Medical Officer - Te Waipounamu - NPHSat Te Whatu Ora -
Working in partnership to share responsibility for the professional quality of public health work across Te WaipounamuLocation: One of our offices in Christchurch / Dunedin / Nelson MarlboroughPermanent, part time opportunity (0.6FTE)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 RoleAs a Medical Officer you will provide operational public health services in assigned areas in support of the National Public Health Service (NPHS) - Te Waipounamu region's activities in the areas of notifiable disease management, outbreaks, and environmental health.You will work in partnership with senior colleagues in Te Waipounamu Region's National Public Health Service to share responsibility for the professional quality of public health work.About the Team/Service/ LocationThe National Public Health Service (NPHS) within Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora, work towards Pae Ora (healthy futures) for all by engaging with the wider determinants that impact people's health, focusing on oranga/wellbeing, prevention, protection, and population-level intervention.
We are connected across boundaries to deliver public health services that are nationally planned, regionally delivered and locally tailored.About youYou understand the importance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and are skilled in applying its principles effectively in your role.You build and maintain positive relationships at all levels, enhancing the quality and contributions of individuals and teams to achieve the organisations vision and goals. Driven and accountable, you are aware of your impact on others and are committed to continuously improving your practice.General registration with the Medical Council of New ZealandCurrent annual practising certificateEffective oral and written communication skillsExperience in implementing Te Tiriti o Waitangi in actionUnderstanding of the New Zealand health sectorDesired:A relevant graduate and post-graduate qualificationExperience advising and working with Kaupapa Māori Health and Social ServicesWorking for Health New ZealandHealth 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 ApplyTo apply please click apply now.All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 28 April 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Elismha Lubbe via Elismha.Lubbe@tewhatuora.govt.nz