Provisional Fellow - Anaesthesia Fellowship 2027 at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury, Christchurch

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Provisional Fellow - Anaesthesia Fellowship 2027
Christchurch Hospital, Canterbury | Fixed Term, Full Time (1.157 FTE)

Advance your anaesthesia career in one of New Zealand's most sought-after fellowship programmes. Join a high-performing department with strong subspecialty exposure, structured supervision, and genuine academic opportunity.

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

This highly regarded Provisional Fellow position within the Department of Anaesthesia at Christchurch Hospital offers an exceptional opportunity to consolidate your specialist training in a large tertiary centre.

As a Provisional Fellow, you will provide comprehensive anaesthesia services across elective and acute settings, including:

• Anaesthesia for surgical and procedural lists
• Acute and after-hours anaesthesia services
• Obstetric anaesthesia
• Acute Pain Management Service
• Pre-admission clinic assessments
• Supervision of anaesthetic registrars and SHOs

You will participate in a structured 5-week rotating roster (average 46.28 hours per week), incorporating elective lists, evening acute sessions, non-clinical time, teaching, and weekend/public holiday service requirements.

This role offers significant exposure to complex tertiary caseloads, the opportunity to work closely with specialist anaesthetists in agreed areas of interest, and active involvement in teaching, quality improvement, and biomedical research.

About the Team/Service/Location

The Department of Anaesthesia at Christchurch Hospital is one of the largest and busiest in Aotearoa New Zealand, delivering services across multiple anaesthetising locations. The team provides elective and acute care, obstetric services, and a comprehensive Acute Pain Management Service, with strong links to the University of Otago and the Christchurch School of Medicine.

Located in Christchurch, you will enjoy a vibrant city offering world-class outdoor recreation, easy access to mountains and beaches, and a strong caf and cultural scene, all within a supportive and collegial professional environment.

About You

As a Provisional Fellow in Anaesthesia, you will bring:

• FANZCA Part Two (or equivalent recognised qualification)
• Completion of ANZCA requirements to commence a Provisional Fellowship year (or minimum four years' equivalent registrar-level training for non-ANZCA trainees)
• Current Annual Practising Certificate and Medical Indemnity Insurance
• Ability to manage a high-acuity workload and prioritise effectively
• A collaborative, team-focused approach with excellent communication skills
• Commitment to teaching, clinical excellence, and ongoing professional development

You will demonstrate empathy, professionalism, adaptability, and a strong commitment to patient-centred care.

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 serve our communities. 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 clinical questions about the role, please contact Dr Patrick Mckendry Patrick.Mckendry@cdhb.health.nz or Amy.Walker@tewhatuora.govt.nz for information about the recruitment process.

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

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.