Specialist Consultant - Emergency Medicine (ED)
Palmerston North, North Island NZ
NOW ~ 31 Dec 2026
Posted 3 months ago
Locum cover is required ASAP - 31 December 2026.
Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$200 per hourBase salary
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Specialist Consultant - Emergency Medicine (ED)
Palmerston North, North Island NZ
Start dates are flexible
Posted a year ago
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time (part-time or locum options negotiable) Salary: NZD $180,000 - $300,000, with relocation support and CME leave available Suitable for international doctors - Supervision and visa support can be provided
About the Role Palmerston North Hospital is seeking a vibrant and experienced Emergency Medicine Consultant to join its dynamic and diverse Emergency Department team.
The successful candidate will work alongside 11 Emergency Physicians, 3 Clinical Nurse Specialists, and 2 Nurse Practitioners, and will supervise 18 resident medical officers and 6th-year medical students from the University of Otago
Key responsibilities include: Providing high-quality emergency care across adult and paediatric presentations Leading trauma and resuscitation efforts in a busy regional trauma centre Participating in teaching, supervision, and professional development programs Contributing to the development of trauma and disaster protocols in collaboration with surgical and anaesthetic teams Supporting continuous improvement and clinical governance initiatives About the Emergency Department Annual presentations: ~48,000 patients Admission rate: ~30% Trauma workload: Higher than average due to agricultural injuries and road accidents Level: Australasian Level 4 ED and regional trauma centre Training: Strong teaching program for ACEM Part I, with plans to expand Part II support 1 Why Palmerston North?
Palmerston North is a vibrant university town offering a great balance of professional opportunity and lifestyle: Community: Multicultural, welcoming, and family-friendly Lifestyle: Affordable housing, excellent schools, and access to outdoor activities including hiking, cycling, and skiing Location: Centrally located with easy access to Wellington, Hawke’s Bay, and the Central Plateau This is an ideal opportunity for Emergency Physicians seeking a rewarding role in a supportive, well-resourced hospital with a strong focus on teaching, trauma care, and community impact.
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NOW ~ 27 Sep 2026
Posted 25 days ago
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