Emergency Department Urgent Care Specialists - Fixed Term - 6 months
Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity
Emergency Department Urgent Care Specialists – Fixed term – 6 months - various FTE opportunities
Come work in a brisk, busy and expanding ED at Gisborne Hospital.
Our rising census includes an increased proportion of urgent care and lower acuity patients and we are looking for some assistance.
Doctors who are comfortable with rapid decision making, minor procedures and who enjoy a cheerful, rapid paced environment are encouraged to apply. Doctors from a general practice, urgent care or rural medicine background are all welcome. Successful applicants will find great pleasure in working with the patient population, the residents of Gisborne and its surrounds.
The main Emergency Department will be staffed by EM consultants at all times. High acuity emergencies such as cardiac, neurologic or Trauma presentations and all those who need complicated decision making are seen in the main ED. Full laboratory and X-ray services are available and nurses are skilled and enthusiastic. The ED consultant is always available for escalation or advice.
Hours will range in potentially flexible/split shifts from 9 am to 9 pm on weekends and some weekdays includes clinical time only.
Gisborne Hospital hopes to have some regular and reliable workers in a position that will allow a great deal of scheduling freedom.
Position Description | Urgent Care GP
Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation
Situated on the eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, Gisborne “Tairāwhiti” – “The light shines on the water” is the first city in the world to see the rising sun of the new day. Our region offers vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands, with significant historical landmarks, natural wonders and a deep connection to Māori culture. We enjoy a pleasant climate, short commutes and a relaxed approach that creates a work-life offering that is enviable to most that are not yet here. Our lifestyle is about time.
Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti works to increase collaboration, strengthen leadership and accountability, and improve equity of access and outcomes across the health service. We’re shifting the emphasis towards primary and community care allowing more people to be cared for close to home, and take a greater role in their own health and wellbeing.
Our values form the acronym WAKA. They reflect our voyaging heritage, guiding us on our journey to create a healthier Tairāwhiti by working together.
Whakarangatira/enrich - Enriching the health of our community by doing our very best.
Awhi/support - Supporting our tūroro/patients their whānau/families, our community partners and each other.
Kotahitanga/togetherness - Together we can achieve more.
Aroha/compassion - Empathy, we care for people and people want to be cared for by us.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to Apply
To complete and application please use the “apply now” link provided which will redirect you through our online career's portal. For successful applicants our mandatory process includes police vetting and health screening.
Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti are committed to improving Māori health outcomes and achieving health equity for Māori through Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations. We aspire to having a workforce reflective of the communities we serve and achieving equitable outcomes for all.
Immigration/Visa Support
Immigration NZ has introduced an Accredited Employer Work Visa scheme. For some positions this includes a clear pathway to residency. Successful candidates offered a position with us who require a work visa, will provide support with their Visa application. This booklet provides information on settling in Tūranganui-a-Kiwa.
