Emergency Medicine House Officer - 2027 Training Year

• Hawke’s Bay Hospital - Emergency Medicine House Officer
• Permanent, Full-time, Rostered and Rotating Shifts
• Minimum 6 month or 12 month placements

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 an Emergency Medicine (ED) House Officer to join our Emergency Department here at Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital.

Our department is accredited by the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine (ACEM) as a Tier 2 (non-major referral) training site. This offers excellent learning opportunities, allowing you to develop valuable, assessable skills and gain broad experience in emergency medicine—providing a strong foundation whether you plan to pursue a career in Emergency Medicine or another specialty.

In this role, you will work in a busy, high-acuity environment, contributing to patient assessment and management while developing your clinical decision-making skills within a supportive and well-supervised team.
 

About the Team/Service/ Location

The successful candidate would join a team of 16 Emergency Medicine Physicians, 1 Medical Officer, 15 Registrars, 8 House Officers and 4 Nurse Practitioners.

Our Emergency Department handles over 50,000 presentations per year, with a 30% admission rate. The general patient acuity is high, with a significant volume of major trauma cases. We operate four observation unit beds, providing care for a wide range of conditions.

Health NZ - Hawke’s Bay provides healthcare services to a population of approximately 180,000 people across the region. Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital is the principal acute hospital and specialist service provider, supported by smaller satellite facilities in Central Hawke’s Bay, Napier, and Wairoa.

Located in Hastings, Hawke’s Bay Hospital is a 400 bed secondary level public hospital delivering both acute and elective care across a broad range of medical and surgical specialties, including paediatrics and obstetrics & gynaecology. We are supported by a strong regional ICU and flight team with tertiary support for cardiac intervention, cardiothoracic surgery, plastics and neurosurgery from Wellington, ensuring comprehensive care.

Hawke’s Bay offers an outstanding work–life balance, with a sunny climate, beautiful beaches, and exceptional outdoor recreation, including over 100km of walking and cycling trails. The region boasts excellent schools, easy access to mountains and skiing, and a vibrant lifestyle enriched by outstanding food, renowned wineries, and a welcoming community. For more information about living and working in Hawke’s Bay, click HERE

About you

• You’re a Resident Medical Officer (RMO) PGY3 or above
• You are registered or eligible for general registration, with the Medical Council of New Zealand

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to delivering equitable, high-quality healthcare for all New Zealanders. We foster a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome applications from Māori, Pacific peoples, disabled persons, and rainbow communities, recognising the strength diversity brings to our organisation and communities.

How to Apply

To review the run description, click HERE. To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact the RMO Recruitment Consultant via email on rmo.recruitment@hbdhb.govt.nz. 

Application Requirements

• Cover letter outlining preferred start date and placement
• Current CV, chronological order from primary medical qualification (including locum work and any gaps of more than 3 months)
• Three Reference Request forms, including one from your most recent supervisor, submitted by the closing date to the RMO Recruitment Consultant, email above. Download the Reference Request Form here

Important Dates

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