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Rural Health Medicine Specialist / / Senior Medical Officer/Medical Officer - Inpatient Unit Acute Medicine; Assessment, Treatment &Rehabilitation; Palliative Care.

Full Time | Monday to Friday (alternating Early and Late shifts) | Balclutha

Limited on-call component for community Urgent Afterhours Care

Join a role where you can make a real difference to rural health. We're looking for a compassionate and skilled Rural Hospital Medicine Specialist, Senior Medical Officer or Medical Officer to join our Inpatient Unit team and contribute to the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care.

This is an opportunity to work across a broad scope of practice within an integrated rural health service, providing comprehensive medical care while collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team. If you enjoy variety, value strong community connections, and are passionate about improving health outcomes, you'll thrive here at Clutha Health First.

Why Clutha Health First?

We're a community-owned integrated health campus offering a wide range of services including primary care, inpatient care, maternity, allied health, diagnostics, and community services, all under one roof. Our rural model promotes connected care, collaborative practice, and the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients, whānau, and colleagues while making a genuine impact on community health.

You'll Provide:

• Comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of patients within the Inpatient Unit and associated services.
• Clinical consultations and coordinated care across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Interpretation of diagnostic investigations and performance of appropriate clinical procedures.
• Collaborative management of patient care alongside nurses, allied health professionals, and regional healthcare partners.
• Minimal cover for community Urgent Afterhours Care during your rostered shifts.
• Safe, evidence-based medical practice focused on quality outcomes and patient wellbeing.
• Participation in clinical governance, quality improvement initiatives, and service development activities.
• Clinical leadership, teaching, and mentoring opportunities for junior staff and learners.
• Supervision of Rural Medicine Immersion Programme students.

Most of all, you'll help ensure our community has access to excellent healthcare close to home.

Ideally, You'll Bring:

• A recognised medical qualification and current registration, or eligibility for registration, with the Medical Council of New Zealand.
• Broad clinical expertise with the ability to manage a wide range of medical presentations in a rural hospital setting.
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and patient management skills.
• Excellent communication skills and a compassionate, patient-centred approach.
• The ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and develop strong clinical partnerships.
• Experience or interest in teaching, coaching, and supporting the professional development of others.
• Rural hospital or community-based healthcare experience would be advantageous.
• A commitment to continuous professional development, clinical excellence, and quality improvement.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Opportunities for teaching and service development.
• Excellent professional development opportunities and accompanying CME package.
• Salary package and CME commensurate with ASMS.
• Relocation and accommodation support.
• Diverse, interesting and rewarding work within our integrated rural health care facility.
• Strong multidisciplinary support and collaborative clinical partnerships.
• Excellent clinical and non-clinical equipment and resources for you perform your job effectively and efficiently.
• A values-based workplace focused on excellence, respect, and community wellbeing.
• Free parking and an easy commute to Balclutha.

Love Where You Live

South Otago offers stunning beaches, rivers, wildlife, walking and cycling trails, welcoming communities, and plenty of space to breathe. Enjoy the benefits of rural living while remaining within easy reach of Dunedin, Invercargill, and Central Otago.

Enquiries

For a confidential discussion or to request further information, please contact:

Nicky Vaughan – General Manager Clinical Services nicky.vaughan@chf.co.nz | 027 365 9330

Full Time

Job no: 2026-0049

Location: 9-11 Charlotte Street Balclutha 9230

Closing Date: Thursday, 31 December 2026