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Posted 08 July, 2026

Consultant Physician: Internal Medicine, Medical Department 1.0 FTE

New Zealand Government
Gisborne, GIS, NZ Full Time
Reference: 86ef04471ef1cba3

Job Description

Position

Consultant Physician: Internal Medicine – Permanent, Full time at Gisborne Hospital, New Zealand.

About the Role

As a physician at Gisborne Hospital, you will collaborate closely with junior medical staff and critical care specialists, ensuring a stimulating mix of acute ward work and outpatient care. The team emphasizes teamwork, encouraging knowledge sharing and celebrating each member’s contributions.

Key Responsibilities and Highlights
  • Regular use of Point-Of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS)
  • Opportunities for teaching and mentorship in humanities and clinical practice
  • Balanced workload with 40-hour weeks and manageable on-call duties
  • Typical workday from 8 am to 4 pm, allowing ample time for leisure and family activities
  • A generous annual leave of 6 weeks, CME 2 weeks with a $16k stipend, and a matching retirement saving plan
  • Supportive environment for professional and leadership development
  • Engaging case discussions and collaborative decision-making
  • Physicians from diverse backgrounds enriching the team with varied perspectives
Qualifications and Eligibility
  • Medical sub-specialist seeking outpatient roles without call or inpatient duties, particularly nephrologists and cardiologists
  • Medical resident looking for a year off before starting a fellowship
  • Nocturnist interested in flexible 22:30-08:00 shifts
  • Eligible for MCNZ Vocational registration in the scope of Internal Medicine
  • Eligible for MCNZ Provisional Vocational registration in the scope of Internal Medicine
  • Current New Zealand driver’s licence or ability to obtain one
Benefits
  • 40-hour work weeks with manageable on-call duties
  • Typical workday 8 am to 4 pm
  • Annual leave of six weeks; two weeks CME with a $16k stipend
  • Matching retirement saving plan
  • Supportive professional and leadership development environment
  • Engaging case discussions and collaborative decision-making
Location

Gisborne Hospital, a 100-bed facility in the coastal region of Gisborne, New Zealand.

EEO Statement

Health New Zealand welcomes applications from a diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled and rainbow communities and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

Application

To apply, submit your application through our online careers portal.

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