Medical Registrar - Stroke

About the Company At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are committed to providing outstanding healthcare services to our communities. Our focus is on achieving the best health outcomes for our patients, which begins with expecting excellence from ourselves. We are currently seeking a dedicated Medical Registrar trainee to join our accredited basic and advanced physician training program at Whangarei Hospital. We offer six months of advanced training in Geriatric Medicine, twelve months of advanced training in General Medicine, and two years of basic medical training. Our environment is designed to foster professional growth, allowing you to make a meaningful impact in your community while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. About the Role The Department of Health of Older People offers a comprehensive range of services, including acute care for the elderly, acute stroke care, inpatient rehabilitation, and outpatient and community services. Northland has one of the highest rates of acute stroke in the country, and we operate a ten-bed Acute Stroke Unit. As a Medical Registrar, your primary focus will be the assessment and management of patients of all ages presenting with acute stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA). You will work closely with your Consultant, providing an excellent opportunity to enhance your skills and expand your clinical practice. You will learn about initial assessment and management techniques, including thrombolysis and clot retrieval, and will have the chance to attend a weekly neurology clinic. Additionally, you will participate in the acute medicine on-call roster and gain experience in other specialties such as Acute Medicine, Cardiology, Nephrology, Oncology, Respiratory, and Gastroenterology. We pride ourselves on providing close supervision for our trainees in inpatient, community, and outpatient settings, with a strong commitment to education. You will have the opportunity to teach medical students from Auckland University through our active clinical training program, which includes didactic sessions, interactive teaching, journal clubs, and video conferencing of RACP lectures. There is also the possibility to participate in the Northern Regional Geriatric Medicine Journal Club in Auckland. About the Location Whangarei Hospital is the largest hospital in Northland, delivering secondary care services to the region and supported by three regional hospitals. Northland spans 12,600 square kilometers and has a population of around 201,000. The region is known for its stunning beaches and relaxed outdoor lifestyle, making it an attractive place to live and work. For more information about Northland's offerings, please visit the official tourism websites. Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we value diversity and inclusivity within our workforce, ensuring we are better equipped to understand and serve our community. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply If you are interested in this opportunity, please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 9 June 2025. Should you have any questions regarding the role, feel free to contact the RMO Unit via email. We will review applications as they are received and may begin the recruitment process before the closing date. Vacancy Number: GER2026