Job Title

Paediatrician

Overview

Join a dynamic healthcare team committed to delivering exceptional care for children and their families. As a Paediatrician, you will make a meaningful contribution to child health and wellbeing while working in a supportive, collaborative environment.

This rewarding role offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive paediatric services, work alongside a multidisciplinary team, and build strong relationships with children, families, and the wider community. With a varied clinical setting and a welcoming atmosphere, Gisborne provides an excellent environment for both professional fulfilment and quality of life.

About the Client & Why This Location

The client is dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centred healthcare within a supportive community setting. You will join a team that values collaboration, safety, continuous improvement, and positive outcomes for children and their families.

Located on New Zealand’s stunning east coast, Gisborne is known for its beautiful beaches, vibrant community, and rich cultural character. The region offers an outstanding lifestyle for those who enjoy surfing, hiking, fishing, and exploring scenic coastal and rural landscapes.

Gisborne also provides a family-friendly atmosphere, diverse cultural events, delicious local food, and opportunities to enjoy the outdoors throughout the year. With transport links to major hubs, the region is well placed for day trips and weekend escapes, while still offering a relaxed pace of living.

Required Skills & Essential Qualifications

• Proven clinical capability in paediatric healthcare.
• Excellent communication skills with children, families, and colleagues.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to patient safety, quality improvement, and patient-centred care.
• Adaptability and sound judgement in busy and varied clinical environments.
• Must be registered with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ).

Nice to Have Skills

• Experience in outpatient and acute paediatric settings.
• Familiarity with community and primary care paediatrics.
• Knowledge of childhood illness prevention and health promotion.
• Experience teaching or mentoring junior staff.
• Skills in child development assessment.

Preferred Experience

• Relevant postgraduate clinical experience in paediatric services or similar settings.
• Strong clinical reasoning, prioritisation, and escalation skills.
• Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development, audits, or quality initiatives.
• Experience working in rural or regional healthcare environments.

Other Requirements

• Eligibility to work in New Zealand.
• Flexibility to participate in on-call or weekend rosters as required.
• Ability to complete standard onboarding and compliance checks.
• Willingness to contribute to community health initiatives when required.

Bring your expertise to a rewarding paediatric opportunity in Gisborne—apply today and make a lasting difference to children and families.