Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist | Fixed Term/ Locum Opportunity

Waikato Hospital | Hamilton, New Zealand Flexible short-term opportunity- up to six months

• Are you between roles, or thinking about a sabbatical?
• Join our Obstetrics & Gynaecology team for a few weeks or a few months!
• Whether already in New Zealand, or if you fancy spending summer here, let's talk!

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

We're welcoming interest from experienced Consultant Obstetricians & Gynaecologists looking for a short-term opportunity with some flexibility. You may already be in New Zealand and have a few weeks available, be between roles or considering a sabbatical, or be based overseas and keen to experience working in New Zealand without a long-term commitment.

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Ward rounds and ward work
• Outpatient clinics
• Pre-theatre assessments and operation lists
• On-call duties
• Multi-disciplinary meetings, case conferences and reviews

Please get in touch for a copy of the position description.

About the Service

At Te Whatu Ora Waikato, we are on an ambitious and inspiring journey to become Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading Women’s and Children’s Health Service. Every day offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference while continuing to grow your own clinical expertise.

We’re committed to delivering high-quality, equitable obstetrics and gynaecology care, supported by a collegial culture where our people can learn and thrive. We continually look for ways to improve through clinical audit, quality measures and, importantly, listening and responding to the experiences of our patients and whānau.

About Waikato

Waikato Hospital, located in Hamilton, is New Zealand’s largest tertiary teaching hospital and the regional hub for the Midland area, serving a population of over a million.

With 722 inpatient beds, 22 operating theatres, and advanced diagnostic facilities, it provides a comprehensive range of tertiary services.

Waikato Hospital is in the heart of Hamilton city, a vibrant and welcoming community with a reasonable cost of living and easy commute. Hamilton is handily located within easy reach of other major cities, including Auckland and Tauranga, making it a great base for exploring New Zealand on weekends and holidays.

The Waikato region offers a vibrant blend of natural beauty, cultural richness, and urban energy. From world-class surf beaches and underground caves to iconic film landscapes, it’s a place of discovery and adventure for all ages.

For more information on living and working in Waikato click here

About You

We’d love to hear from experienced O&G consultants who:

• already hold vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand, or
• may be eligible for an appropriate temporary/locum registration pathway
• enjoy working collaboratively within a busy multidisciplinary service
• could bring their experience to Waikato for a few weeks or a few months.

If you’re already in New Zealand, we'd particularly welcome a conversation about whether you have some availability that could work alongside your other commitments.

And if you’re overseas, this is your opportunity to spend the New Zealand summer in the mighty Waikato.

If the opportunity interests you, let’s have a conversation about what could work.

About Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to providing high-quality healthcare for all New Zealanders, improving access to care and health outcomes, and building a high-performing, inclusive workplace where people can grow, contribute and make a difference for patients, whānau and communities.

We are committed to understanding and applying Te Tiriti o Waitangi in a practical and meaningful way and to improving outcomes for Māori.

How to Apply

Please apply online through our careers portal or for a confidential conversation about the role, New Zealand medical registration or what a short-term move to Waikato could look like, contact: Rachel Spencer, Senior Recruitment Advisor, at Rachel.Spencer@tewhatuora.govt.nz.

Applications will be considered as they are received, so if the timing works for you, we’d encourage you to get in touch.