Resident Medical Officer ( RMO) Manager

Resident Medical Officer (RMO) Manager About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. We are focused on building a health system that emphasizes integration and collaboration, underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whanau-centered care, and excellence. About the Role We are looking for an experienced RMO Manager to join our Clinical Services and Clinical Medical Officer Teams at Timaru Hospital in South Canterbury. Reporting to the General Director of Operations, this role is vital for supporting RMOs in delivering patient care that is customer-focused, safety-conscious, and meets the needs of our local community. In this position, you will be responsible for the recruitment and selection of RMO staff, as well as providing support to newly qualified staff and those undergoing training programs. Your daily tasks will include general HR support, continuing medical education (CME) planning, rostering, and managing the operational budget for the service. About You The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a similar role, with a natural ability to build relationships and a strong customer service orientation. As this is a fast-paced environment with frequent staff changes, it is essential that you have experience in providing advisory and business partner support. Key qualifications for success in this role include: - A solid understanding of the principles of MECA and associated legislative requirements, including leave and payroll execution - Knowledge of medical council requirements - Ability to work autonomously and prioritize tasks effectively - Excellent communication skills and extensive experience with various IT systems, including the Microsoft suite of tools Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. Our commitment to our people is central to our mission, and we strive to be an exemplary employer while fulfilling our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and encourage applications from individuals across all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disabilities. A diverse and inclusive workforce enables us to better understand and serve our community. We are a pro-equity health organization with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. How to Apply To apply for this position, please submit your application online through our careers portal at https://scdhb.careercentre.net.nz. If you have any questions regarding this role, please feel free to contact Human Resources at 03 687-2230. Close Date: 20 June 2025 Please note that we will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date. The role may close early if a suitable applicant is found before the deadline.