General Medicine House Officer/Senior House Officers (2027 Training Year)
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.
General Medicine House Officer/Senior House Officers
2027 Training Year
Start date: From 18 January 2027
About the Role
Work in a structured teams supported by registrars and consultants.
Palmerston North Hospital offers the following opportunities in general medicine and medical subspecialty runs.
Ability to rotate through the below medical runs:
- Cardiology
- Renal
- Neurology
- Geriatric Medicine – subacute including outpatient clinics.
- Haematology
- Medical Oncology
- Radiation Oncology
- Medical Relief
- General Medicine (Gen Med, Geriatrics, Neuro)
There are also opportunities to do both an ICU and an Emergency Medicine rotation.
We actively promote strong candidates into registrar positions.
If you are successful in gaining a position, the service will do their best to accommodate your run preferences.
Visit our careers site here for more information about Palmerston North hospital.
Benefits
- An encouraging learning environment where you will continue to grow.
- A professional and supportive culture and team setting.
- Fulfilling and challenging work with great lifestyle options
- Tailored wellness programmes
About Us
Palmerston North Regional Hospital is the premier healthcare institution in the MidCentral Region. With a dedicated Intensive Care Unit, Coronary Care Unit, and Regional Cancer Treatment Service, as well as one of the largest trauma centres nationwide, Palmerston North Hospital provides industry leading specialised care and emergency treatment to the MidCentral region.
As a teaching hospital affiliated with New Zealand medical schools, we unite exceptional healthcare practice with modern education and research. MidCentral is an excellent place to begin or continue your professional career in an engaging and supportive environment.
MidCentral region is ideally situated for all lifestyles – Striking scenery with multiple hiking & biking tracks with beaches, ski fields and wineries close by as well as excellent schools and tertiary institutions. The perfect blend of rural and city living.
About You
Our ideal candidate will have:
- Registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand or be eligible for general or provisional general registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand. (Check eligibility on www.mcnz.org.nz )
- Completed PGY2 year or equivalent.
- A keen passion for Anaesthetics. Previous experience in independent basic anaesthesia is preferable but not a key requirement.
- Dynamic and adaptable.
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | The 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.
In the interests of protecting our people and our patients, all appointments will be subject to:
- Occupational Health Assessment
- Some positions are defined as a Core Children's worker under the Children's Act and require full safety checks completed before employment commences. (Police Vetting)
How to Apply
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For further information about this role please reach out to: Sarah Richardson - RMO Recruiter
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