Senior Medical Officer - Gastroenterology at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes, Bay of Plenty

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Tauranga based
• Permanent 0.8 FTE position

About the Role

The Gastroenterology service at Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty provides specialist services to people living across the Bay of Plenty. The service provides ambulatory outpatient clinics at both Tauranga and Whakatane Hospitals, along with participating in the delivery of endoscopy across both sites. In addition, an acute inpatient service is provided at Tauranga Hospital, alongside an after-hours acute endoscopy service.  

The Gastroenterology team includes seven SMOs, advanced training registrar roles, nurse endoscopist and clinical nurse specialists. Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty commenced participation in the National Bowel Screening in 2022 and is continuing to meet national wait time indicators.

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About You

We are looking to recruit an SMO with proficiency in the provision of Gastroenterology specialist care to join our service. The ideal candidate will have experience in delivery of both diagnostic and interventional procedures and enthusiasm to participate in the ongoing development of services for the people of Hauora a Toi. The role will participate in the delivery of education (undergraduate and postgraduate) and contribute to the supervision and development of advanced trainees (including nurse endoscopists).

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 Sunday 4th of October. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Katrina Hughes, BP-Careers@tewhatuora.govt.nz

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