Paediatric Developmental Fellow, Kidz First

Community Neurodevelopmental Paediatrics Fellow Kidz First, Manukau Health Park 12-Month Fixed Term, Full-time Join our dedicated team of clinicians as we serve a diverse and vibrant community. We are excited to offer an opportunity for a Paediatric Advanced Trainee to join us at Kidz First. About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and aims to build a health system that serves all New Zealanders. We value diversity and inclusivity within our workforce to better understand and serve our community. About the Role This is a 12-month fixed-term fellow position that will primarily focus on providing clinical services at Kidz First Ambulatory Care in the fields of developmental and behavioural paediatrics. Your responsibilities will include participating in clinics for Developmental/Disability assessments and multidisciplinary developmental assessments, as well as potential Gateway assessments. Depending on your training needs, involvement in General Paediatrics clinics may also be included. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with Kidz First Community Paediatricians, delivering clinical advisory services to community-based health providers, such as Child Development and Home Care Nursing. Additionally, this role requires participation in regular weekend shifts within the Acute Paediatric Medicine setting at Kidz First Children's Hospital. We ensure excellent support and mentorship throughout your time with us. About the Team/Service/Location At Kidz First, we are committed to delivering 'Healthy Futures Together.' Our philosophy centers around Whānau-centred Care, and we strive to optimize health outcomes for Pepe, Tamariki, and Rangatahi in our community. Our multidisciplinary team includes medical, nursing, and allied health professionals, working collaboratively across both community and in-patient settings. Kidz First is one of the largest General Paediatric departments in New Zealand, serving a culturally diverse population with significant health needs. About You We are seeking an Advanced Trainee of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) who is registered with the Specialty Advisory Committees (SACs) in Community Child Health or General Paediatrics and eligible for registration with the New Zealand Medical Council. The ideal candidate will be a team player, able to work across various services while respecting other disciplines. Strong communication skills, critical thinking abilities, and a commitment to addressing health inequities are essential. Experience working with Māori, Pacific, and culturally diverse populations is preferred. Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are dedicated to providing excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from our Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To apply, please click on the 'apply now' button. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 22 June 2025. If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact Barbs at barbara.ridgway@middlemore.co.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement. For a detailed position description, please click here. At Counties Manukau Health, we value people and their lives. We are an inclusive organization committed to achieving the best health outcomes for our community. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are particularly keen to see candidates from our Māori and Pacific communities. Our Disability Strategy focuses on improving accessibility for individuals with disabilities, who are part of our patient base, whānau, community, and staff. Our values are Valuing Everyone (Whakawhanaungatanga), Kindness (Manaakitanga), Togetherness (Kotahitanga), and Excellence (Rangatiratanga). If these values resonate with you, we invite you to join us.