Specialist Consultant - Emergency Medicine (ED)

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.