Senior Medical Officer - Paediatric Development, Kidz First

Senior Medical Officer Developmental Paediatrician - Kidz First, Middlemore Hospital, Auckland | Permanent

Join a team of passionate clinicians, serving a diverse and vibrant community.

Remuneration: As per the ASMS collective agreement, subject to the applicable salary scale and experience.

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Join Our Team at Kidz First Senior Medical Officer, Paediatric Development

Are you passionate about improving developmental outcomes for children and young people and making a meaningful difference in the lives of tamariki and their whānau.

Kidz First is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Senior Medical Officer to contribute to paediatric developmental services within a supportive, multidisciplinary clinical environment. Serving one of New Zealands most culturally diverse communities, we are committed to providing high-quality, whānau-centred care that supports the health, development and wellbeing of children and young people.

About the Role

In this role, you will contribute to the assessment, diagnosis and management of children with developmental, behavioural and related health needs. Working collaboratively with community paediatricians and other health professionals, you will help deliver comprehensive, evidence-based care tailored to the needs of children and their whānau.

Your responsibilities may include:

Providing specialist clinical assessment and management for children with developmental and behavioural concerns.

Contributing to developmental and disability clinics and multidisciplinary assessments.

Working collaboratively with medical, nursing and allied health professionals to coordinate care.

Providing clinical advice and support to community-based health services, as appropriate to the role.

Supporting quality improvement initiatives and promoting equitable health outcomes for children and young people.

Building effective partnerships with whānau and community services to improve access to care and developmental outcomes.

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Why Join Us?

At Kidz First, we are committed to our vision of Healthy Futures Together. Our whānau-centred approach underpins everything we do, recognising the importance of family, culture and community in achieving positive health outcomes.

You will join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that values clinical excellence, professional development and innovation. We serve a diverse population and are committed to reducing health inequities and ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive.

Your expertise and contribution will help shape services that make a lasting difference for pēpi, tamariki, rangatahi and their whānau.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

Eligibility for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand in the appropriate scope of practice.

Relevant specialist paediatric qualifications and experience in developmental or community paediatrics, consistent with the requirements of the position.

A commitment to evidence-based clinical practice, patient safety and continuous quality improvement.

Excellent communication, clinical reasoning and collaborative decision-making skills.

The ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and services.

A commitment to improving health equity and delivering culturally safe, whānau-centred care.

Experience working with Māori, Pacific peoples and culturally diverse communities, which is highly valued.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to delivering excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa New Zealand. We embrace a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Māori, Pacific, disabled and rainbow communities.

At Counties Manukau Health, people and their lives matter to us. Our values guide the way we work:

Valuing Everyone Whakawhanaungatanga

Kind Manaakitanga

Together Kotahitanga

Excellent Rangatiratanga

We are committed to accessibility, inclusion and improving health outcomes for our community.

How to Apply

To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions about your application, or encounter any technical issues, please contact Reshma Amin on Reshma.Amin@tewahtuora.govt.nzl. For further information about the role or to request the position description, please contact the recruitment team. Join us at Kidz First and help shape brighter futures for tamariki and their whānau.

Together, we can make a difference.