Consultant Physician Internal Medicine, Geriatrics 1.0 FTE
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Job Location:
Gisborne - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
8 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
- Location:Tairawhiti New Zealand
- Position:Geriatrician
- Employment Type:Full-time Monday Friday 8 hours per day no weekend or on call responsibilities
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 Team/Service/ Location
Join a dedicated team at Tairawhiti where we prioritize health and well-being for our elderly population. We are seeking an experienced Geriatrician to play a pivotal role in our healthcare community working alongside a diverse general medical team and Te Ara Tiaki Pakeke (Healthy Aging Team).
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About you
- Medical degree and board certification in Geriatrics or equivalent.
- Proven experience in geriatric medicine with strong clinical skills in managing complex cases.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively work with patients families and healthcare teams.
- Commitment to holistic patient care and a passion for improving the quality of life for the elderly.
- A collaborative mindset and ability to thrive in a multidisciplinary environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide in-hospital consultative services for both surgical and medical services including orthopedic patients and complex geriatric cases requiring capacity and pre-operative frailty assessments.
- Oversee a dedicated rehabilitation team managing an 8-bed unit ensuring high standards of care and rehabilitation outcomes.
- Serve as the Lead Clinician for the Te Ara Tiaki Pakeke (Healthy Aging Team) driving initiatives and strategies that promote healthy aging within the community.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
- Engage in clinical audits and quality improvement activities to ensure excellence in geriatric care.
- Participate in the teaching and training of junior medical staff and allied health professionals.
- As this is a new role in Tairawhiti we invite you to help shape and develop the position further allowing you the opportunity to lead initiatives that meet the evolving needs of our patients.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
- A supportive work environment in a beautiful and vibrant region of New Zealand.
- The chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of older adults in our community.
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 Date. If you have any questions about the role please contact
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.
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