Consultant Renal Physician- Waikato

Full time on site
Consultant Renal Physician- Waikato
Job Description

Full Time, Fixed Term (11 Months) at Waikato Hospital Hamilton

  • Join a leading regional renal service delivering specialist care across a population of over a million
  • Work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team with strong research, teaching and interventional nephrology opportunities
  • Enjoy an exceptional lifestyle in the Waikato, one of New Zealands most diverse and vibrant regions

About the Role

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference as part of a service dedicated to delivering excellent renal care across the Midland region.

We are seeking a Consultant Renal Physician to join our progressive and well-established team at Waikato Hospital. This fixed-term role provides leave cover for 11 months from November 2026 and offers a rewarding mix of inpatient, outpatient and regional service delivery, plus participation in the on-call roster. You will be well supported by a strong culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous learning.

You will join a department where patient care, education and research are equally valued, working alongside colleagues who are committed to achieving the best outcomes for the communities we serve.

About the Service

Waikato Hospital is home to one of New Zealands largest renal services, comprising an inpatient renal ward, acute dialysis unit and the recently commissioned Midland Regional Renal Centre.

The service provides all aspects of renal medicine, excluding acute kidney transplantation, and is recognised for its strong home-based treatment philosophy. It supports one of Australasias largest peritoneal dialysis populations, extensive home haemodialysis programmes and regional transplant follow-up services.

The Renal Service operates across Waikato, Lakes, Bay of Plenty and Tairāwhiti, delivering specialist care through a hub-and-spoke model to a population of over a million.

You will join:

  • 8 Renal Physicians
  • 5 Registrars
  • 2 Senior House Officers
  • An experienced and dedicated nursing and allied health team

For clinicians with previous experience and interest, opportunities exist to undertake interventional nephrology procedures including renal biopsy, tunnelled dialysis catheter insertion and Tenckhoff catheter insertion.

The service also hosts a busy clinical research unit involved in studies of emerging and novel therapies.

As a teaching hospital and a campus of the University of Auckland Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, Waikato Hospital offers opportunities to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate medical education.

About You

You will be a qualified Renal Physician who is passionate about delivering high-quality care and working as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team and:

  • Be eligible for vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand
  • Hold a current driver licence
  • Demonstrate a commitment to clinical excellence, education and service development
  • Be available to start the role in November 2026

Living in Hamilton and Waikato

Waikato offers the best of both worlds a fulfilling career and an outstanding quality of life.

From the beaches of Raglan and Coromandel to the Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton and countless walking and cycling trails, the region is rich in natural beauty and adventure. Hamilton, New Zealands largest inland city, provides excellent schools, vibrant cafes, sporting events and a welcoming community, all within easy reach of Auckland.

To learn more about living in the mighty Waikato click here.

How to Apply

Please apply online with your current CV and cover letter. Applications cannot be accepted via email.

We welcome applications from candidates based both within New Zealand and internationally who meet the registration requirements for practice in New Zealand

For further information, please contact Dr Kannaiyan Rabindranath, Head of Department, email: [email protected]

For comprehensive information and support with the MCNZ registration and relocation process, please contact Rachel Spencer, Senior Recruitment Advisor- [email protected]

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.

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