Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Registrar Emergency Medicine, Taranaki Base Hospital, Permanent Fulltime, 40-44.9 hours per week
· At Te Whatu Ora Taranaki we are committed to recognising the value our people bring to our organisation within a supportive team of healthcare professionals that provide comprehensive care to our patients.
We believe having workforce that is diverse and inclusive, we are a pro-equity Health Organisation and this means that we will be better positioned to understand and serve our community.
When you choose to work with us, we will offer you:
· A comprehensive orientation and induction to our organisation and your department
· Access to clinical training and education
· Up to date facilities, Have a look at
· Project Maunga - our New Facilities currently under construction check this out on our website www.tdhb.org/maunga.shtml
· Opportunities to participate on local project and regional collaboration teams
· Professional development
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 seeking to appoint Registrars to our Emergency Department. The Emergency Department at Taranaki Base Hospital provides a 24/7 service with approximately 34,000 patient visits per year. The department is supported by medical and surgical specialties. Taranaki staffs one of the highest numbers of FACEMs in the country for outside of Auckland.
Taranaki Base Hospital is accredited by the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine Paediatric Logbook for 24 months of EM Registrar training.
We can offer you:
- Excellent pass rate for ACEM exams
- POCUS training
- A group of highly motivated FACEM qualified teachers
- Direct involvement in care of critically unwell patients
Clinical responsibilities include:
- Patient assessment on presentation in relation to their triage status and review as indicated.
- Investigations relevant to the primary problem solving.
- Clinical procedures undertaken as directed by the SMO on duty e.g. orthopaedic reductions, suturing, IV insertion, central line placement, intubation.
- Maintenance of concise and accurate medical records including ACC documentation.
Protected training includes weekly General Hospital RMO Tutorial sessions, Clinical Grand Rounds and a weekly emergency department CME teaching programme that you are expected to attend. For ACEM trainees, there is a 2 hour weekly protected teaching session following the CME session and four hours trainee education weekly as required by ACEM. Click on this link to view information on the Emergency Department: TDHB - Emergency Department Base
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About the Team/Service/ Location
The senior staffing in the Emergency Department varies according to employment levels. The team currently consists of 22 Consultants, 7 Registrars and 7 Senior House Officers.
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About you
· Are you an experienced Registrar with 6 months Emergency Medicine experience at House Officer level or higher?
- Hold MCNZ registration or ability to gain registration by mid 2025?
· Do you share in our vision, our values and will ensure our patients feel supported and cared for throughout their journey with us?
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 now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by Monday 5th May 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Abbey Osborne, Resident Medical Officer Support Unit Manager via email Abbey.Osborne@tdhb.org.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.