Paediatric Fellowship

About the Company At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are firmly committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Our mission is to build a health system that effectively serves all New Zealanders. We are excited to invite applications for a position within our team at Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldiers' Memorial Hospital. About the Role We are looking for a senior Paediatric Registrar to join our Paediatric department in a full-time capacity, with the role commencing in February 2026. This position is recognized as a Senior Medical Officer (SMO) role and presents an excellent opportunity for a trainee to prepare for a consultant career. About the Team/Service/Location Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldiers' Memorial Hospital is a 400-bed facility that provides both acute and elective care for the Hawke's Bay region. We offer most major medical and surgical subspecialties on-site, excluding cardiothoracic and neurosurgery. Our Paediatric department is well-supported by a strong regional ICU team and is committed to reducing health inequities through integrated primary and community health services. In our Paediatric department, we strive to create a supportive work environment that prioritizes excellent teaching. The department features a 16-bed General Paediatric ward, a 4-bed Paediatric Assessment Unit, outpatient clinics across multiple locations, a 12-cot level 2A Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU), and a Child Development Service. Our clinical work is diverse and challenging. The SMO roster is a nine-week rotating schedule, with weekend shifts occurring once every nine weeks. The Fellow will participate in this roster but will always have a designated back-up SMO for support. Hawke's Bay is renowned for its excellent work-life balance, picturesque beaches, outdoor adventures, quality schools, nearby mountains and skiing, exceptional food, and stunning wineries. For more information about living and working in Hawke's Bay, please visit our website. About You As a Fellow, you will engage in an average of 14 outpatient clinics during a nine-week cycle, which will include both new patient assessments and follow-up appointments. There are opportunities to gain experience in rural outreach clinics in Wairoa and Waipukurau, as well as specialty clinics such as Diabetes, Cystic Fibrosis, and neurobehavioral clinics, depending on your interests and training needs. We are flexible and can tailor the training program to suit your professional development goals. The RMO team consists of five Paediatric Registrars and five House Officers who collaborate closely. Together, the team covers all acute areas, including the Children's Ward, the Level 2A Special Care Baby Unit, and the Delivery Suite. Experience and Eligibility This position is suitable for Resident Medical Officers in the final years of their Advanced Training with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP). Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are committed to providing excellent healthcare to the people of New Zealand. We embrace diversity and inclusivity in our workforce, which enhances our ability to understand and serve our community. We encourage applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To review the position profile, please visit our website. To apply, click the "apply now" button. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions about the role, feel free to reach out to Philip Moore, Medical Director of Specialist Community Services, via email at philip.moore@hbdhb.govt.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.