Expressions of Interest – Medicine Registrar (Infectious Diseases) 2023 Training Year

What does Auckland have to offer?

Auckland consistently ranks as one of the most liveable cities in the world with its stunning natural landscapes, mix of cultures and world class entertainment. Working in the Auckland Region you will have the opportunity to work alongside our passionate and knowledgeable senior clinicians who will provide you with world class supervision and mentorship.

Working as an Infectious Diseases Advanced Trainee

Infectious diseases physicians provide a predominantly hospital-based service, specialising in the various clinical, laboratory and public health aspects of infectious disease medicine and microbiology. Infectious Diseases trainees will be exposed to a wide range of complex clinical presentations and will have exposure to community and public health settings. The specialty of infectious diseases is based on clinical expertise as opposed to the use of more practical procedural or technical skills.

A key requirement of their role is the need to ensure that they keep up to date with global developments in infectious diseases and their potential impact within the local community.

Medicine Registrar Runs

Infectious Diseases Registrar runs in the Auckland region are six months in length, following which you may rotate into a different run. All runs are accredited for RACP Advanced Training in the Auckland region; provision of further runs beyond the initial six month allocation is subject to a competitive process due to limited training capacity. Example run descriptions for the 2022 training year can be viewed on the Auckland Doctors website. For further information on Advanced Training in New Zealand please visit the RACP website.

There are two types of jobs available:

Advanced Training in Infectious Diseases

• You will need to have passed the FRACP written exam or be registered to sit the clinical exam for 2022.
• These positions will only be offered to those who have passed the clinical exam and completed basic training. For those completing the exam later this year and should you not pass the exam, you will no longer be eligible for advanced training position and you may be considered for a run allocation.
• Eligible for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand. Support and assistance with this process is provided.

Six month allocations for those interested in Infectious Diseases experience as part of their training in General Medicine or specialty training

• Must have one year experience as a Medicine Registrar or equivalent from another college.
• Eligible for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand. Support and assistance with this process is provided.

Expressions of interest are welcome if candidates do not meet the above criteria. You are welcome to apply and discuss your application further with the Infectious Diseases service.

This is what our Infectious Diseases trainees have to say about training in Auckland: https://youtu.be/-lGPkggvya0

As this is a clinical role that is likely to involve contact with COVID-19 patients, it may not be suitable for vulnerable workers.  This may include those with chronic illness, immunodeficiency or immunosuppressive medication.

The Northern Regional Alliance on behalf of the DHBs is committed to seeing Aucklanders from every community and background share in a healthier future.  To help us achieve this we need a talented diverse workforce that reflects the population we serve. We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our values and would greatly value seeing applicants from our Māori and Pacific communities.

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