Intensive Care - Senior Medical Officer

About the Company At Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldiers' Memorial Hospital, we are proud to be a part of Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, an organization dedicated to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We are committed to fostering a health system that serves all New Zealanders effectively and equitably. About the Role We are currently seeking an Intensive Care Consultant to join our Intensive Care/High Dependency Unit in Te Matau a Maui, Hawke's Bay. This role is ideal for an Intensive Care Consultant looking to find a fulfilling balance between engaging work and a desirable lifestyle. About the Team/Service/Location Our Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is a Level 2 facility that provides intensive care for both adults and children. The unit has a diverse and interesting case mix, offering complex multisystem life support capabilities, including non-invasive and mechanical ventilation, extra-corporeal renal replacement therapy, and invasive cardiac monitoring. The ICU features a total of 13 beds, accommodating both High Dependency Unit (HDU) and ICU level care. Our dedicated team includes nine ICU specialists, one Fellow, and 14 Registrars. Intensive Care Physicians within our department maintain a high clinical profile and are dedicated to delivering exceptional medical care. In addition to clinical responsibilities, we offer various opportunities for teaching, aeromedical transport, ICU leadership, research, quality improvement initiatives, and supervision of trainees. Living in Hawke's Bay provides an excellent work-life balance. The region is known for its sunny weather, beautiful beaches, and a wide range of outdoor adventures. With great schools, nearby mountains and skiing, exceptional cuisine, stunning wineries, and vibrant cities, there is much to enjoy. For more information about living and working in Hawke's Bay, please visit our website. About You To be considered for this role, applicants must be registered or eligible for vocational registration with the New Zealand Medical Council as an Intensive Care Physician. Candidates should possess either Fellowship of the Faculty of Intensive Care Medicine (FICM) or an equivalent qualification that leads to specialist recognition. A strong commitment to providing high-quality service to the community is essential. Additionally, we are looking for candidates with experience in a wide range of Intensive Care Medicine procedures, as well as proven experience in supervising and teaching junior medical staff. Working at Health New Zealand Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to delivering excellent healthcare to the people of New Zealand. We embrace diversity and inclusivity within our workforce, as it allows us to better understand and serve our community. We strongly encourage applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To review the position profile, please visit our website. If you are interested in applying, click 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions about the role, please reach out to Dr. Louise Trent, Head of Department - ICU, via email at louise.trent@hbdhb.govt.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may begin the recruitment process before the official closing date of this advertisement.