Senior Medical Officer - Endocrinology & General Medicine
- Based at Tauranga Hospital
- 1.0FTE, working 80 hours per fortnight
- 12 month fixed term role from November 2026
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.
About the Role
We are now seeking an Endocrinologist/General Medicine Physician to join our team on a 1.0FTE position. This role is fixed term for 12 months starting in November 2026 to provide sabbatical cover for the department.
We are looking for someone to undertake general outpatient work across the spectrum of Diabetes and Endocrinology. We are also continuing to strengthen our multidisciplinary model of care, supported by specialist nurses and allied health professionals. This role also involves working in Acute General Medicine approximately half of the time.
Our team values and actively promotes work–life balance, and the Bay of Plenty offers an exceptional lifestyle—beautiful beaches, stunning natural landscapes, excellent schools, and a vibrant city culture. It’s an ideal place to work, rest, and play.
Please click here for a copy of the position description.
About you
Applicants must hold or be eligible for vocational registration with the New Zealand Medical Council or be training in NZ and with 6 months or less of advanced training remaining to achieve FRACP.
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 by Sunday 26th of April. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Sharon Turner Sharon.turner@bopdhb.govt.nz or Michelle Downie Michelle.downie@bopdhb.govt.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
