Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
Neurologist, Health New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora - Lakes
Full or Part Time Permanent Positions Available
Come and work in the mountain biking capital of New Zealand!
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
- We are seeking a passionate, committed Neurologist to join our dynamic, progressive, and multidisciplinary department at Rotorua and Taupo Hospitals.
- Neurology specialist functions include:
- Diagnosis and management of neurological disorders, complex epilepsy, movement disorders, and neuromuscular conditions,
- Inpatient consults and outpatient neurology care,
- Participation in regional neurology networks to enhance patient care,
- Opportunities to develop local neurological services based on community needs.
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About the Team/Service/ Location
- The successful applicant will be involved in the regular provision of neurology clinics in Rotorua and Taupo, alongside contributing to Rotorua Hospital inpatient unit consultations.
- Rotorua Hospital has a proud history of training registrars, house officers, and medical students, offering a rewarding professional development environment
- The Lakes district has a growing multi-cultural community and is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience in an excellent and supportive work environment.
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About you
- Experience in stroke care, epilepsy management, and movement disorders is highly advantageous.
- Strong team player with a professional, energetic, and driven approach to work.
- Curious mind, self-motivated, and an active participant in ongoing improvement.
- Must be eligible for Specialist Vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand.
- An interest in further developing local specialist services to meet the needs of a rapidly growing and culturally diverse population.
- Experience in an acute hospital setting.
- Actively participate in the education and training of undergraduate and postgraduate medical, nursing, and allied health staff.
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.
We strongly advise to check your registration eligibilty with the Medical Council of New Zealand should you not already be registered - click here for the self assessment tool to guide you.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Head of Medicine Department, Dr Susan DeCaigney and or Sarah Gray, Medical Staff Recruiter.
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.