Published 2025-12-16
Ifyou love the great outdoors and want to kick start your career off in a place
where it is all about living, learning, and building a sound portfolio of
clinical experience that in many ways can exceed what your colleagues would
experience in a larger centre, consider Timaru Hospital.
Timaru
has very few Registrars competing for clinical experience, allowing direct
one-to-one interactions with Consultants. You will get to participate fully in theatre
cases assisting alongside the relevant Surgeon. The surgical runs also include several subspecialties
(Pain, Ophthalmology, Dental and ENT).
The
training environment supports a wide variety of specialities and there are
weekly, protected teaching sessions and Hospital Grand Rounds, along with
access to specific courses such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Plus, you will have the support of a dedicated
Senior Doctor.
As a House Officer at Timaru Hospital, you will:
Provide patient-centred care under Consultant supervision
Participate in ward rounds, admissions, and discharges
Assist in theatre and support procedural work
Engage in multidisciplinary care
Attend weekly educational sessions and simulation teaching
Contribute to safe roster coverage and high-quality documentation
You will be a doctor who is:
PGY2 or above (New Zealand or equivalent international level) Clinically competent, reliable, and eager to grow
A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
A team player who thrives in supportive, collaborative environments
Enthusiastic, adaptable, and committed to delivering excellent care
All applicants must be eligible for Provisional
General Scope of Registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand. Self-check if you will be eligible at https://www.mcnz.org.nz/registration
Health
New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora South Canterbury is responsible for the
delivery of services throughout the region and Timaru Hospital (131 beds)
serves a district population of approximately 50,000. Based in a General Hospital Facility, which
has just commenced a significant refurbishment programme, we provide our local
community with such critical 24/7 services as ED, ICU/CCU, General,
Orthopaedic, ENT Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Psychiatry, Geriatrics,
Oncology, Palliative Care, Internal Medicine, and Paediatrics.
In
South Canterbury, Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence
are at the heart of everything we do. We
are a proudly diverse team, as we know a diverse and inclusive workforce
achieves the best outcomes for our patients and communities. We are dedicated to building a team that
thrives on diversity and inclusion, welcoming individuals from all walks of
life and backgrounds.
https://www.scdhb.health.nz/info-for-you/timaru-hospital
Health New Zealand –
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora
Why
Timaru and the South Canterbury regi on?
We
are the best big little city you will find, located on the coast with the
majestic Southern Alps in the background. Timaru is an easy place to live
and with easy access to an array of outdoor activities – beaches, ski fields,
lakes, mountains, and hiking tracks https://southcanterbury.org.nz
Free
parking and an easy commute to work really helps with true work life balance!
Join
us in South Canterbury - apply now!
Please
apply directly via our website https://scdhb.careercentre.net.nz/Job/House-Officer-Positions-Timaru-South-Canterbury/Timaru-Hospital/12667
Applications
will remain open until the positions are filled and may close without notice.
