Nephrologist and General Physician

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to creating a health system that effectively serves all New Zealanders. Our mission is to provide excellent healthcare across the nation, ensuring that we meet the diverse needs of our communities. About the Role Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is making significant investments in the development of renal services to better support individuals living with renal disease throughout the Bay of Plenty. This initiative includes the establishment of a dedicated multidisciplinary team for renal services and the expansion of haemodialysis capacity in both Tauranga and Whakatane. Currently, we have five Physicians working in renal and acute general medicine, and we are seeking to recruit an additional Senior Medical Officer (SMO) to join our service. The successful candidate will share responsibilities for an acute general medical inpatient team on a 1:3 rotation and will have designated non-acute time dedicated to subspecialty nephrology service delivery. This role encompasses both Tauranga and Whakatane and fosters connections with wider renal services across the Te Manawa Taki (Midland) region. About You We are looking for a highly skilled clinician who possesses excellent clinical and interpersonal abilities, along with a genuine interest in developing renal services across the district. Familiarity with Māori health issues and an understanding of the increasing ethnic diversity in the region would be advantageous. Key qualifications include the ability to collaborate with, and when necessary, lead multidisciplinary teams. A strong commitment to patient safety and clinical governance is essential. Furthermore, we seek an individual who can promote a culture of learning among both undergraduate and postgraduate staff, supported by the Bay of Plenty clinical school and the University of Auckland, which also offers clinical research opportunities. Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are committed to providing outstanding healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We value a diverse and inclusive workforce, as it enhances our ability to understand and serve our community effectively. We encourage applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities to reflect the diversity of the populations we serve. How to Apply To apply for this position, please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Wednesday, August 6. For additional information or to arrange a confidential conversation, please contact Dr. Gavin McHaffie, Clinical Lead for Renal Service, at gavin.mchaffie@bopdhb.govt.nz or Sharon Turner, Business Leader - Medical Service, at sharon.turner@bopdhb.govt.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may begin the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.