Intensive Care - Senior Medical Officer

About the Company Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldiers' Memorial Hospital is an integral part of Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, an organization dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare services to all New Zealanders. We are committed to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and strive to create a health system that meets the diverse needs of our population. About the Role We are seeking an Intensive Care Consultant to join our team within the Intensive Care/High Dependency Unit at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Te Matau a Maui Hawke's Bay. This position offers a unique opportunity for an Intensive Care Consultant who values a fulfilling career while enjoying an excellent work-life balance. About the Team/Service/Location The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldiers' Memorial Hospital is classified as a Level 2 ICU, providing critical care to both adults and children. Our unit handles a diverse range of cases and is equipped to deliver complex multisystem life support, including non-invasive and mechanical ventilation, extra-corporeal renal replacement therapy, and invasive cardiac monitoring. Our ICU features 13 beds, catering to both High Dependency Unit (HDU) and ICU level care, and is supported by a dedicated team of nine ICU specialists, one Fellow, and 14 Registrars. Intensive Care Physicians have a prominent clinical role within our department and are committed to delivering high-quality medical care. Alongside clinical responsibilities, there are abundant opportunities for teaching, aeromedical transport, ICU leadership, research, quality improvement, and trainee supervision. Living in Hawke's Bay provides an exceptional work-life balance with access to sunny beaches, outdoor adventures, mountains, skiing, excellent schools, and renowned wineries. For more information about living and working in Hawke's Bay, please visit our website. About You We are looking for candidates who are either registered or eligible for vocational registration with the New Zealand Medical Council as an Intensive Care Physician. Applicants should hold FICM or an equivalent qualification that leads to specialist recognition. A commitment to providing top-tier service to the community is essential. We seek individuals with experience in a broad range of Intensive Care Medicine procedures and a proven track record of supervising and teaching junior medical staff. Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are dedicated to delivering outstanding healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We value a diverse and inclusive workforce, which enables us to better understand and serve our community. We encourage applications from individuals within our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To review the position profile, please visit our careers page. To apply, click on the "apply now" button. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions regarding the role, please reach out to Dr. Louise Trent, Head of Department - ICU, at louise.trent@hbdhb.govt.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.