Otolaryngologist, ENT Specialist at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Lakes, Bay of Plenty

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Otorhinolaryngologist, ENT Consultant, Rotorua Hospital, Health New Zealand Lakes

• We have a team of three consultants, and with one consultant leaving, we have a position available to start in June 2026.
• Come join the well -established team with a focus on quality and caring for the Lakes community.
• Come work in the Mountain Biking Capital of New Zealand!

About the Role

• This is a full time roll made up of Six clinical sessions per week i.e 2 operating half days and four half day outpatient clinic. 
• There are multiple opportunities for teaching junior staff and participating in internal education sessions.
• The operating theatre has been refurbished and there are plans to extend our number of theatres in the near future. There is very good collegial support within the department and across all services.

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About the Team/Service/Location

• We run 2 sites one in Taupō and the other based at Rotorua hospital. At this point in the department, we only provide out patient’s services at our Taupō Campus. 
• 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 becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. 
• As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, free staff parking, free flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to the Employee Assistance Program.

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About You

• Focused on delivering high Quality care
• A Team player
• Works well in a team
• Enjoy teaching of resident medical officers and students

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 the 26th of September 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Sarah Gray, Medical Staff Recruiter