Locum Developmental Paediatrician, Kidz First
Role Details:
- Developmental Paediatric SMO Locum, Kidz First, Manukau Health Park
- 8-month Fixed Term, 0.8FTE Position
- Join a team of passionate clinicians, serving a diverse and vibrant community
- An exciting opportunity for a Developmental Paediatrician or General Paediatrician with interest in Developmental Paediatrics
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Role
This is an 8-month fixed term Locum Position with Kidz First Ambulatory Care in developmental and behavioural paediatrics. The primary purpose of this position is to provide specialist paediatric medical assessment and on-going management where required for children and young people across our Community, Developmental and Gateway service settings. It may include General Paediatrics clinics depending on the successful candidate. You will have opportunity to work alongside Kidz First Community Paediatricians in the provision of clinical advisory services to community-based health services such as Child Development and Home Care Nursing.
Excellent support and mentoring are provided during your time with us.
About the Team/Service/ Location
At Kidz First we are committed to delivering “Healthy Futures Together”. We work from a philosophy of Whaanau-centred Care and strive to optimise health outcomes for Pepe, Tamariki and Rangatahi within our community. Our multi-disciplinary team collaborates across both community and in-patient settings and includes medical, nursing, and allied health professionals. Kidz First is one of the largest Paediatric departments in New Zealand, serving New Zealand's most culturally diverse population with high health needs.
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About you
- Developmental Paediatrician or General Paediatrician with interest in Developmental Paediatrics
- Paediatric vocational scope of practice is essential
- Be a team player that can traverse across services, respectful of other disciplines
- Demonstrate effective communication styles, critical thinking and striving to improve health inequities
- A proven ability or competence in working with Māori, Pacific and culturally diverse population is preferred
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Barbara Ridgway in the Recruitment Centre on Barbara.Ridgway@middlemore.co.nz
Paediatricans - Positions available throughout Aotearoa New Zealand
- Take the next step in your Paediatric career in beautiful New Zealand as a Paediatrician
- Advance your career working in a multidisciplinary team across general paediatrician, behavioural and developmental, surgical and medical, and emergency medicine specialities
- Full-time, permanent and fixed-term positions available across New Zealand in Christchurch, Wellington, Auckland, Napier, Rotorua, Timaru, Palmerston North and Gisborne
About you
Exciting opportunities are available for qualified Paediatricians (Senior Medical Officers) who want to make a positive impact while working in a dynamic, multidisciplinary, and supportive team. We are looking for Paediatricians who are passionate about delivering quality care to our patients. Our Paediatric teams provides inpatient, outpatient and community services around the country. Roles are available across the country in a variety of hospitals and services.
Positions are available across New Zealand in Christchurch, Wellington, Auckland, Napier, Rotorua, Timaru, Palmerston North and Gisborne with immediate start dates, or you can speak with our recruitment team about your plans to move to New Zealand.
To work as a Paediatrician (Senior Medical Officer) in New Zealand, you must become registered to practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand. Practitioners must meet competency standards and hold Annual Practicing Certificates (APCs) to work safely and effectively. More information can be found on our careers site; search for 'Paediatrician'.
Call New Zealand home
Once offered a position, our internal health immigration team can provide free support to you and your family with immigrating to New Zealand. This workforce is on the New Zealand immigration green list, so you have the opportunity for permanent residency in New Zealand.
One of the best things about living and working in New Zealand is the opportunity to experience nature, outdoor adventure and vibrant cities so close to where you live and work. You're never far away from your next adventure in New Zealand with access to hiking, skiing, mountain biking, and water sports, as well as fine dining and diving into traditional experiences to learn more about Māori culture all across the country.
Salary and benefits
Senior Medical Officers receive 6 weeks of annual leave and 12 paid public holidays, giving you time to explore our beautiful country and raise a family in our diverse communities. Along with your base salary as a Senior Medical Officer, you will have an annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance of NZ $16K (pro-rated for part-time employees), reimbursement of your registration and practicing certificate fees and your professional indemnity insurance is covered by Health New Zealand.
Senior Medical Officers receive a base salary relative to their level of experience.
- Medical Officers annual salaries range NZ $142K - NZ $210K plus allowances
- Medical Specialists annual salaries range NZ $185K - NZ $267K plus allowances
Additional allowances are paid on top of base salary and vary due to location and service.
Working for Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome all applications including those from diverse Māori, Pacific disabled and rainbow communities.
How to apply
Please click 'apply now' to move forward. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have questions, please email our recruiters internationalrecruitmentcentre@tewhatuora.govt.nz
