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- Ashburton Hospital
- Permanent and fixed-term options available
- We
embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive
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. Why this
is a great role We have an exciting opportunity for a
Rural Hospital Medical Specialist (RHMS) to join our collaborative and
supportive team in Ashburton. You will play a vital role in delivering
integrated rural health services, while enjoying the li festyle benefits of living in a
welcoming community with easy access to skiing, hiking, biking, and water
sports. About the
role As a Rural
Hospital Medical Specialist, you will: - deliver best-practice rural hospital
services across Ashburton Hospital, Tuarangi Home, and wider community
settings
- oversee patients in the Acute
Assessment Unit and inpatient wards
- supervise and support RMOs,
including active involvement in education using our state-of-the-art
Simulation Suite
- provide leadership in clinical
quality, patient safety, and continuous improvement initiatives
- contribute to the development of an
integrated model of care that strengthens collaboration across primary,
secondary, and tertiary services
- participate in the 365/7 on-call
roster for SMOs and work closely with general practices and hospitals in
Christchurch, Burwood, and Timaru.
About the
Team/Service/Location Ashburton Hospital services the
Mid-Canterbury Region and is an easy one-hour commute from Christchurch. The
hospital delivers integrated rural health services to over 34,000 residents and
serves as a key regional hub for acute assessment, inpatient care, and aged
residential services. Benefits
include the following: - Work in a close-knit,
multidisciplinary team committed to rural healthcare
- Opportunities to shape the future of
medical education and rural innovation
- Flexible working arrangements and
strong collegial support
- Live and work in a friendly
community with excellent access to outdoor recreation
About
you To be
successful in this role, you will: - be a Rural Hospital Medical
Specialist, or have comparable experience
- hold (or be eligible for)
registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand
- be a Fellow of the Division of Rural
Hospital Medicine, or a Fellow close to vocational registration who is working
towards completion
- demonstrate leadership in team-based
care, medical education, and rural clinical excellence
- display strong communication skills,
a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to equity and continuous service
development
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 serve 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. If you have
any questions about the role, please contact Amy Walker, Recruitment Specialist
amy.walker@cdhb.health.nz or Dr John Lyons, Clinical Director john.lyons@cdhb.health.nz We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
We only accept online applications. Please apply
via our website.
Please note, applications via an agency
will not be considered. Statement of accountability available upon
request. Come join
us!
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