Dermatologist- Waikato Hospital at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waikato, Waikato

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Waikato Hospital, Hamilton, New Zealand

Permanent Part Time

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

Applications are invited for a Specialist Dermatology Physician to work part time, FTE flexible.  The successful appointee should have a broad range of dermatology experience and training to care for adult patients.  

The position involves the supervision of advanced trainees (dermatology registrars), Dermatology Nurses, and medical students from the University of Auckland and elsewhere. This challenging role demands outstanding professional skills and commitment to the specialty. 

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About the Team/Service

The current Dermatology team comprises five dermatologists and three registrars (Advanced Trainees in Dermatology, Royal Australasian College of Physicians).  Predominantly an outpatient service for patients with severe inflammatory skin diseases, we offer adult medical, paediatric, and subspecialty clinics, phototherapy, patch testing, medial laser service and minor surgical procedures. We receive more than 700 referrals each month, most of which are provided with Advice and Guidance (Teledermatology and Teledermoscopy). Team members are expected to conduct quality assurance, medical audits and research projects.  

About You

Required skills and experience you will need to be considers for this role are:

• Training and postgraduate qualifications as a Dermatologist

• Additional training and experience in Paediatric Dermatology is an advantage

• Vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand as a Dermatologist or be eligible to apply for Provisional Vocational Registration as a Dermatologist.

• Knowledge and understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth.

   

   

  The appointee will be involved in teaching, continuing medical education, and quality improvement.  A commitment to customer focus, service development and teamwork is essential.

How to Apply

To apply please click Apply online or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal.   The position will remain open until filled.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Dr Karen Koch at Karen.Koch@waikatodhb.health.nz

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