Intensive Care Specialist

About the Company Auckland City Hospital is a prominent 750-bed acute general hospital that serves the central Auckland area, providing secondary services and the majority of tertiary services for the Auckland and Northland regions. Additionally, we offer various national quaternary services. As the major teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Auckland's Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, we are committed to fostering an environment of learning and professional growth. About the Role We are excited to announce an opportunity for an intensivist to join our Department of Critical Care Medicine (DCCM) for a 12-month fixed-term position beginning in February 2026. The DCCM is one of two adult intensive care units at Auckland City Hospital, admitting approximately 1,800 patients each year. With 26 funded beds, we provide a combination of intensive care and high dependency care, managing diverse cases including general and neuro intensive care, trauma, tertiary surgical services, and abdominal organ transplantation. In this role, you will be expected to: - Hold an FCICM and vocational registration in New Zealand or an equivalent ICU specialist qualification recognized for vocational registration in New Zealand. - Deliver tertiary-level intensive care expertise to patients within the intensive care unit and on the wards as needed. - Participate in a rotating senior medical staff roster. - Supervise and teach junior medical staff and nursing staff. - Engage in activities related to research, quality improvement, data management, and audits within the intensive care unit. - Develop and lead initiatives in a specific area of intensive care to enhance patient outcomes. Requirements To be considered for this position, applicants must possess the following qualifications and skills: - FCICM and vocational registration in New Zealand or an equivalent qualification. - Proven experience in providing intensive care and high dependency care. - Strong leadership and communication skills to mentor junior staff. - A commitment to research and quality improvement in clinical practice. Benefits Joining our team at Auckland City Hospital not only provides you with the opportunity to work in a leading teaching hospital but also allows you to enjoy the vibrant lifestyle of Auckland. You will benefit from a supportive and stimulating work environment that promotes both personal and professional development, with the perfect balance of urban living and access to outdoor activities. To apply, please visit the Careers page of Health New Zealand and quote the job title and reference number ADHB23065. Ensure to attach a cover letter and your latest CV, as only applications submitted online via the ADHB website will be accepted. For further information regarding the registration process and verification of qualifications, please click here. If you need assistance with the online application process, feel free to contact Pieter Erasmus, Recruitment Consultant, at 021548896 or via email at Pieter.Erasmus@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz. The closing date for applications is August 10, 2025. We look forward to your application.