Geriatrician | Parental Cover

Geriatrician – Older Persons Health
Burwood Hospital | Health New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora Canterbury

Employment type: Fixed Term, Full time (Parental Leave cover, November 2025 – November 2026)

Make a Difference in the Lives of Older People

We are seeking a dedicated Geriatrician to join our highly regarded Older Persons Health inpatient team at Burwood Hospital. This is an opportunity to contribute to a collaborative, patient-focused service within Health New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora Canterbury.

About the Role

• Provide specialist care for older inpatients at Burwood Hospital. This is a sub-acute care and rehabilitation setting.
• Provision of general Geriatrics outpatient clinic
• Work within a multidisciplinary team to support older persons rehabilitation and complex geriatric care.
• Collaborate closely with acute services at Christchurch Hospital and community teams.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and teaching opportunities.

About the Team/Service/Location

OPH provides care to approximately 87,000 older people across Canterbury. Christchurch inpatient services are based at Burwood Hospital (opened 2016), with community services at Princess Margaret Hospital and several satellite sites.
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About you

You will bring:

• Vocationally registered (or eligible for registration) with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) as a Geriatrician / Physician (find out more here).
• Passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
• A collaborative and adaptable team player.

Why Join Us?

• Lifestyle & Work Balance – Live and work in beautiful Christchurch, close to beaches, mountains, and outdoor adventures.
• Supportive Team Environment – Join a dedicated and experienced team.
• Ongoing Professional Development – Opportunities for continued learning, teaching, and research.

 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.

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.

Apply Today

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in Older Persons Health while enjoying the incredible lifestyle Canterbury offers, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply online by clicking Apply now.
For more information about the role, please contact Amy Walker, Recruitment Specialist at Amy.Walker@tewhatuora.health.nz

We will review applications as they are received and may progress with suitable candidates before the closing date. Please note that applications submitted via an agency will not be considered.

Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai!