Geriatrician

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and aims to provide exceptional healthcare for all New Zealanders. Our focus is on integration and collaboration, building a health system based on partnership, equity, sustainability, whanau-centered care, and excellence. About the Role We are currently seeking a Specialist Geriatrician to join our Older Person's Health Service at Waikato Hospital. This is a full-time position (1 FTE) that offers an exciting opportunity to support older individuals in a collaborative team environment. You will become part of our experienced team comprising Geriatricians, Nurses, and Allied Health Professionals based in Hamilton, New Zealand. About the Team/Service/Location Our service provides a comprehensive range of inpatient, outpatient, and community services for clients in the Waikato District. We adopt a team approach to address age-related health issues, including stroke, fractured neck of femur, delirium, and cognitive impairment. While an interest in stroke rehabilitation is desirable, it is not a requirement. We maintain strong connections with other hospital and community services, particularly Mental Health Services for Older People, Needs Assessment and Service Coordination Services, and Orthopaedics. Our primary objective is to help patients achieve the highest level of independence, enabling them to remain in the community for as long as possible. We emphasize: - Promoting wellness, independence, and participation - Close collaboration with community services - Comprehensive discharge planning We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about shaping the future vision of our service. To thrive in this role, you should be dedicated to quality service delivery and development, and possess the ability to work effectively as a Senior Clinician within a multidisciplinary team. About You To be considered for this role, you will need the following skills and experience: - Experience in Geriatric Stroke Rehabilitation is preferred - Training and postgraduate qualifications in Geriatrics - Vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand or eligibility to apply for Provisional Vocational Registration - Knowledge of and respect for Te Tiriti o Waitangi The successful candidate will also engage in teaching, continuing medical education, and quality improvement initiatives. A commitment to customer focus, service development, and teamwork is essential. Working for Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are dedicated to providing excellent healthcare across Aotearoa/New Zealand. Our Equity Work Programme focuses on fostering an understanding of equity within the health system and promotes the cultural changes necessary to achieve equitable health outcomes for everyone. Our people are central to our mission. We are committed to being good employers and fulfilling our equal employment opportunity obligations. Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion We encourage you to bring your authentic self to your application and to our team. We recognize that skills can be developed in various contexts, not just formal employment. If you possess the skills outlined in this description, regardless of how you acquired them—through familial, community, or volunteer experiences—we invite you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter. We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To apply, please click "Apply online" or visit our Waikato Careers Website. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have questions about the role, please reach out to Andrea Coxhead, Operations Manager, at Andrea.Coxhead@waikatodhb.health.nz. Closing Date: Open until filled.