Join us as we change the future of healthcare in Southern New Zealand

Mō te tūranga - About the role

You will be part of a team working across a range of surgical specialties and subspecialties, which includes tertiary level caseloads.

During your time with us you will be exposed to several runs which include the following:

• General Surgery
• Neurosurgery
• Colorectal
• Upper gastrointestinal
• Vascular Surgery
• Breast Surgery
• Hepatobiliary
• Plastics
• Reliever (note that Relievers will also cover the Urology Registrar)

There is also the possibility of rotations to the following:

• Cardiothoracic Surgery (one Registrar every six months)
• ICU (one Registrar every six months)

We have a new MECA compliant after-hours roster in place with 21 registrars on the rotation. The runs available will depend on the start date of the successful candidate.

The opportunity to provide healthcare to a large geographical area, ensuring your exposure to a wide range of work. Great support for educational needs, including weekly teaching, case discussions, journal clubs, and peer review sessions. In a department that has a strong academic presence, opportunities for successful candidates will be far and wide, and will involve the ability to undertake research as part of training.

Mōu ake - About you

We are interested in hearing from RMOs with a minimum of two years' post qualification experience and who possess a strong surgical interest.

You must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand and be eligible for general or provisional general registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand. You can check your eligibility for registration by visiting the Council's website at www.mcnz.org.nz

Painga - Benefits:

• Free meals when on duty
• Subsidised gym membership and discounted health insurance
• Access to range of retail discounts

A lifestyle that is hard to beat! Dunedin is a wonderful place for families, with great educational facilities (primary through tertiary) and many activities available for all ages. Some of New Zealand's most famous national parks, ski fields and wineries are within easy driving distance.

Mō mātou - About us

Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities. We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region. We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.

Tono ināianei - Apply now

Due to the fast-paced nature of what we do, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change. Don't delay, make sure you apply as soon as possible.

If you currently work for Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand - Southern, please apply for this role via our internal careers site, found here: Pulse > Applications > Corporate > SuccessFactors

For further information please contact Deb McDonald, email Deb.McDonald@southerndhb.govt.nz

Pre-employment checks

In the interests of protecting our people and our patients, all appointments will be subject to the following:

• Occupational health assessment
• Police vetting/Ministry of Justice safety checks
• Serious misconduct checks (previous Public Service departments and statutory Crown entities only)

Covid vaccination requirements

New employees of Te Whatu Ora Southern will need to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, which includes two doses and a booster dose of an approved vaccine. If you are unable to receive a COVID-19 vaccine or booster for any reason, please indicate this in your cover letter so we can discuss this with you further and establish if you meet any criteria for an exemption.

To apply

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website: https://careers.southernhealth.nz/