Aotearoa New Zealand

The department of General Surgery at Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentral is looking for a General Surgeon to join the team on a 12-month fixed-term basis. We are looking for someone to start as soon as possible. 

 
Our workload is very broad encompassing the full range of acute and elective general surgery, with particular emphasis on breast and endocrine surgery, gastrointestinal surgery including endoscopy, minimal access and laparoscopic surgery, surgical oncology, trauma, and vascular surgery.

 
Surgical oncology is practiced in conjunction and with close collaboration with the Regional Oncology Service (including medical oncology and radiotherapy) based on campus. This latter service covers the lower central North Island. We are the region's preferred provider for oesophago-gastric cancer resection. We have an excellent service from and rapport with the Emergency Department, anaesthetic and ICU, pathology and laboratory services, and a full range of radiology/imaging including interventional radiology, duplex, MRI, and nuclear medicine. Site redevelopment is due for completion with an addition of four new operating theatres. The successful applicant will participate in the on-call roster for acute general surgery, have a relatively broad elective general surgical repertoire as well as a subspecialty interest.

Active supervision and teaching of several advanced general surgical trainees rotated from the RACS National Training Scheme as well as basic trainees/registrars and senior house officers is expected.

How to apply
To apply please click 'apply now'. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Denella Statham, Recruitment Specialist [email protected]

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

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website.

Posted on 26 February 2026

Website: Intus.co.nz

More information: https://www.intus.co.nz/clinician-recruitment/oesophago-gastric-surgeon
Contact: [email protected]

We’re looking for a Fellowship-trained Oesophago-gastric surgeon to join our team. The position offers flexibility - full-time or part-time – with the opportunity to work across any combination of Christchurch, Wānaka, and Queenstown.

At Intus, we’re proud to be a specialist-led private practice providing high-quality, patient-centred care across the lower South Island, New Zealand.

Our purpose-built facilities and supportive administrative and nursing teams help our clinicians focus on what matters most - delivering excellent care and outcomes for our patients.

Our model allows clinicians to enjoy both the independence of private practice and the camaraderie of a connected, multidisciplinary group.

We bring together specialists from across disciplines to collaborate and share expertise, creating an environment that values professionalism, teamwork, and innovation. Our vision is “fulfilling lives” - for our patients, our people, and our communities.

We’re looking for
• FRACS (or equivalent) in General Surgery, with fellowship training or significant experience in Oesophago-gastric Surgery
• Registration (or eligibility) with the Medical Council of New Zealand
• A commitment to patient-centred, evidence-based care
• Interest and expertise in endoscopy
• A collegial, professional approach and enthusiasm for working as part of a supportive team
• Flexibility to work across Christchurch, Wānaka, and/or Queenstown

We offer
• Flexibility to design your work-life balance - full-time, part-time, or a mix across locations
• Excellent facilities, efficient systems, and a strong support team
• A genuine culture of collaboration and professionalism
• The opportunity to live and work in some of New Zealand’s most desirable regions

If you’d like to find out more, or to discuss how this opportunity might fit your career and lifestyle, we’d love to hear from you.

Posted on 5 December 2025

Website: Intus.co.nz
More information: https://www.intus.co.nz/clinician-recruitment/colorectal-surgeon-recruitment
Contact: [email protected]

We’re looking for a Fellowship-trained Colorectal Surgeon to join our team. The position offers flexibility - full-time or part-time – with the opportunity to work across any combination of Christchurch, Wānaka, and Queenstown.

At Intus, we’re proud to be a specialist-led private practice providing high-quality, patient-centred care across the lower South Island, New Zealand.

Our purpose-built facilities and supportive administrative and nursing teams help our clinicians focus on what matters most - delivering excellent care and outcomes for our patients.

Our model allows clinicians to enjoy both the independence of private practice and the camaraderie of a connected, multidisciplinary group.
We bring together specialists from across disciplines to collaborate and share expertise, creating an environment that values professionalism, teamwork, and innovation. Our vision is “fulfilling lives” - for our patients, our people, and our communities.

We’re looking for
• FRACS (or equivalent) in General Surgery, with fellowship training or significant experience in Colorectal Surgery
• Registration (or eligibility) with the Medical Council of New Zealand
• A commitment to patient-centred, evidence-based care
• Interest and expertise in colonoscopy
• A collegial, professional approach and enthusiasm for working as part of a supportive team
• Flexibility to work across Christchurch, Wānaka, and/or Queenstown

We offer
• Flexibility to design your work-life balance - full-time, part-time, or a mix across locations
• Excellent facilities, efficient systems, and a strong support team
• A genuine culture of collaboration and professionalism
• The opportunity to live and work in some of New Zealand’s most desirable regions

If you’d like to find out more, or to discuss how this opportunity might fit your career and lifestyle, we’d love to hear from you.

Posted on 4 December 2025

Location: Dudley Creek Health, 447 Papanui Road, Strowan, Christchurch, NZ
Contact: [email protected] | +64 3 666 7447
Website: www.dchealth.co.nz

Join Dudley Creek Health — advancing upper limb care in New Zealand.

Dudley Creek Health (DCH) invites expressions of interest from fellowship-trained Hand, Wrist and Elbow Surgeons to join our multidisciplinary surgical team. We seek a clinician committed to complex reconstruction, minimally invasive techniques and collaborative, patient-centred care.

Established in 2022, DCH delivers integrated outpatient services across consultation, diagnosis, investigation and treatment. Our purpose-built facility includes modern consultation suites, dedicated upper limb imaging (X ray and ultrasound), fully-equipped operating rooms, and seminar spaces for education and research. DCH is a recognised leader in WALANT (Wide Awake Local Anaesthetic No Tourniquet) surgery, enhancing safety, efficiency, and recovery through awake procedures without sedation or general anaesthesia.

OPPORTUNITY
You will work alongside experienced colleagues including Mr Ram Chandru, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon (Upper Limb), and a skilled team of hand therapists, nurses and allied specialists. The role includes surgical and non surgical management, utilisation of DCH’s advanced facilities (including WALANT) and contribution to continuous professional development, innovation and research.

QUALIFICATIONS
• FRACS or equivalent.
• Specialist registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand.
• Demonstrated experience in hand, wrist and elbow surgery.
• Commitment to multidisciplinary collaboration and patient-centred outcomes.

WHY DCH?
• Modern, integrated facility with cutting-edge equipment.
• Culture of respect, dignity and continuous improvement.
• Opportunities to develop and apply innovative techniques, teach and contribute to research.
• Community-oriented care focused on accessibility and affordability.

APPLICATION
Please submit your cover letter and CV to:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +64 3 666 7447
Website: www.dchealth.co.nz

We look forward to welcoming a dedicated upper limb surgeon to help shape the future of patient care at DCH.

Posted on 4 November 2025

In pursuit of excellence, the Faculty of Medicine - Dunedin, in association with Health New Zealand - Southern, seeks to appoint a Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery. The position provides an excellent opportunity for a clinical academic to establish themselves in one of the leading medical schools in Australasia.

The appointee will provide leadership in teaching and research in the field of Orthopaedic Surgery while supporting an effective and efficient service for orthopaedic surgery patients in the Otago and Southland regions. There are research opportunities for wider collaboration with other researchers in the University’s well regarded medical and medical science departments.

In addition to holding the position of Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Otago, the appointee will concurrently hold a position as Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at Health New Zealand - Southern. This is a joint University/Hospital position.

Academic Component

The successful applicant will be based in the Department of Surgery and Critical Care – Dunedin. The appointee will have appropriate experience in teaching and research. The incumbent will be responsible for teaching at all levels. There will be significant opportunity for clinically-based research.

Clinical Component

Health New Zealand - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities. The successful applicant will participate in a shared roster and an after-hours on-call roster. Clinical duties and patient care including outpatient clinics and operating will form 50% of weekly duties. An additional payment (0.2 FTE) is provided for clinical duties performed outside of regular hours in negotiation with Health New Zealand – Southern. The successful candidate must be eligible for vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand. Experience in spine and paediatric subspecialties is preferred.

Applications will be considered individually on receipt.

Application link: https://otago.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=2501280

Posted on 20 October 2025