Neurology Consultant Opportunity in Nelson, New Zealand

Embracing a rewarding career as a Consultant Neurologist with Nelson - deliver exceptional care, live an exceptional life. Permanent full-time 1.0FTE (80 hours a fortnight) Be part of something special - supportive colleagues in one of Aotearoa New Zealand's most sought‑after regions. Join our collaborative team in Nelson where your expertise makes a difference About the Role As a Consultant Neurologist, you will provide specialist neurological assessment and management within a regional secondary care service. The role is primarily outpatient-focused, with neurologists conducting regular outpatient clinics and contributing to inpatient consultative care when required. Inpatient neurology patients are admitted under General Medicine and remain under General Medicine for the duration of their admission. Neurologists provide specialist advice, with management implemented by the admitting general physicians. As such, the Neurologist may be required to review inpatients and offer consultative recommendations rather than assume primary responsibility for care. The position offers a varied and rewarding caseload across a broad range of neurological conditions, with opportunities to contribute to service development, multidisciplinary collaboration, and clinical education. About the Team/Service/Location The Nelson Neurology Service is a secondary care service providing specialist neurological assessment and management predominantly in the outpatient setting. The service operates across two hospital sites: Nelson, serving a population of approximately 100,000 Wairau, serving a population of approximately 50,000 Patients requiring tertiary-level neurological care are transferred to tertiary centres as appropriate. Our General Medicine colleagues are highly experienced and manage a wide range of complex neurological presentations locally, enabling neurologists to focus on specialist assessment, diagnostic expertise, and treatment planning. You will join a collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary environment working closely with: General Physicians Specialist Nurses Allied Health professionals Diagnostic services including radiology and neurophysiology The Neurology Service works closely with General Medicine teams across both hospital sites to ensure integrated and high‑quality care for patients with neurological conditions across the region. About you The ideal applicant will: Hold Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) or equivalent Be eligible for an Annual Practising Certificate and vocational scope of Internal Medicine with the Medical Council of New Zealand. Have broad Neurology skills and knowledge of the unique demands in a provincial hospital. Be a highly skilled diagnostician who is a great team player with excellent communication skills. Have neurophysiology skills or experience (such as EMG or nerve conduction studies), which would be appreciated and considered an advantage. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online and attach an up to date copy of your CV for consideration. #J-18808-Ljbffr