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An excellent opportunity is available for a Consultant Physician in Internal Medicine to join a supportive and close-knit medical team in New Zealand. The role combines 0.8 FTE clinical work with 0.2 FTE Head of Department responsibilities, offering an opportunity to provide specialist medical care while contributing to clinical leadership and service development.
This is a permanent full-time position suited to a physician seeking a broad clinical role, strong teamwork, professional development, and a balanced lifestyle.

About the Role

As a Consultant Physician in Internal Medicine, you will:

• Provide consultant-level care across acute inpatient and outpatient services.
• Work closely with junior medical staff and critical care specialists.
• Support the delivery of high-quality general and internal medicine services.
• Participate in acute ward-based clinical work and outpatient care.
• Use Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) as part of clinical practice where appropriate.
• Provide clinical leadership and contribute to collaborative decision-making.
• Support the development of junior medical staff through teaching and mentorship.
• Contribute to clinical discussions, case reviews and multidisciplinary working.
• Participate in manageable on-call commitments.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the wider medical service.

Head of Department Responsibilities

As Head of Department (0.2 FTE), the successful candidate will contribute to:

• Clinical leadership within the Internal Medicine service.
• Development and improvement of departmental services.
• Supporting effective teamwork and communication across the medical team.
• Mentoring and supporting colleagues and junior medical staff.
• Contributing to departmental planning and service development.
• Promoting high standards of clinical care and professional practice.
• Supporting a positive, collaborative and inclusive working environment.

 

The Department & Service

The successful candidate will join a close-knit medical team working within a 100-bed facility providing a broad range of medical and specialist services.
The team works closely across disciplines, collaborating with physicians, junior medical staff, and critical care specialists.
The department places strong emphasis on:

• Teamwork and collaborative decision-making
• Teaching and mentorship
• Professional development
• Clinical education
• Supportive working relationships
• Work-life balance
• Leadership development

The existing medical workforce includes physicians from a range of international backgrounds, including the USA, UK, Wales and Scotland.

Subspecialty Opportunities

The position may also suit medical subspecialists interested in developing outpatient-focused roles.
Particular areas identified include:

• Nephrology
• Cardiology

Opportunities may also be available for physicians seeking roles with reduced or no inpatient/on-call commitments, depending on service requirements.

Alternative Working Opportunities

The wider service may also have opportunities for:

• Medical residents seeking a year before commencing fellowship.
• Nocturnists interested in flexible 22:30–08:00 shifts.
• Medical subspecialists seeking outpatient roles without regular inpatient or on-call commitments.

Requirements

Applicants should be:

• Eligible for Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) Vocational Registration in the Scope of Internal Medicine; or
• Eligible for MCNZ Provisional Vocational Registration in the Scope of Internal Medicine.
• Able to obtain a New Zealand driver's licence, if not already held.
• Experienced in Consultant-level Internal Medicine practice.
• Able to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Committed to teaching, mentorship and professional development.

Te Tiriti o Waitangi & Inclusive Healthcare

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
Applicants should be committed to providing inclusive and equitable healthcare and working respectfully with diverse communities, including M?ori and Pacific communities.

Research & Professional Development

For candidates interested in research, there are opportunities to engage with M?tai Research Institute, which conducts research involving advanced imaging techniques and has international recognition.
The role also provides opportunities for:

• Professional development
• Leadership development
• Teaching and mentorship
• Clinical education
• Research involvement
• Collaborative case discussions

Immigration & MCNZ Support

International applicants will receive support with:

• Immigration processes
• Medical Council of New Zealand registration
• Understanding available registration pathways
• Accredited Employer Work Visa processes where applicable

A dedicated recruitment contact will provide support throughout the immigration and MCNZ registration process.
 
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