Paediatric Palliative Care Fellow

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders, grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We are dedicated to providing excellent healthcare and embrace a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Starship Child Health, New Zealand's premier children's hospital, is a major teaching center that focuses on family-centered care for neonates, children, and young people throughout New Zealand and the South Pacific. About the Role We are excited to announce an opening for a Paediatric Palliative Care Fellow within the Starship Palliative Care Service. This position offers a unique opportunity to join an experienced and professional paediatric team, engaging in a wide variety of practice within a tertiary children's hospital. In this role, you will develop advanced clinical skills in paediatric palliative care, while also having the opportunity to engage in research or innovation in an area of your choosing. Additionally, you will contribute to the winter nights registrar roster. For a detailed overview of the position, please refer to the Position Description. Should you have any questions about the role, please feel free to reach out to Dr. David Bettany, Service Clinical Director, at DBettany@adhb.govt.nz. About the Team/Service/Location The Starship Palliative Care Service is located at Starship Children's Hospital in Auckland, New Zealand. We provide specialized paediatric palliative care to children facing serious illnesses, including life-limiting and life-threatening conditions, along with support for their families across the Northern region (Te Toka Tumai, Counties Manukau, Waitemata, Te Tai Tokerau). Our team consists of senior medical officers, nurse specialists, a psychotherapist, a social worker, and administrative staff, all dedicated to providing expert assessments and interventions for children and adolescents in our care. We pride ourselves on creating a friendly and motivated work environment that values teamwork, collaboration, and equity while upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. For more information on living and working in Auckland, please click here. About You To thrive in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and attributes: - Completion of basic paediatric training with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and registration as an advanced trainee - General scope of registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) - A keen interest in the holistic and medical management of paediatric palliative care patients You will need to work closely with an interdisciplinary team while also demonstrating the ability to operate autonomously in a multicultural environment. Collaboration and teamwork are essential, and we encourage a focus on equity in all aspects of care. How to Apply We will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews on a rolling basis, which means the position may close before the official deadline. If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to apply promptly. To apply, please click on the 'Apply' tab below. In your application, outline your relevant experience and motivation for applying for this role, and attach your updated CV and cover letter. If you encounter any accessibility or technical issues during the online application process, please contact Anél Foord, Recruitment Consultant, at Anel.Foord@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz, quoting reference ADHB23071, and we will assist you in submitting your application.