Intensive Care Physician

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. 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. About the Role We are looking for a motivated Specialist Intensivist to provide effective and high-quality care to the Northland community. The successful candidate will work in the Department of Intensive Care Medicine and will participate in teaching and training resident medical staff as well as be actively involved in the consultant on call roster for ICU. The Intensive Care Unit is a modern nine bed department providing care for 525 patient admissions per year: with over 40% mechanically ventilated. We provide an ICU outreach service and hold an accreditation for training by the College of Intensive Care Medicine. Currently we have eight Intensivists contributing to a 1:9 roster and 8 registrars and 1 SHO providing cover 24/7. Every day, we see a wide range of presentations including paediatrics and major trauma. We provide medical and nursing cover for our busy flight retrieval service in conjunction with Northern Rescue Helicopter limited (NRHL) overseeing approximately 480 helicopter transfers per year. About the Location As well as a warm climate, the "winterless north" offers excellent schools; affordable housing and scenic coastal areas offering a range of recreational activities. We are just a two hours' drive or 25-minute flight from the international hub of Auckland. To learn more about our stunning location please click here For more information on living and working in Northland click here About You To be considered you must have or be eligible for specialist (or locum tenens) registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) in an Intensive Care Medicine or associated Vocational scope of practice. Ideally you will possess FCICM or an equivalent qualification; however, we are open to considering advanced trainees nearing completion of their training. If you are currently overseas / not yet registered, we can assist you with the application process to obtain MCNZ registration. 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 service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. Job Reference: WHA00717 Location: North Island - Northland - Whangarei Job type: Permanent Part time Expertise: Clinical - Senior Medical Officers, Medical Officers and Fellows - Anaesthesia #J-18808-Ljbffr