Orthopaedic Consultant
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora · 5001+ employees
What the role involves
- Supervising operating lists
- Leading ward rounds
- Undertaking elective surgery
What they ask for
Must hold or be eligible for specialist (or locum tenens) registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand in Orthopaedic Surgery vocational scope; travel to rural hospitals required.
- Professional licence or registration
About the job
- Permanent, part-time position (0.8 FTE)
- Based in Whangārei Hospital, with travel to rural hospitals as required
- Join a supportive and collegial Orthopaedic Department
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 are seeking an experienced Orthopaedic Consultant to join the Orthopaedic Service at Whangārei Hospital. This is a permanent, role based in Whangārei Hospital, with travel as required to hospitals across the mid and far north regions.
The role includes supervising acute operating lists; leading ward rounds and clinics; undertaking elective operating, particularly arthroplasty, with scope to align work to your interests and skill set; participating in the SMO on-call roster; and contributing to audit, teaching, research and continuing professional development.
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About the Team/Service/ Location
You will join a well-supported, collegial department alongside nine other Senior Consultants, eight Registrars, including three Trainees, and four House Officers.
Northland offers a warm climate and scenic coastal areas with a wide range of recreational activities, with Whangārei being approximately a two-hour drive or 25-minute flight from Auckland. 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 in an Orthopaedic Surgery vocational scope of practice.
If you are overseas or not yet registered in New Zealand, our team can provide guidance on the MCNZ registration process. Further information is available on the Medical Council of New Zealand website www.mcnz.org.nz
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. If you have any questions about the role, please contact the Recruitment Team on nl-smo.jobs@tewhatuora.govt.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
Job Details
Job: Orthopaedics
Primary Location: NTL-Whangarei
Unposting Date: Ongoing