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Thoracic Fellow – New Zealand
Applications are invited for the position of Fellow, Thoracic Surgery at Waikato Hospital in Hamilton, New Zealand. We are seeking doctors who have completed their cardiothoracic or general surgical training, have acquired speciality fellowship or its equivalent and who are able to complete routine thoracic procedures independently.
The successful applicant will be required to:
• manage thoracic surgery outpatients and inpatients in the Cardiothoracic Surgery Department under the supervision of the Cardiothoracic Surgeon
• undertake clinical duties as directed by the Head of Department, Cardiothoracic Surgery
• participate in departmental meetings, thoracic surgical audit and be involved in teaching and service development
• conduct research and quality improvement projects
The fellowship provides experience in various aspects of adult thoracic surgery including oncological management of malignancies of the thorax and benign diseases of the chest.
Endobronchial procedures and thoracic trauma are included.
The fellow will oversee and guide registrars in the day-to-day postoperative care of thoracic surgery patients. Fellows in this program are expected to involve themselves in divisional research activities, and prepare presentations for research events.
For more information and to apply click here.
The successful applicant will be required to:
• manage thoracic surgery outpatients and inpatients in the Cardiothoracic Surgery Department under the supervision of the Cardiothoracic Surgeon
• undertake clinical duties as directed by the Head of Department, Cardiothoracic Surgery
• participate in departmental meetings, thoracic surgical audit and be involved in teaching and service development
• conduct research and quality improvement projects
The fellowship provides experience in various aspects of adult thoracic surgery including oncological management of malignancies of the thorax and benign diseases of the chest.
Endobronchial procedures and thoracic trauma are included.
The fellow will oversee and guide registrars in the day-to-day postoperative care of thoracic surgery patients. Fellows in this program are expected to involve themselves in divisional research activities, and prepare presentations for research events.
For more information and to apply click here.
General Surgeon with endoscopy skills - Permanent
Nelson hospital, Nelson, New Zealand
• Permanent, part-time 0.6FTE (48 hours a fortnight)
• 1:6 On-call
The successful candidate will:
• deliver quality services to improve health of the population in Nelson region.
• participate in the General Surgery roster with on-call 1:6
• provide colonoscopy care to patients.
The ideal applicant will:
• have experience in Endoscopy
• hold Fellowship of the Royal Australian New Zealand College of General Surgery or equivalent
• be eligible for an APC with a vocational scope of General Surgery with MCNZ.
Benefits:
• Salary and work-related expenses based on Meca | ASMS
• Allowance including competitive relocation package, accommodation and car expenses, and employer Superannuation contribution
Te Whatu Ora- Health New Zealand, Nelson Marlborough is the main health provider for the Nelson- Tasman-Marlborough region. We value integrity, innovation, respect and teamwork.
To apply
Please refer to our careers site for full details https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz or contact SMO.Recruitment@nmdhb.govt.nz
For role specific information please contact:
- Peter Twamley - Surgical Services Manager, Peter.Twamley@nmdhb.govt.nz, or
- Jane Strang – Head of Department, Jane.Strang@nmdhb.gov.nz
To apply please follow the link to complete our online application form, https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz. Applications via email will not be considered.
N23-605.
• Permanent, part-time 0.6FTE (48 hours a fortnight)
• 1:6 On-call
The successful candidate will:
• deliver quality services to improve health of the population in Nelson region.
• participate in the General Surgery roster with on-call 1:6
• provide colonoscopy care to patients.
The ideal applicant will:
• have experience in Endoscopy
• hold Fellowship of the Royal Australian New Zealand College of General Surgery or equivalent
• be eligible for an APC with a vocational scope of General Surgery with MCNZ.
Benefits:
• Salary and work-related expenses based on Meca | ASMS
• Allowance including competitive relocation package, accommodation and car expenses, and employer Superannuation contribution
Te Whatu Ora- Health New Zealand, Nelson Marlborough is the main health provider for the Nelson- Tasman-Marlborough region. We value integrity, innovation, respect and teamwork.
To apply
Please refer to our careers site for full details https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz or contact SMO.Recruitment@nmdhb.govt.nz
For role specific information please contact:
- Peter Twamley - Surgical Services Manager, Peter.Twamley@nmdhb.govt.nz, or
- Jane Strang – Head of Department, Jane.Strang@nmdhb.gov.nz
To apply please follow the link to complete our online application form, https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz. Applications via email will not be considered.
N23-605.
Consultant General Surgeon
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
We are looking for a Consultant General Surgeon who is interested in working in Taranaki to improve, promote, protect and care for the health and wellbeing of the people of Taranaki.
The successful candidate will join a team of six and will take part in a 1:6 on call roster with registrar and house surgeon support.
Please click here for the position description
Moū - About you
Are you a qualified Health Professional who can practise in New Zealand who would embrace an exciting opportunity in a beautiful province with fantastic work life balance?
Do you share in our vision, our values and will ensure our patients feel supported and cared for throughout their journey with us?
The successful applicant should have comprehensive experience and training in General Surgery and must have the FRACS with vocational registration or equivalent qualifications. The department has a strong track record with audit and you will be expected to participate and contribute to the department’s activities including advanced trainee registrar teaching, supervision of house surgeons, audit and medical student teaching.
If you would like further information or if you have any questions, please contact in confidence, Janette Thompson, Recruitment Talent Advisor via email Janette.Thompson@tdhb.org.nz and indicate the job title in the subject line.
If you want to make an application, click on here to apply.
Closing date for applications is 31 December 2023 however if we make an appointment before this date, we will close the vacancy.
We are looking for a Consultant General Surgeon who is interested in working in Taranaki to improve, promote, protect and care for the health and wellbeing of the people of Taranaki.
The successful candidate will join a team of six and will take part in a 1:6 on call roster with registrar and house surgeon support.
Please click here for the position description
Moū - About you
Are you a qualified Health Professional who can practise in New Zealand who would embrace an exciting opportunity in a beautiful province with fantastic work life balance?
Do you share in our vision, our values and will ensure our patients feel supported and cared for throughout their journey with us?
The successful applicant should have comprehensive experience and training in General Surgery and must have the FRACS with vocational registration or equivalent qualifications. The department has a strong track record with audit and you will be expected to participate and contribute to the department’s activities including advanced trainee registrar teaching, supervision of house surgeons, audit and medical student teaching.
If you would like further information or if you have any questions, please contact in confidence, Janette Thompson, Recruitment Talent Advisor via email Janette.Thompson@tdhb.org.nz and indicate the job title in the subject line.
If you want to make an application, click on here to apply.
Closing date for applications is 31 December 2023 however if we make an appointment before this date, we will close the vacancy.
ENT Specialist
Are you an Otorhinolaryngologist looking for your next opportunity?
Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua | MidCentral are looking for an experienced generalist Otorhinolaryngologist to join our team.
The ideal applicant will have general Otorhinolaryngology experience, ideally with subspecialist interest in Otology and/or Rhinology/Paediatrics. The applicants will support the current consultant team who provide subspecialty Otological and Head and Neck surgery.
The collegial relationships between departments are strong and consultation with other specialists is easy, either formally with multidisciplinary meetings or informally as required. There is an active postgraduate medical society and there are excellent clinical library facilities. The Otorhinolaryngology department currently participates in fortnightly radiology and head and neck MDT meetings and monthly thyroid MDT and pathology meetings. The department hosts a monthly half day regional CDP meeting with Otorhinolaryngologists attending from Whanganui, Taranaki and Hawkes' Bay.
Our team actively encourage work life balance and the MidCentral Region is ideally situated for those who like to work, rest and play – beaches close by, ski fields and wineries just up the road, stunning scenery with loads of hiking tracks including Te Arapuke mountain bike track. Our region also offers excellent schools and a local university. If you would like to know more about MidCentral and our region please click here.
If you are interested in discussing this exciting opportunity, please do not hesitate to reach out for a confidential chat:
Dr Kumar Thangaraj - Medical Lead
Denella Statham - SMO Recruitment Specialist
Or apply here
Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua | MidCentral are looking for an experienced generalist Otorhinolaryngologist to join our team.
The ideal applicant will have general Otorhinolaryngology experience, ideally with subspecialist interest in Otology and/or Rhinology/Paediatrics. The applicants will support the current consultant team who provide subspecialty Otological and Head and Neck surgery.
The collegial relationships between departments are strong and consultation with other specialists is easy, either formally with multidisciplinary meetings or informally as required. There is an active postgraduate medical society and there are excellent clinical library facilities. The Otorhinolaryngology department currently participates in fortnightly radiology and head and neck MDT meetings and monthly thyroid MDT and pathology meetings. The department hosts a monthly half day regional CDP meeting with Otorhinolaryngologists attending from Whanganui, Taranaki and Hawkes' Bay.
Our team actively encourage work life balance and the MidCentral Region is ideally situated for those who like to work, rest and play – beaches close by, ski fields and wineries just up the road, stunning scenery with loads of hiking tracks including Te Arapuke mountain bike track. Our region also offers excellent schools and a local university. If you would like to know more about MidCentral and our region please click here.
If you are interested in discussing this exciting opportunity, please do not hesitate to reach out for a confidential chat:
Dr Kumar Thangaraj - Medical Lead
Denella Statham - SMO Recruitment Specialist
Or apply here
ENT Surgeon - Permanent 0.7FTE
Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand, Nelson Marlborough seeks an experienced Otorhinolaryngologist Surgeon to join our busy ORL Service. 
• Permanent, part-time 0.7FTE (56 hours a fortnight)
• On-call allowance
• District wide cover, Nelson and Blenheim, New Zealand
Ngā mōhiohio e pā ana ki ēnei mahi (About these positions)
The successful candidate will:
• deliver quality services to improve health of the population in Nelson - Blenheim region
• participate in the ENT roster 1:5 on-call
• be part of the busy contemporary ENT services and provide care and treatment for ORL patients with a wide range of ORL conditions
• supervise and participate in teaching of junior medical workforce
• enjoy working and living in New Zealand's most sought-after regions.
This position is based in Nelson Hospital, however, it requires a district-wide cover across both Nelson and Wairau hospital sites when the service needs require.
Ko wai he kaitono tōtika? (Who is an appropriate applicant?)The ideal applicant will:
• bring their medical expertise and experience to secondary care setting
• have experience in otolaryngologist general specialist role and skin lesion removal
• ability to work independently as an ENT specialist in a provincial district
• hold Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (Otolaryngology) or equivalent
• be eligible for an Annual Practising Certificate with a vocational scope of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery with the Medical Council of New Zealand
• work with others to promote a cohesive team culture of collaborative practice, openness, humour, and respect across disciplines.
Collegiality and collaboration across all disciplines are key to our delivery of a successful service to our patients and our community. If this sounds like the sort of environment that you will thrive in, then we want to hear from you!
Ngā huanga o tēnei mahi (The benefits of this position)
The salary for this position is based on the current Senior Medical and Dental Officer collective agreement dependent on skills, experience, and vocational registration in NZ. Meca | ASMS
In addition to your salary you will:
• receive an annual allowance cover your continued medical education expenses (including associated travel and accommodation costs) as well as paid time off to attend events including international conferences.
• have access to an employer matched Superannuation contribution of up to 6% of annual earnings.
• be reimbursed competitive relocation, accommodation, and car rental expenses (conditions apply).
Me pēhea ahau e tono ai? (How do I apply?)
For general application enquiries please contact our recruitment team on vacancies@nmdhb.govt.nz or +64 3 546 1274.
For role specific information please contact Gillian Champion, Surgical Services Manager, Gillian.Champion@nmdhb.govt.nz or Nicola Hill, Head of Department - Surgical Services, Nicola.Hill@nmdhb.govt.nz
To apply please follow the link to complete our online application form, https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz
Applications via email will not be considered.
Please note: All Te Whatu Ora staff are required to have completed primary course of NZ approved Covid-19 vaccinations as you will have direct contact with patients and members of the public.
N22-868.
Applications are open until filled.
• Permanent, part-time 0.7FTE (56 hours a fortnight)
• On-call allowance
• District wide cover, Nelson and Blenheim, New Zealand
Ngā mōhiohio e pā ana ki ēnei mahi (About these positions)
The successful candidate will:
• deliver quality services to improve health of the population in Nelson - Blenheim region
• participate in the ENT roster 1:5 on-call
• be part of the busy contemporary ENT services and provide care and treatment for ORL patients with a wide range of ORL conditions
• supervise and participate in teaching of junior medical workforce
• enjoy working and living in New Zealand's most sought-after regions.
This position is based in Nelson Hospital, however, it requires a district-wide cover across both Nelson and Wairau hospital sites when the service needs require.
Ko wai he kaitono tōtika? (Who is an appropriate applicant?)The ideal applicant will:
• bring their medical expertise and experience to secondary care setting
• have experience in otolaryngologist general specialist role and skin lesion removal
• ability to work independently as an ENT specialist in a provincial district
• hold Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (Otolaryngology) or equivalent
• be eligible for an Annual Practising Certificate with a vocational scope of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery with the Medical Council of New Zealand
• work with others to promote a cohesive team culture of collaborative practice, openness, humour, and respect across disciplines.
Collegiality and collaboration across all disciplines are key to our delivery of a successful service to our patients and our community. If this sounds like the sort of environment that you will thrive in, then we want to hear from you!
Ngā huanga o tēnei mahi (The benefits of this position)
The salary for this position is based on the current Senior Medical and Dental Officer collective agreement dependent on skills, experience, and vocational registration in NZ. Meca | ASMS
In addition to your salary you will:
• receive an annual allowance cover your continued medical education expenses (including associated travel and accommodation costs) as well as paid time off to attend events including international conferences.
• have access to an employer matched Superannuation contribution of up to 6% of annual earnings.
• be reimbursed competitive relocation, accommodation, and car rental expenses (conditions apply).
Me pēhea ahau e tono ai? (How do I apply?)
For general application enquiries please contact our recruitment team on vacancies@nmdhb.govt.nz or +64 3 546 1274.
For role specific information please contact Gillian Champion, Surgical Services Manager, Gillian.Champion@nmdhb.govt.nz or Nicola Hill, Head of Department - Surgical Services, Nicola.Hill@nmdhb.govt.nz
To apply please follow the link to complete our online application form, https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz
Applications via email will not be considered.
Please note: All Te Whatu Ora staff are required to have completed primary course of NZ approved Covid-19 vaccinations as you will have direct contact with patients and members of the public.
N22-868.
Applications are open until filled.
ENT Surgeon - Permanent 0.7FTE
District wide cover, Nelson-Marlborough
• Permanent, part-time 0.7FTE (56 hours a fortnight)
• On-call when the service needs require
The successful candidate will:
• Deliver quality services to improve health of the population in Nelson-Marlborough District.
• Participate in the ENT roster 1:5 on-call.
• Provide care and treatment for ORL patients with a wide range of ORL conditions
The ideal applicant will:
• Have experience in otolaryngologist general specialist role and skin lesion removal.
• Hold Fellowship of the Royal Australian New Zealand College (Otolaryngology) or equivalent.
• Be eligible for an APC with a vocational scope of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery with MCNZ.
Benefits
• Salary and work-related expenses based on Meca | ASMS
• Allowance including competitive relocation package, accommodation and car expenses, and employer Superannuation contribution.
Te Whatu Ora, Nelson Marlborough is the main health provider for the Nelson- Tasman-Marlborough region. We value integrity, innovation, respect, and teamwork.
To apply
Please refer to our careers site for full details https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz or contact vacancies@nmdhb.govt.nz
For role specific information please contact,
-Gillian Champion, Surgical Services Manager, Gillian.Champion@nmdhb.govt.nz, or
-Nicola Hill, Head of Department- Surgical Services, Nicola.Hill@nmdhb.gov.nz
To apply please follow the link to complete our online application form, https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz. Applications via email will not be considered.
N22-868
• Permanent, part-time 0.7FTE (56 hours a fortnight)
• On-call when the service needs require
The successful candidate will:
• Deliver quality services to improve health of the population in Nelson-Marlborough District.
• Participate in the ENT roster 1:5 on-call.
• Provide care and treatment for ORL patients with a wide range of ORL conditions
The ideal applicant will:
• Have experience in otolaryngologist general specialist role and skin lesion removal.
• Hold Fellowship of the Royal Australian New Zealand College (Otolaryngology) or equivalent.
• Be eligible for an APC with a vocational scope of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery with MCNZ.
Benefits
• Salary and work-related expenses based on Meca | ASMS
• Allowance including competitive relocation package, accommodation and car expenses, and employer Superannuation contribution.
Te Whatu Ora, Nelson Marlborough is the main health provider for the Nelson- Tasman-Marlborough region. We value integrity, innovation, respect, and teamwork.
To apply
Please refer to our careers site for full details https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz or contact vacancies@nmdhb.govt.nz
For role specific information please contact,
-Gillian Champion, Surgical Services Manager, Gillian.Champion@nmdhb.govt.nz, or
-Nicola Hill, Head of Department- Surgical Services, Nicola.Hill@nmdhb.gov.nz
To apply please follow the link to complete our online application form, https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz. Applications via email will not be considered.
N22-868
General Surgeon with endoscopy skills - Permanent Blenheim
Wairau hospital, Blenheim, New Zealand 
• Permanent, part-time 0.6 FTE (48 hours a fortnight)
• 1:4 On-call
The successful candidate will:
• deliver quality services to improve health of the population in Nelson region
• participate in the General Surgery roster with on-call 1:4
• provide colonoscopy care to patients.
The ideal applicant will:
• have experience in Endoscopy
• hold Fellowship of the Royal Australasia College of Surgeons or equivalent
• be eligible for an APC with a vocational scope of General Surgery with MCNZ.
Benefits:
• Salary and work-related expenses based on Meca | ASMS
• Allowance including competitive relocation package, accommodation and car expenses, and employer Superannuation contribution
Te Whatu Ora- Health New Zealand, Nelson Marlborough is the main health provider for the Nelson- Tasman-Marlborough region. We value integrity, innovation, respect, and teamwork.
To apply
Please refer to our careers site for full details https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz or contact SMO.Recruitment@nmdhb.govt.nz
For role specific information please contact,
-Peter Twamley - Surgical Services Manager, Peter.Twamley@nmdhb.govt.nz, or
-Mark Taylor – Head of Department, Mark.Taylor@nmdhb.gov.nz
To apply please follow the link to complete our online application form, https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz. Applications via email will not be considered.
W23-193.
• Permanent, part-time 0.6 FTE (48 hours a fortnight)
• 1:4 On-call
The successful candidate will:
• deliver quality services to improve health of the population in Nelson region
• participate in the General Surgery roster with on-call 1:4
• provide colonoscopy care to patients.
The ideal applicant will:
• have experience in Endoscopy
• hold Fellowship of the Royal Australasia College of Surgeons or equivalent
• be eligible for an APC with a vocational scope of General Surgery with MCNZ.
Benefits:
• Salary and work-related expenses based on Meca | ASMS
• Allowance including competitive relocation package, accommodation and car expenses, and employer Superannuation contribution
Te Whatu Ora- Health New Zealand, Nelson Marlborough is the main health provider for the Nelson- Tasman-Marlborough region. We value integrity, innovation, respect, and teamwork.
To apply
Please refer to our careers site for full details https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz or contact SMO.Recruitment@nmdhb.govt.nz
For role specific information please contact,
-Peter Twamley - Surgical Services Manager, Peter.Twamley@nmdhb.govt.nz, or
-Mark Taylor – Head of Department, Mark.Taylor@nmdhb.gov.nz
To apply please follow the link to complete our online application form, https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz. Applications via email will not be considered.
W23-193.