Obstetrics and Gynaecology Consultant at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Te Matau a Māui Hawke's Bay, Hawkes Bay

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldier’s Hospital, Obstetrics and Gynaecology
• Permanent, Part-time 68 hours per fortnight (0.85 FTE)
• Why work anywhere else!

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 a dynamic Obstetrician & Gynaecologist to join the team of eight SMOS at Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand, Te Matau a Māui Hawke's Bay.

The successful applicant will be expected to provide consultant led antenatal, gynaecology and colposcopy clinic services as well as working in Maternity, the surgical wards, operating theatre, early pregnancy clinic and the emergency department. There will also be a requirement to provide outlying clinics and support of the Wairoa rural maternity unit.

On Call duties include responsibility for labour and birthing, acute antenatal and gynaecological assessments and admissions and responsibility of all inpatient acute or from elective surgery after hours.

Day to day supervision of junior medical staff is required with registrars and SHOs and final year medical students working within the unit and there is the expectation to pick up a role as supervisor of training for some of these junior doctors.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital is a cohesive, dynamic campus located in Hastings. . There is a skill mix within the existing consultant group which allows for development of a number of areas of interest within the specialty.

Hawke’s Bay is a teaching hospital with RANZCOG training accreditation. The maternity service provides care for approximately 2,000 births per annum with the support of a level 2+ SCBU we continue to care for women over 28 weeks gestation with babies over 1 kg locally. We are engaged with the Ontrack national research network and have been involved in clinical trials. Alongside an established midwifery quality and safety team we strive to continue to improve maternity care.

This appointment offers opportunity for a very interesting Obstetric and Gynaecological practice within a supportive and functional group of Specialists; all of this within an environment that demands a balanced lifestyle.

Hawke’s Bay offers excellent work-life balance, sun, beaches, exceptional outdoor adventures, great schools, mountains and skiing close by, wonderful food and stunning wineries, vibrant cities and plenty more to boast about. For more information on living and working in Hawke’s Bay click HERE

About you

You will require prior experience as a Consultant, Fellow or Senior Registrar, be accredited by RANZCOG and hold registration (or be eligible for registration) as a specialist obstetrician and gynaecologist with the Medical Council of New Zealand. You will need to be certified to provide colposcopy services.

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 review the position profile, click HERE 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 Dr Kirsten Gaerty via email on kirsten.gaerty@hbdhb.govt.nz

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