Registrar Critical Care (non-training)
New Zealand Government
Registrar - Critical Care | Timaru Hospital
We are seeking a motivated and capable Registrars to join our supportive Critical Care team at Timaru Hospital, located in the heart of South Canterbury.
Timaru offers a unique opportunity to develop your clinical skills in a hands-on environment, with excellent consultant support, a strong teaching culture, and meaningful clinical responsibility from day one.
About the Role
As a Registrar, you will work closely with experienced consultants and be exposed to a wide range of acute and critical care presentations.
This role offers:
- Direct mentorship from senior clinicians
- Increased autonomy with appropriate support
- Exposure to diverse and complex clinical cases
- Dedicated exposure to Anaesthetics, working alongside Anaesthetists in theatre
- Opportunities to actively participate in clinical decision-making and service delivery
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality clinical care within Critical Care services
- Work collaboratively with Consultants and multidisciplinary teams
- Participate in theatre sessions alongside Anaesthetists
- Contribute to weekly teaching and ongoing education sessions
- Engage in clinical meetings, case discussions, and quality improvement activities
What We're Looking For
- A Registrar with strong general clinical skills and sound clinical judgement
- Ability to work effectively within a team in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and patient-centred care approach
- Confidence to take on clinical responsibility with appropriate support
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning
What We Offer
- Close, approachable consultant support with genuine teaching investment
- Broad clinical exposure in a smaller hospital setting (you won't be 'one of many')
- A supportive, collegial team culture where your contribution is valued
- Weekly protected teaching and active clinical education
- Dedicated Anaesthetics experience to broaden procedural skills
- Opportunity to rapidly build confidence, capability, and leadership skills
Why Timaru?
Timaru offers an enviable lifestyle balance - combining affordable living with easy access to mountains, lakes, and the coast. Enjoy short commutes, a strong sense of community, and a relaxed pace of life without compromising on clinical experience.
If you are looking for a role that offers real clinical exposure, strong support, and the opportunity to grow quickly as a Registrar, we would love to hear from you.
For more information, please contact
Sharna Lange
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