Rural Hospital Registrar

Whangarei Hospital Full-time Permanent Position Commencing July 2025 About the Company At Health New Zealand - Northland, we are dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare across a diverse and stunning landscape. Our service area stretches from Whangarei to Dargaville and from the Bay of Islands to Kaitaia, offering a unique and dynamic work environment. We take pride in our commitment to delivering quality healthcare, particularly to Māori as Tangata Whenua, in alignment with Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Our mission is to ensure equitable health outcomes for all. About the Role We are seeking dedicated Registrars to join our team in providing secondary care services to a large rural population with complex health needs. Our coverage spans 12,600 square kilometers and serves approximately 201,000 residents, with 50% receiving care from four rural hospitals. This role will give you the opportunity to manage a diverse range of medical conditions, including rarer diseases such as rheumatic fever, tuberculosis, and meningococcal disease. As part of your Rural Hospital Medicine training, you will participate in an accredited comprehensive training program that includes rotations at Whangarei, Kaitaia, Bay of Islands, Dargaville, and Rawene. Whangarei Hospital, the largest in Northland with 246 inpatient beds, offers a wide variety of services, including emergency department care, medical and surgical specialties, ICU, ENT, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, and psychiatry. All necessary runs for RHM training are accredited by the DRHMNZ. Working closely with consultants will allow you to expand your practice as your skills develop. Additionally, engaging with the local community will help you gain a deeper understanding of rural healthcare in New Zealand. We emphasize close supervision for trainees in both acute and outpatient settings, alongside a strong commitment to teaching. Our active clinical training program supports DRHMNZ academic requirements and necessary courses. About the Location Te Tai Tokerau (Northland) is celebrated for its stunning beaches and relaxed lifestyle. We encourage you to explore what this region has to offer by visiting the Northland tourism website. For more information about our hospitals, please visit our website. Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we strive to ensure high-quality healthcare for all New Zealanders. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce to better understand and serve our community. We welcome applications from individuals across Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. For any questions regarding the role, do not hesitate to contact the RMO Unit via email. We will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement. Ref: RHM2025