Medic | Domestic
Mo tatou | About us - What we do
Our role at Antarctica New Zealand is to support world-leading science and environmental protection in Antarctica and the Southern Ocean. Scott Base is the hub of New Zealand's activities in Antarctica and each year, we employ seasonal staff to manage base activity and support science in the field.
Mō te mahi | About the role - What you’ll be doing
It takes a passionate, diverse, and highly skilled team to run Scott Base.
Our Medic is responsible for providing holistic care to address health needs and promote wellness, as well as providing the first response for all medical emergencies at Scott Base. In addition, you will support the Domestic Services team with cleaning and domestic duties throughout the summer season.
This is a summer role for approx. 6 months, from August 2026 to February 2027
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Providing high quality medical care and emergency medical response for Scott Base personnel (either on base or in the field)
- Prescribing medication appropriate to patient needs, within scope of practice
- Supporting the development and implementation of wellbeing initiatives
- Liaison with external medical staff
- Medical stock management and report writing
- Ensure all common areas, bathrooms and work areas are maintained in a clean and hygienic condition
- Preparing bedrooms for occupation and undertaking laundry duties
- Contributing positively to the overall base community culture and assist with proactively identifying community needs
- Serving on the Scott Base Fire Crew
Mōu | About you - What you’ll bring
We operate in one of the most remote locations in the globe, so our team needs to work well together, focus on safety and integrate successfully into the small community lifestyle. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the team’s wellbeing in one of the remotest parts of the globe. We’re looking for a highly motivated person to join our close-knit, passionate and supportive team.
Skills and Experience Include:
- Nurse Practitioner or Nurse Prescriber preferred, however applicants with a Bachelor of Nursing or Paramedicine will be considered
- Relevant NZ registration
- Membership of a professional body for Indemnity Insurance
- Wilderness, rural or remote healthcare experience
- Commercial cleaning or housekeeping experience
- Ability to demonstrate a strong customer service focus and communicate effectively and empathetically with superior interpersonal skills
- Current full NZ Class 1 driver’s licence and ability to drive a manual vehicle
Tono mai ināianei | Apply now:
This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of an organisation with a real and tangible purpose - for further details and to view a role description click apply.
Applications close 16 March 2026
One of Antarctica New Zealand's core values is 'we care for each other and the environment’. We actively encourage applications from all cultures, beliefs and backgrounds and are committed to ensuring our culture is welcoming, accessible, equitable and safe for all. The successful candidate will undergo pre-employment checks including medical assessment. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand.
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