Job Description
Role: Senior House Officers Emergency Medicine , based at Waikato Hospital
Permanent Fulltime
Have you completed PGY2 or equivalent?
Be a part of a busy but supportive team
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
Applications are invited to apply for the Senior House officers in Emergency Medicine at Waikato Hospital. Candidates who have completed two years post graduate hospital experience including a variety of surgical and medical experience will be considered. Waikato Hospital has 550 general inpatient beds, performs in excess of 34,000 surgical procedures per year in the 24-theatre operating suite, and sees an average of 220 emergency department presentations per day.
If you are an overseas doctor, would you please visit the Medical Council of New Zealand web site to ensure that your qualifications meet their criteria for registration to practice medicine in New Zealand.
Please note - it is your responsibility to provide three current references. To print off the referee report, please click on the "Reference form" icon below. Please attach completed references with your application: Reference form
The direct link to their self-assessment page is:
www.mcnz.org.nz/get-registered/registration-self-assessment-tool/
We believe that the Waikato ED team is unique and we aim to provide a friendly working environment with good clinical learning opportunities and enthusiastic teachers. One of our SMOs had a former life in Hollywood and lead the creation of a video that gives more information about our team and what we offer – to see this please click here.
Link to Position description: ED SHO Position Description
You will need to complete the six questions to ascertain whether you are eligible for registration in NZ. If you do not have access to do the self-assessment test on-line you can contact the MCNZ by telephone: +64 4 384 7635.
About the Team/Service
We are a big team of 30 consultants, 2+ registrars and 5 SHOs. We have a separate Senior Registrar roster for senior trainees, which facilitates compliance with TS4 training requirements. We are committed to teaching and there are is a shared CME session for all RMOs on a Tuesday morning, plus a separate session specifically targeted at SHOs on a Wednesday. The SHO role gives you autonomy to see your own patients, develop your own management plans and then seek immediate senior advice – it is a great stepping stone to a registrar job in any speciality.
About the Location
Waikato Hospital is a major regional hospital in Hamilton and is a leading tertiary teaching hospital located in Hamilton, New Zealand, serving as the regional hub for the Midland area, which includes the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Lakes, Tairawhiti, and Taranaki districts. With around 722 inpatient beds, 22 operating theatres, and a dedicated outpatient clinic and procedure centre, Waikato Hospital provides comprehensive hospital services, including radiology, laboratory, and pharmacy. As a major teaching hospital with affiliations to the University of Auckland, University of Waikato, and Wintec, it offers a dynamic learning environment and access to research opportunities. The hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities located on the Waiora Waikato Hospital Campus, with both road and air ambulance support.
Hamilton, where Waikato Hospital is situated, is a vibrant city nestled alongside the scenic Waikato River, offering a perfect mix of nature and culture. Explore the stunning Hamilton Gardens, home to themed gardens from Italy to Asia, or visit the Waikato Museum to delve into the region's rich history. The city also boasts the Hamilton Zoo, where you can walk through an aviary filled with native birds. Hamilton is a lively hub, with a variety of cafes, restaurants, and bars, along with events like rugby, cricket, and the famous National Agricultural Field days and Balloons over Waikato festival. For those who like the beach and surfing, Raglan, with it’s black sand beaches and one of the best left hand point breaks in the world – is within easy driving distance. With its vibrant atmosphere and proximity to outdoor adventures, Hamilton is an ideal place to live and work.
For more information on living and working in Waikato click here
About you
Hold a General Scope of Registration with Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) if you are a NZ/AU Graduate.
Have at least 2 years post graduate experience and hold General Registration, if you are from UK or any other comparable health system country.
Have completed Internship (2 year) and General Registration, if applying from Ireland.
We like our ED SHOs to be:
Enthusiastic to learn and progress
Good team players
Willing to work across a breadth of patient presentations including paediatrics
Able to recognise their own limitations
Prepared to seek real-time feedback on patient management
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.
How to Apply
To apply please click “Apply online” or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Ekeraam Jones at [email protected]
Please note that candidates will be short listed based on their applications and not all candidates will be offered an interview.
Permanent Fulltime
Have you completed PGY2 or equivalent?
Be a part of a busy but supportive team
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
Applications are invited to apply for the Senior House officers in Emergency Medicine at Waikato Hospital. Candidates who have completed two years post graduate hospital experience including a variety of surgical and medical experience will be considered. Waikato Hospital has 550 general inpatient beds, performs in excess of 34,000 surgical procedures per year in the 24-theatre operating suite, and sees an average of 220 emergency department presentations per day.
If you are an overseas doctor, would you please visit the Medical Council of New Zealand web site to ensure that your qualifications meet their criteria for registration to practice medicine in New Zealand.
Please note - it is your responsibility to provide three current references. To print off the referee report, please click on the "Reference form" icon below. Please attach completed references with your application: Reference form
The direct link to their self-assessment page is:
www.mcnz.org.nz/get-registered/registration-self-assessment-tool/
We believe that the Waikato ED team is unique and we aim to provide a friendly working environment with good clinical learning opportunities and enthusiastic teachers. One of our SMOs had a former life in Hollywood and lead the creation of a video that gives more information about our team and what we offer – to see this please click here.
Link to Position description: ED SHO Position Description
You will need to complete the six questions to ascertain whether you are eligible for registration in NZ. If you do not have access to do the self-assessment test on-line you can contact the MCNZ by telephone: +64 4 384 7635.
About the Team/Service
We are a big team of 30 consultants, 2+ registrars and 5 SHOs. We have a separate Senior Registrar roster for senior trainees, which facilitates compliance with TS4 training requirements. We are committed to teaching and there are is a shared CME session for all RMOs on a Tuesday morning, plus a separate session specifically targeted at SHOs on a Wednesday. The SHO role gives you autonomy to see your own patients, develop your own management plans and then seek immediate senior advice – it is a great stepping stone to a registrar job in any speciality.
About the Location
Waikato Hospital is a major regional hospital in Hamilton and is a leading tertiary teaching hospital located in Hamilton, New Zealand, serving as the regional hub for the Midland area, which includes the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Lakes, Tairawhiti, and Taranaki districts. With around 722 inpatient beds, 22 operating theatres, and a dedicated outpatient clinic and procedure centre, Waikato Hospital provides comprehensive hospital services, including radiology, laboratory, and pharmacy. As a major teaching hospital with affiliations to the University of Auckland, University of Waikato, and Wintec, it offers a dynamic learning environment and access to research opportunities. The hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities located on the Waiora Waikato Hospital Campus, with both road and air ambulance support.
Hamilton, where Waikato Hospital is situated, is a vibrant city nestled alongside the scenic Waikato River, offering a perfect mix of nature and culture. Explore the stunning Hamilton Gardens, home to themed gardens from Italy to Asia, or visit the Waikato Museum to delve into the region's rich history. The city also boasts the Hamilton Zoo, where you can walk through an aviary filled with native birds. Hamilton is a lively hub, with a variety of cafes, restaurants, and bars, along with events like rugby, cricket, and the famous National Agricultural Field days and Balloons over Waikato festival. For those who like the beach and surfing, Raglan, with it’s black sand beaches and one of the best left hand point breaks in the world – is within easy driving distance. With its vibrant atmosphere and proximity to outdoor adventures, Hamilton is an ideal place to live and work.
For more information on living and working in Waikato click here
About you
Hold a General Scope of Registration with Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) if you are a NZ/AU Graduate.
Have at least 2 years post graduate experience and hold General Registration, if you are from UK or any other comparable health system country.
Have completed Internship (2 year) and General Registration, if applying from Ireland.
We like our ED SHOs to be:
Enthusiastic to learn and progress
Good team players
Willing to work across a breadth of patient presentations including paediatrics
Able to recognise their own limitations
Prepared to seek real-time feedback on patient management
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.
How to Apply
To apply please click “Apply online” or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Ekeraam Jones at [email protected]
Please note that candidates will be short listed based on their applications and not all candidates will be offered an interview.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Emergency Senior House Officer position is now open for candidates interested in the Work from home Jobs sector. This role in Hamilton offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Work from home Jobs is a plus.
