Consultant Rheumatologist

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Southern - Hutt Valley, North Island Location: Hutt, Wellington, Kenepuru and Masterton Hospitals Service: Rheumatology Service Contract: Permanent, full time (40 hours p/w) 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 have an exciting opportunity for a Rheumatologist to join our district-wide service and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients across our community. Our Rheumatology service is committed to delivering patient-centred care through active disease management and shared decision-making. We work in partnership with patients to control symptoms, prevent joint and organ damage, minimise disability, and support long-term wellbeing. By providing timely and ongoing specialist care, we help people maintain their quality of life and participate fully in work, family, and community life. As part of our multidisciplinary team, you will provide comprehensive rheumatology care across a broad scope of practice, including outpatient clinics, inpatient consultations, and participation in the acute on-call roster. We are looking for a clinician with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, compassionate care and contributing to the continued development of our service. About the team You’ll be joining a collaborative team of seven Rheumatologists and five nurses who provide strong collegial support and work closely together to deliver high-quality patient care. We are particularly proud of the expertise and dedication of our nursing team and are continuing to invest in the growth of our service, including expanding our musculoskeletal ultrasound capability. This is an excellent opportunity to apply and further develop your clinical skills while providing specialist care to patients across the greater Wellington region. You’ll be part of a supportive, forward-looking team committed to continuous improvement and delivering outstanding outcomes for our community. About the Location Wellington is an excellent place to live, offering a balance of lifestyle benefits and natural beauty. Enjoy the city’s vibrant cultural scene, excellent cafés and restaurants, a reliable public transport network, and easy access to beaches, parks, and walking trails. The city’s compact layout makes commuting relatively straightforward, while its strong sense of community and high quality of life make it attractive to individuals, couples, and families alike. Wellington region has a variety of surrounding communities that offer different lifestyles while remaining well connected to the city. Hutt Valley (Hutt Hospital) and Porirua (Kenepuru Hospital), is approximately 15-30 minutes from central Wellington. It is popular with families due to its green spaces, diverse communities, shopping and recreation facilities. Further north, the Kāpiti Coast is approximately 40-60 minutes from Wellington and is renowned for its beautiful beaches, relaxed lifestyle, growing town centres, and strong appeal to families, professionals, and retirees seeking more space while maintaining access to the capital. About you Vocationally registered in Internal Medicine (Rheumatology) with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) FRACP or equivalent to be able to register for vocational registration with the MCNZ Work in collaboration with multidisciplinary team Able to provide consistently high standards of medical care Relevant experience and training Working for Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellness'. We’re dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. #J-18808-Ljbffr