Position Highlights:
- full time, permanent employment contract
- join a team of five full time and one part time geriatricians
- Geriatric department comprises 10-12 Acute Care of the Elderly beds (ACE) with a full multidisciplinary team plus 30 bed Assessment and Rehabilitation ward which includes a 10 bed Acute Stroke Unit.
- Geriatric Service provides an ACE service in ED to rapidly assess, and if possible, prevent admission.
- provide outpatient clinics on five sites across Northland as well as inpatient orthogeriatric services, fracture liaison and perioperative services
- service is well supported by community rehabilitation teams, a region-wide needs assessment service and Gerontology nurse specialists.
- subspecialty interests and expertise are very welcome and can be accommodated.
- enjoy a collegial work environment and work-life balance
- attractive salary package, relocation support, and study leave
The area of Northland is a forested, subtropical region on New Zealand's North Island, framed by the Pacific Ocean and Tasman Sea. A subtropical wonderland of islands, marine life, kauri forests and Māori myths and legends, Northland is an incredible place to live with affordable housing and excellent schools.
Here are some things you can do in Northland
- explore the region by road or sea
- visit the Whangarei Falls
- explore the Islands
- cycle from Coast to Coast
- discover the Waipoua Forest
- explore the top of the North
- dive into the Poor Knights Islands
- FRACP or equivalent qualification
- Eligible for vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand in the scope of internal medicine with a secondary speciality of geriatrics
- Attractive salary package, ranging from $200,000 to $350,000 per annum
- Relocation support to help you settle in Northland
- Superannuation and study leave entitlements
- Dedicated sessions to pursue sub-specialty interests
How to Apply
If you have the skills, experience, and passion to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and cover letter. We can assist with applications for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand.
