Build your future in healthcare with Anglesea Clinic
Are you an internationally qualified doctor currently living in New Zealand and looking to gain valuable experience within the New Zealand healthcare system while working towards your longer-term career goals?
Anglesea Clinic is seeking a motivated and professional Medical Assistant to join our busy Urgent Care team in Hamilton.
This is an opportunity for an internationally trained medical graduate to contribute to patient care, develop their understanding of the New Zealand healthcare environment, and work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team.
We welcome applications from overseas-qualified doctors who are currently working in healthcare in New Zealand, including those who are planning to pursue the NZREX Clinical examination or another appropriate pathway to medical registration.
About the role
Working alongside our doctors, nurses and wider clinical team, you will support the delivery of safe, efficient and patient-centred care in a fast-paced urgent care environment.
Key responsibilities will include:
Supporting clinicians with patient flow and the coordination of care.
Assisting with clinical and administrative tasks within your training, competence and authorised scope of duties.
Supporting the preparation of clinical rooms and equipment.
Maintaining accurate documentation and following privacy, infection prevention and health and safety requirements.
Communicating professionally with patients and colleagues.
Contributing to a positive patient experience and a collaborative clinical team.
About you
We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates who:
Hold a primary medical qualification from an overseas medical school.
Have previous clinical experience as a doctor in their home country.
Are currently living in New Zealand and are eligible to work here.
Are interested in pursuing medical registration in New Zealand, including through the NZREX Clinical pathway where applicable.
Have a strong commitment to patient safety, professionalism and culturally safe care.
Communicate effectively, work well within a team and demonstrate a willingness to learn.
Are comfortable working in a busy urgent care environment.
Previous experience in a New Zealand healthcare setting will be an advantage.
Why join Anglesea Clinic?
At Anglesea, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team committed to providing quality, accessible and respectful care to our community.
You will have the opportunity to:
Gain practical experience in a New Zealand urgent care setting.
Develop your understanding of local healthcare systems, clinical processes and team-based care.
Work alongside experienced healthcare professionals.
Build your professional experience while pursuing your longer-term career aspirations.
Important information
This is a Medical Assistant position and does not involve practising medicine as a registered doctor. All duties will be appropriate to the role and your competence, with relevant supervision and oversight.
Employment in this role does not guarantee eligibility for NZREX Clinical, medical registration, a supervised doctor position or future employment as a doctor. Candidates are responsible for confirming their eligibility and registration requirements with the Medical Council of New Zealand.
Interested?
If you are an internationally qualified medical graduate looking to continue building your healthcare career in New Zealand, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your medical qualifications, clinical experience in your home country, current New Zealand healthcare experience (if applicable), and your longer-term career goals.