Consultant Neonatologist/SMO Dual Trained Neonatologist/Paediatrician - Dunedin Hospital

Consultant Neonatologist/SMO Dual Trained Neonatologist/Paediatrician - Dunedin Hospital

Consultant Neonatologist/SMO Dual Trained Neonatologist/Paediatrician – Dunedin Hospital

Shape the future of neonatal care in Southern New Zealand

Health NZ Southern is seeking a Neonatologist or Paediatrician with a special interest in Neonatal Medicine to join our Level 3 NICU in Dunedin.

This is a permanent role (0.8–1.0 FTE, negotiable) offering flexibility, variety, and the opportunity to make a real impact—both clinically and in how neonatal services and wider child health services are delivered across the Southern region.

Why join us?

• Flexible job plans tailored to your interests and career stag
• For dual trained clinicians includes options to provide aspects of ambulatory general paediatric care and develop areas of special interest.
• Supportive, close-knit multidisciplinary team
• Participation in neonatal on-call (1:5) and retrieval services
• Opportunity to help design and grow future models of care
• Strong teaching and research links with the University of Otago
• Lifestyle location with beaches, wildlife, and easy access to adventure

About the role

You'll provide expert neonatal care across a full spectrum of services, including extreme prematurity, high-frequency ventilation, inhaled nitric oxide, and therapeutic hypothermia, within a well-equipped Level 3 NICU.

You'll also:

• Contribute to neonatal retrievals (air and land) across Otago and Southland
• Support antenatal and perinatal decision-making
• Lead and mentor junior doctors
• Be actively involved in quality improvement, teaching, and service development
• Have opportunities to develop your interests and skills in general paediatrics if you wish.

What you'll bring

• FRACP (Neonatal/Perinatal) or equivalent (or eligible for MCNZ registration with scope that includes neonatal and perinatal medicine))
• Recent Level 3 NICU experience, including transport
• Strong clinical leadership and teamwork skills
• Commitment to culturally responsive practice and equitable care

What we offer

• Salary: This role belongs to the ASMS Collective Agreement and falls between the Step 1 ($198,386) and Step 15 ($282,645) per annum pro rata
• 6 weeks annual leave + 10 days CME leave
• Generous CME allowance (incl. travel)
• Relocation support
• Kiwisaver + indemnity cover
• Flexible working and wellbeing support

Life in Dunedin

Ōtepoti Dunedin combines a vibrant cultural scene with an outstanding natural environment. It's a place where you can build a meaningful career without sacrificing lifestyle.

How to Apply

To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 24 August 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Agatha Chen, Recruitment Advisor – Senior Medical Officers at agatha.chen@tewhatuora.govt.nz.

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Pre-Employment checks

In the interests of protecting our people and our patients, all appointments will be subject to:

• Occupational Health Assessment
• Police Vetting / Ministry of Justice safety checks
• Serious misconduct checks (previous Public Service departments and statutory Crown entities only)