ARC 2027 - WHK RHM Registrar

• Rural Hospital Medicine Trainee Position
• Full Time role commencing February 2027.
• A fantastic opportunity for Rural Hospital Medicine trainees to gain comprehensive, hands-on experience within a supportive and diverse provincial hospital setting. Based in the stunning Eastern Bay of Plenty, this role combines professional growth with an enviable lifestyle.

Benefits:

· Accredited RACP Training

· Support from experience consultants

· Role is recognized by the Division of Rural Hospital Medicine Training (RMHT)

· Located in the beautiful Bay of Plenty region, offering a fantastic lifestyle

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
As a Rural Hospital Medicine Trainee at Whakatāne Hospital, be enrolled in the Division of Rural Hospital Medicine Training Programme & you’ll work as part of a small, skilled, and supportive clinical team in a 110-bed provincial hospital serving a population of around 50,000. The hospital is accredited by the RNZCGP Division of Rural Hospital Medicine, and trainees are fully supervised according to the programme’s framework.

We currently offer four registrar positions, with the following rotations available:

• 6 months split: 0.5 FTE Anaesthetics / 0.5 FTE Emergency Department
• 6 months General Medicine
• Other opportunities include Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and General Practice

This role includes 24/7 medical cover alongside consultants, MOSS, and other registrars. A strong focus is placed on building a sustainable rural medical workforce while improving health equity for our predominantly Māori population—55% of ED presentations are Māori.

The position is part of the Te Manawa Taki regional training network, which also provides training opportunities in Waikato, Lakes, and Bay of Plenty districts.

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About the Team/Service
You’ll be joining a tight-knit team that is dedicated to excellent patient care and robust registrar training. Whakatāne is located on the sunny eastern coast of New Zealand’s North Island and offers a unique mix of beach, bush, and vibrant rural community life.

About you

As a Rural Hospital Medicine Trainee, you will:
• Be enrolled or intending to apply for Division of Rural Hospital Medicine Training Programme
• Be eligible for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand
• Demonstrate a strong interest in rural and Māori health
• Show initiative, adaptability, and teamwork
• Be enthusiastic about working in a resourceful, rural setting

All Applications Should Include

· Up-to-date CV and completed Te Whatu Ora online application.

· Three x referee reports (one of whom must be your most recent supervisor). Reports must be received by the above-stated closing date.

· Please click the link [here] to the referee form. Te Whatu Ora – BOP will not contact referees – it is the applicant’s responsibility to provide references with their application.

· References should be attached to your application. If this is not possible before the closing date, they can be emailed to Rose Siaosi RMOrecruitment@bopdhb.govt.nz

Unfortunately, incomplete applications cannot be considered.

How to Apply

To apply please click “Apply online” or apply via our website by clicking here. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Rose Siaosi at RMOrecruitment@bopdhb.govt.nz