Posted 07 August, 2026
Consultant Physician: Internal Medicine, Medical Department 1.0 FTE
New Zealand Government
Gisborne, GIS, NZ
Full Time
Reference: 86ef04471ef1cba3
Job Description
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#J-18808-LjbffrConsultant Physician: Internal Medicine – Permanent, Full time at Gisborne Hospital, New Zealand.
About the Role\nAs 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\n- \n
- Regular use of Point-Of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) \n
- Opportunities for teaching and mentorship in humanities and clinical practice \n
- Balanced workload with 40-hour weeks and manageable on-call duties \n
- Typical workday from 8 am to 4 pm, allowing ample time for leisure and family activities \n
- A generous annual leave of 6 weeks, CME 2 weeks with a $16k stipend, and a matching retirement saving plan \n
- Supportive environment for professional and leadership development \n
- Engaging case discussions and collaborative decision-making \n
- Physicians from diverse backgrounds enriching the team with varied perspectives \n
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- Medical sub-specialist seeking outpatient roles without call or inpatient duties, particularly nephrologists and cardiologists \n
- Medical resident looking for a year off before starting a fellowship \n
- Nocturnist interested in flexible 22:30-08:00 shifts \n
- Eligible for MCNZ Vocational registration in the scope of Internal Medicine \n
- Eligible for MCNZ Provisional Vocational registration in the scope of Internal Medicine \n
- Current New Zealand driver’s licence or ability to obtain one \n
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- 40-hour work weeks with manageable on-call duties \n
- Typical workday 8 am to 4 pm \n
- Annual leave of six weeks; two weeks CME with a $16k stipend \n
- Matching retirement saving plan \n
- Supportive professional and leadership development environment \n
- Engaging case discussions and collaborative decision-making \n
Gisborne Hospital, a 100-bed facility in the coastal region of Gisborne, New Zealand.
EEO Statement\nHealth 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\nTo apply, submit your application through our online careers portal.
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