Hospice West Auckland has been providing specialist palliative care services to the community of West Auckland for more than three decades. Our population is mixed urban/rural and ethnically diverse. We are motivated by ensuring that our patients receive care they need when and where they need it.

We are considering Senior Medical Officers, or experienced Medical Officers.

This is a part time position, working Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday. The role is initially offered as a six-month fixed-term position, commencing in February 2027, with the potential to become permanent depending on the needs of the service and applicant availability.

About the Job

• You would join two other palliative medicine specialists and work as part of a strong interdisciplinary team which includes nursing expertise, social work, massage therapists, physiotherapists, talking therapies, art therapy & a spiritual advisor

• You would be included in the on-call roster which would be 1/4 weekends 1 x week night. 

• Hospice West Auckland is accredited as a training site so there is the opportunity to supervise Advanced Trainees in palliative care.  Specialist interests within palliative care are also welcomed.  

You will be a resilient team player who is enthusiastic about a role in a community palliative care service. You would bring new ideas about how and what services could be delivered to our community, and we can strongly support you to support us to implement these.  

Please note: We will be reviewing and responding to applicants prior to the closing date.

If you would like more information about the role or want to discuss part-time options or a delayed start date please contact Dr Celia Palmer ([email protected]).