Intensive Care Registrar - 2026 Training Year

• Hawke’s Bay Hospital - Intensive Care Registrar
• 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 Intensive Care (ICU) Registrar to join our Intensive Care Unit here at Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital commencing as soon as possible.
 

Our ICU is accredited as a C12 unit under the College of Intensive Care Medicine (CICM) training program, with endorsements for General, Rural, and Paediatric training.

We actively support CICM candidates, helping them prepare for Part 1 and Part 2 exams, and have a history of trainees successfully completing their CICM research projects during their time with us. Non-training registrars have also published research projects in peer-reviewed journals. All registrars have opportunities to participate in quality improvement activities and research projects that contribute to the continued development of the service.

 

About the Team/Service/ Location

The successful candidate would join a team of 14 Registrars and a diverse group of nurses, doctors, and allied health professionals. 

Our ICU provides critical care for both adult and paediatric patients, managing a wide range of complex cases. The service also undertakes patient retrievals and inter-hospital transfers within Hawke’s Bay and to tertiary referral centres, offering opportunities to participate in both rotary wing and road transfers.

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) PGY4 or above, although we will also consider applications from enthusiastic PGY3s
• You have completed or planning to complete a BASIC within the first month of employment
• 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

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