Emergency Medicine Registrar

About the Company At Te Whatu Ora Taranaki, we are dedicated to recognizing the valuable contributions of our team members within a supportive environment. Our healthcare professionals work collaboratively to provide comprehensive care to our patients. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential, and as a pro-equity Health Organization, we aim to better understand and serve our community. About the Role We are currently seeking Registrars for our Emergency Department at Taranaki Base Hospital. Our Emergency Department operates 24/7, handling approximately 34,000 patient visits annually. Supported by various medical and surgical specialties, we are proud to have one of the highest concentrations of FACEMs outside of Auckland. Taranaki Base Hospital is accredited by the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine for a 24-month Emergency Medicine Registrar training program. We provide an excellent environment for professional growth, including: - A high pass rate for ACEM exams - POCUS training - Access to a highly motivated team of FACEM qualified educators - Opportunities for direct involvement in the care of critically ill patients Clinical responsibilities for this role will include: - Assessing patients upon presentation based on their triage status and conducting reviews as necessary - Performing relevant investigations to address primary issues - Executing clinical procedures as directed by the supervising medical officer, such as orthopaedic reductions, suturing, IV insertion, central line placement, and intubation - Maintaining accurate medical records, including ACC documentation We also offer protected training sessions, including weekly General Hospital RMO Tutorial sessions, Clinical Grand Rounds, and a dedicated emergency department CME teaching program. For ACEM trainees, there is an additional two-hour weekly protected teaching session and four hours of trainee education each week as required by ACEM. For more information about our Emergency Department, please visit the Taranaki District Health Board website. About the Team/Service/Location The senior staffing levels in the Emergency Department vary based on current employment numbers. Our team currently consists of 22 Consultants, 7 Registrars, and 7 Senior House Officers. If you are interested in learning more about living and working in Taranaki, we encourage you to explore additional resources available online. About You We are looking for an experienced Registrar with at least six months of Emergency Medicine experience at the House Officer level or higher. Candidates must hold MCNZ registration or have the ability to gain registration by mid-2025. We seek individuals who align with our vision and values and are committed to ensuring that our patients feel supported and cared for throughout their healthcare journey. Working at Health New Zealand Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to providing excellent healthcare services for the people of New Zealand. We value a diverse and inclusive workforce, which allows us to better meet the needs of our community. We encourage applications from individuals representing our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To apply, please click on 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Sunday, June 22, 2025. If you have any questions regarding the role, feel free to contact Abbey Osborne, Resident Medical Officer Support Unit Manager, via email at Abbey.Osborne@tdhb.org.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.