Job Description
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Korero mo te turanga - About the role
Medicine Registrar position as a Palliative Advanced Trainee
Commencing 3 August 2026.
We are offering two exceptional three-year Advanced Training positions in Palliative Medicine based in the vibrant Greater Wellington region. This is a unique opportunity to gain comprehensive, high-quality training across a diverse range of clinical settings, supported by an experienced and collaborative specialist team.
Trainees will rotate through:
Wellington Regional Hospital (including the Wellington Blood and Cancer Centre and a wide range of tertiary medical specialties)
Mary Potter Hospice in Wellington
Te Omanga Hospice in Lower Hutt
This structure provides broad exposure to inpatient and community hospice care, hospital-based advisory palliative medicine, and oncology services. On-call responsibilities are included across most services, ensuring rich, hands-on clinical experience.
Trainees will follow the new 2026 RACP Palliative Medicine Advanced Training Curriculum (available via the RACP website). Dedicated non-clinical time is built into the programme to support study, research, and completion of the Advanced Training project.
Our palliative medicine specialists work closely together across settings, fostering a strong culture of collaboration, mentorship, and education. Trainees benefit from meaningful interdisciplinary learning alongside highly valued nursing and allied health colleagues, preparing them for broad and rewarding consultant practice.
If you are seeking a supportive training environment with diverse clinical exposure and strong educational foundations, we warmly encourage you to apply.
Mou - About you
To be eligible to apply for this role, you MUST have;
Completed RACP Basic Training, including Written and Clinical Examinations, OR
Already be a Fellow in an eligible medical college as per the RACP website
AND have a current medical registration
AND be currently undertaking or applying to the RACP Advanced Training programme in Palliative Medicine
E pa ana ki a tatou - About us
Here at Health New Zealand Capital, Coast, Hutt Valley & Wairarapa districts we embrace diversity and welcome applications from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, ****** orientations, disability and religions. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and serve our community.
To find out more about us click on the following links:
Capital, Coast and Hutt Districts
Wairarapa District
Me pehea te tuku tono - How to apply
Click the apply now button to send your application directly to us. For further information on this role please email Dr Emma McMenamin Clinical Leader Palliative Care at Emma.McMenamin@ccdhb.org.nz .
Ma tini, ma mano, ka rapa te whai
By joining together we will succeed
Korero mo te turanga - About the role
Medicine Registrar position as a Palliative Advanced Trainee
Commencing 3 August 2026.
We are offering two exceptional three-year Advanced Training positions in Palliative Medicine based in the vibrant Greater Wellington region. This is a unique opportunity to gain comprehensive, high-quality training across a diverse range of clinical settings, supported by an experienced and collaborative specialist team.
Trainees will rotate through:
Wellington Regional Hospital (including the Wellington Blood and Cancer Centre and a wide range of tertiary medical specialties)
Mary Potter Hospice in Wellington
Te Omanga Hospice in Lower Hutt
This structure provides broad exposure to inpatient and community hospice care, hospital-based advisory palliative medicine, and oncology services. On-call responsibilities are included across most services, ensuring rich, hands-on clinical experience.
Trainees will follow the new 2026 RACP Palliative Medicine Advanced Training Curriculum (available via the RACP website). Dedicated non-clinical time is built into the programme to support study, research, and completion of the Advanced Training project.
Our palliative medicine specialists work closely together across settings, fostering a strong culture of collaboration, mentorship, and education. Trainees benefit from meaningful interdisciplinary learning alongside highly valued nursing and allied health colleagues, preparing them for broad and rewarding consultant practice.
If you are seeking a supportive training environment with diverse clinical exposure and strong educational foundations, we warmly encourage you to apply.
Mou - About you
To be eligible to apply for this role, you MUST have;
Completed RACP Basic Training, including Written and Clinical Examinations, OR
Already be a Fellow in an eligible medical college as per the RACP website
AND have a current medical registration
AND be currently undertaking or applying to the RACP Advanced Training programme in Palliative Medicine
E pa ana ki a tatou - About us
Here at Health New Zealand Capital, Coast, Hutt Valley & Wairarapa districts we embrace diversity and welcome applications from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, ****** orientations, disability and religions. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and serve our community.
To find out more about us click on the following links:
Capital, Coast and Hutt Districts
Wairarapa District
Me pehea te tuku tono - How to apply
Click the apply now button to send your application directly to us. For further information on this role please email Dr Emma McMenamin Clinical Leader Palliative Care at Emma.McMenamin@ccdhb.org.nz .
Ma tini, ma mano, ka rapa te whai
By joining together we will succeed
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Palliative Medicine Advanced Trainee - Greater Wellington Region position is now open for candidates interested in the Education Jobs sector. This role in Rat Hill 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 Education Jobs is a plus.
