Consultant Paediatrician, Permanent

About the Company Health New Zealand, Nelson Marlborough is inviting experienced Paediatricians to apply for a permanent position at Wairau Hospital in Blenheim. Our organization comprises approximately 3,000 employees dedicated to providing health services across the Nelson, Tasman, and Marlborough regions, serving nearly 150,000 residents. We operate four hospitals—Nelson, Wairau, Alexander, and Murchison—as well as a district-wide public health service and four community health centers. Our vision is for all individuals to live well, get well, and stay well, and we are committed to promoting health, well-being, and independence in our community through our core values of respect, innovation, teamwork, and integrity. About the Role This is a permanent position at 0.6 FTE, equating to 48 hours per fortnight, with a 1:4 on-call roster. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering quality healthcare services to children from birth to early adolescence in the Marlborough region. You will join a supportive multidisciplinary team, which includes three other experienced General Paediatricians, as well as RMOs, midwives, and nurses, all committed to making a positive impact on child health. In this role, you will participate in the on-call roster to cover acute general paediatrics, a Special Care Bay Unit (from 34 weeks gestation), and various outpatient services. You will also have the opportunity to supervise and teach medical students, junior doctors, and nursing/midwifery colleagues. Requirements The ideal candidate will possess: - Expertise and experience in an acute secondary care hospital setting, contributing to the advanced care of acute paediatric inpatients and a full spectrum of general paediatric outpatients. - Experience in General Paediatrics and Neonatology, with special interests that complement our current team. A focus on child development and behavior is desirable. - Qualifications to join the Paediatric MEDSAC team. - A current accredited Advanced Paediatric Life Support certification or equivalent. - Eligibility for an Annual Practising Certificate and vocational scope of Paediatrics with the Medical Council of New Zealand. - A collaborative spirit, fostering a cohesive team culture grounded in openness, humor, and respect. - A commitment to continuing medical education and professional development. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are dedicated to providing exceptional service to our patients and community, we encourage you to consider this opportunity. Benefits The compensation for this position is based on the current Senior Medical and Dental Officer collective agreement, determined by your skills, experience, and vocational registration in New Zealand. In addition to your salary, you will receive: - A generous annual allowance to cover ongoing medical education expenses, including travel and accommodation costs, as well as paid time off to attend events such as international conferences. - A mutually agreed relocation package. - Access to an employer-matched superannuation contribution of up to 6% of your annual earnings. How to Apply For general inquiries, please reach out to our recruitment team at SMO.Recruitment@nmdhb.govt.nz. For specific information about the role, you may contact: - David Bond, Paediatrician, at David.Bond@nmdhb.govt.nz - Rosey Wilson, Service Manager, at Rosey.Wilson@nmdhb.govt.nz We look forward to hearing from you and potentially welcoming you to our team in Blenheim, where healthcare meets an exceptional quality of life.