Consultant Emergency Medicine -Senior Medical Officer

A Senior Medical Officer is sought to join the Emergency Department at Wairarapa Hospital, a regional facility serving a population of approximately 50,000. The department manages around 17,000 presentations annually, including paediatric cases, and maintains strong connections with primary care and regional services. The hospital delivers 24/7 acute and elective services across general surgery, orthopaedics, medicine, obstetrics and gynaecology, psychiatry, anaesthetics and paediatrics, supported by a High Dependency Unit and CT imaging. The emergency team is collaborative and clinically engaged, with a strong emphasis on teaching, audit, and service development.

Wairarapa offers a lifestyle defined by balance, natural beauty, and cultural richness. Just over an hour from Wellington, the region features beautifully restored towns, award-winning vineyards, and a thriving arts and food scene. Residents enjoy forest trails, rivers, and uncrowded beaches, alongside affordable housing, excellent schools, and a strong sense of community. For those seeking a clinically stimulating Emergency Medicine role in a setting that prioritises wellbeing and connection, Wairarapa presents a compelling choice.

 

Qualifications and Experience:

Proven experience and expertise in Emergency Medicine.

Subspecialty interests will be considered.

Hold post graduate specialist qualifications and registration in Emergency Medicine.

Be eligible for an Annual Practicing Certificate and vocational scope of Emergency Medicine with the Medical Council of New Zealand.

Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuing medical education.

 

Working in New Zealand

Health New Zealand has a Collective Employment Agreement in place across all their Districts offering:

Annual leave: 6 weeks

CME Allowance and Leave - $16,000/2 weeks

$185,000 - $268,000 Base salary + allowances for job size, on call and availability.

Reimbursement of APC, college membership, and indemnity insurance.

Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources.

Assistance with relocation.

 

Working with NZDr means advice and support with:

Medical Council Registration.

Immigration.

Job search and interview set up.

Our experience of living in New Zealand - regions, healthcare, and school systems.