filled.