• Fixed-term, 12 months
• Bay of Plenty

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

Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is investing in the development of renal services to support people living with renal disease across the Bay of Plenty. This includes the establishment of a dedicated renal service multidisciplinary team and the commissioning of additional haemodialysis capacity both in Tauranga and at Whakatāne. Currently there are five physicians working across renal and acute general medicine, and we are now recruiting one more SMO to join the service.

This role will share cover of an acute general medical inpatient team (one in three) and have dedicated non-acute time for subspecialty nephrology service delivery. The role covers both Tauranga and Whakatāne, as well as linking with wider renal services across the Te Manawa Taki (Midland) region.

About you

We are looking for a high-calibre clinician with excellent clinical and interpersonal skills and an interest in developing renal services across the district. An understanding of and experience in Māori health and the growing ethnic diversity in the region would be beneficial. Key requirements include the ability to work with, and when necessary, lead multidisciplinary teams. You must be committed to patient safety and good clinical governance.

In addition, we seek an individual who has the skills to foster a learning culture across undergraduate and postgraduate staff, with the support of the BOP Clinical School and the University of Auckland. The school also provides clinical research opportunities.

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 serve 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 Wednesday, 6 August 2025. For additional information or to arrange a confidential chat, contact Dr Gavin McHaffie, Clinical Lead for Renal Service (gavin.mchaffie@bopdhb.govt.nz) or Sharon Turner, Business Leader – Medical Service (sharon.turner@bopdhb.govt.nz)

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.