Sexual Health Physician | 0.8 FTE
Christchurch | Permanent

Join a dedicated team delivering high-quality sexual health services

• Opportunity to work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team
• Deliver meaningful specialist care while contributing to education and service development

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the role

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora are seeking an experienced and dedicated Sexual Health Physician to join the Christchurch Sexual Health Service team commencing in early September 2026. This permanent position provides an exciting opportunity to deliver best-practice sexual healthcare while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment.

As a Sexual Health Physician, you will provide high-quality specialist care and contribute to ongoing service development. This role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse patient population while supporting clinical excellence through collaboration, education, and quality improvement activities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting outpatient clinic duties and providing competent, ethical management of sexual health conditions.
• Offering expert advice, referrals, and consultations with other healthcare professionals.
• Supervising, teaching, and contributing to research initiatives.
• Maintaining clinical documentation and participating in quality improvement processes.

About the Team / Service / Location

The team is made up of doctors, clinical nurse specialists, nursing staff, and administrative professionals who work together to provide a high-quality, patient-centred sexual health service across the Canterbury region.

Christchurch offers an exceptional lifestyle with easy access to beaches, mountains, outdoor activities, and a vibrant city environment.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A medical qualification recognised for vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand as a Sexual Health Physician
• A current Annual Practising Certificate
• A postgraduate medical qualification in the field of Sexual Health Medicine
• Experience in sexual health medicine, reproductive health, public health, and HIV management is highly desirable
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• A patient-focused and empathetic approach to healthcare

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and serve our communities. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

Applications close: Wednesday, 24 June 2026

All applications must be submitted through the online careers portal via the link below.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Amy Walker – Recruitment Specialist: [email protected]

How to Apply

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