Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes

Obstetrician & Gynaecologist Consultant
Permanent, 1.15 FTE, Full Time including On Call

Health NZ Lakes – Rotorua Taupo Hospitals

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

Mō te tūranga / About the role

We are seeking a generalist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, to join our team of 8 Specialists. This position is full time, however applications from specialist seeking part time employment will also be considered. We have a happy supportive team with great collegiality and a strong focus on equity for Maori.

Support would be provided for maintenance or development of a special interest. We have a stable experienced team and would be happy to consider applications from newly qualified specialists seeking a supportive environment to commence their consultant career.

The successful candidate will provide services in Rotorua and Taupo, participate in a 1:6 acute call roster and enjoy excellent support from our Anaesthetic, Surgical, Radiology and Intensive Care teams. There are well established links with tertiary centres for support. The O&G Team consists of eight specialists (two job share), three registrars and dedicated O & G SHO support. The department is accredited by RANZCOG for O & G registrar training. We also provide attachments/teaching for 5^th and 6^th year medical students from Auckland Medical School.

The hospital has modern ward areas, ICU and theatres, and a state of the art ambulatory outpatient area for Gynaecology, to facilitate outpatient hysteroscopy and Colposcopy/LLETZ.

Mō koe / About you

Membership of RANZCOG (or equivalent) is required. Applicants must hold or be eligible for vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand.

Mō Tātou | About us

Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities such as mountain biking, skiing, and fishing. Family friendly beaches are also an hour’s drive away. The Lakes district has a growing multi-cultural community and is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience in an excellent and supportive work environment.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou / What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance for successful long term and permanent appointments
• Free staff parking
• A supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment
• Free flu vaccination
• Discounts (with local businesses)
• Access to Employee Assistance Program

Awhe utu / Salary range

$ 185,380 to $ 267,980 pro-rated to hours worked plus Senior Medical Officer allowances.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click “apply now” or visit our careers page at https://www.lakesdhb.govt.nz.The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change. Please note that we do not accept money for any job offer.

Patai | Questions?

For further information email Jenny Martelli, Service Manager, Woman, Child and Family jenny.martelli@lakesdhb.govt.nz +64 27 2428013 or Simon Ewen, HOD O&G simon.ewen@lakesdhb.govt.nz ph:+64 7 348 1199

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