• Northland, New Zealand
• Permanent full-time position

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

Following the successful implementation of the National Bowel Screening program in Northland, Kaitaia Hospital is seeking an endoscopist to join Te Whatu Ora, Te Tai Tokerau. This is a full-time permanent position with no on call or general medicine duties. We are seeking someone with a drive for excellence and a heart for rural healthcare. In this role, you will perform a variety of endoscopic procedures with precision and care, helping to diagnose and treat patients with gastrointestinal disorders. From colonoscopies to upper endoscopies, your expertise will be vital in improving the health and well-being of our community.

You will be joining the growing endoscopy department in Te Tai Tokerau which has suites in both Whangarei and Kaitaia. There are currently 4 gastroenterologists based in Whangarei who also perform endoscopy in Kaitaia. The successful candidate will enjoy collegial relationships with the surgical team and would work across the sites. We encourage self-development and are willing to offer a session weekly to pursue your sub-specialty interests. This could include time to develop new skills such as advanced polyp removal, bowel screening or develop a research interest. This will require approval by the clinical lead.

About the Location

As well as a warm climate, the "winterless north" offers excellent schools; affordable housing and scenic coastal areas offering a range of recreational activities. We are just a two hours' drive or 25-minute flight from the international hub of Auckland. To learn more about our stunning location please click here  

For more information on living and working in Northland click here

About you

To be considered you must have or be eligible for specialist (or locum tenens) registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) in an Internal Medicine or Surgical Vocational scope of practice.

You will Ideally hold FRACP or FRACS or equivalent qualification and have NZ committee or equivalent body certified independent competency in gastroscopy and colonoscopy with proven experience in endoscopic procedures. We are open to hearing from advanced trainees nearing completion of their training.

If you are currently overseas / not yet registered, we can assist you with the application process to obtain MCNZ registration. 

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 service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.  

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 14 May 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Molly Kelly at NL-SMO.Jobs@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz or Dr Byron Theron at Byron.Theron@northlanddhb.org.nz   

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