General Surgeon - Tauranga Hospital at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes, Bay of Plenty

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Permanent part-time position
• Based at Tauranga Hospital
• Outreach Clinic and Theatre at Whakatane Hospital

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

An opportunity exists for a part-time Specialist Oncoplastic Breast and General Surgeon to join the General Surgery team at Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty. 

This position is based at Tauranga Hospital with a commitment to supporting services across the Bay of Plenty with outreach clinics and theatre at Whakatane Hospital. This is a 0.72FTE position however additional hours could be available for the right candidate.

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About the Team/Service/Location

Our General Surgery team consists of 10 Consultant General Surgeons, 1 Breast Fellow, 3 SET Trainees and 8 non-training Registrars. The breast team works closely with the Plastic Surgery Service, consisting of 2 Plastic Surgeons.

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About you

We are seeking a specialist who is keen to join our team in a mixed generalist and Oncoplastic Breast role. The position involves delivering acute and elective services, contributing to teaching and mentoring junior staff, and undertaking associated administrative responsibilities.

This position includes participating equally in the after-hours roster for General Surgery.

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 Friday 29 May 2026. 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.