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Specialist Anaesthetist – Nelson Hospital

• Make a lifestyle choice – live and work in one of New Zealand’s most beautiful regions
• Join a team of talented individuals who work together to make a positive difference
• Permanent position of 0.75 FTE (30 hours per week)

Ngā mōhiohio e pā ana ki tēnei mahi (About this position)

Nelson Marlborough is looking for a Specialist Anaesthetist to join our team. You will join a team of nineteen experienced and supportive SMO colleagues and one ANZCA trainee. You will be working within a secondary care setting participating in the anaesthetic roster, covering: planned care and acute theatre sessions, anaesthesia after-hours on call support, anaesthetic pre-assesment clinics and working as the duty anaesthetist. In this role you will provide support to other departments including: obstetrics and gynaecology, paediatrics, general surgery, orthopaedics, urology, ENT, ophthalmology, dental, mental health and the emergency department. Our department also provides anaesthesia for visiting subspecialty surgeons in paediatric surgery, paediatric orthopaedic surgery, plastics and maxillofacial surgery.

Ko wai he kaitono tōtika? (Who is an appropriate applicant?)

We are looking for a specialist who is ready to bring their skills and experience to a smaller provincial hospital and enjoy the lifestyle that this affords. You will be vocationally registered with the NZ Medical Council and hold Fellowship of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (FANZCA), or equivalent, or be eligible for the same. Postgraduate fellowship training is desirable.
Our success is as a whole. Collegiality and collaboration across all disciplines are key to our delivery of a successful service to our patients and our community. A strong sense of community and belonging is reflected in everything we do. If this sounds like the sort of environment that you will thrive in, then we want to hear from you!
Eligibility for registration can be checked via this link https://www.mcnz.org.nz/registration/getting-registered/tool/

Ngā huanga o tēnei mahi (The benefits of this position)

The salary for this position will be as per the current senior medical and dental officer collective agreement dependent on skills, experience and gaining full vocational registration in NZ. You will also have access to up to ten days CME Leave and an allowance to put towards your continued medical education.

The Nelson/Marlborough region, at the top of the South Island, has a reputation as the Sunshine Capital of New Zealand. There are three large national parks all within 90 minute’s drive. All outdoor pursuits are catered for providing opportunity for mountain biking, tramping, beach and water sports, and skiing and the region is well known for its wineries, art, crafts and relaxed lifestyle. For more information visit https://www.nelsontasman.nz/ and https://marlboroughnz.com/

Ētahi atu mōhiohio (More information)

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC34XErxkHJ5YAn59o6SrhnA

Me pēhea ahau e tono ai? (How do I apply?)

For general enquiries please contact our recruitment team on SMO.Recruitment@nmdhb.govt.nz or +64 3 539 5777.
For role specific information please contact Gillian Champion – Manager Peri-Operative Services on Gillian.Champion@nmdhb.govt.nz or Dr Matt Scott, HOD Anaesthetics on matthew.scott@nmdhb.govt.nz
Keen to apply now, it’s easy. Please fill in our online application form https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz. Application via email is not considered.
Whilst it is no longer mandatory, for the health and safety of staff and patients, employees in this role are expected to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (primary course plus booster).
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Applications close on Friday, 2 February 2024.

Nelson Marlborough Health strongly endorses Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
We believe that to achieve equity in health outcomes for Māori we need a workforce reflective of the population it serves. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who identify as Māori and we recruit for cultural competence.

He waka eke noa. We are all in this together.

 

Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Whatu Ora – Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley District

Location:  Hutt Hospital

Service:    Department of Anaesthesia

Contract:  Permanent, Full time (open to fixed term/part time hours)

Salary:      As per ASMS MECA

Kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role

We are looking for a Consultant Anaesthetist to join our team at Hutt Hospital.

You’ll be responsible for the provision of anaesthetic and intensive care services including day case anaesthetics, theatre sessions, outpatient anaesthetic assessment clinics, critical care and sedation services and acute pain management. Experience in Paediatrics, Intensive Care or Obstetrics anaesthesia is preferred.

You must be highly motivated and enthusiastic and willing to take a lead in quality development and teaching.

Moū – About you

  • Vocationally registered in Anaesthesia with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ)
  • FANZCA or equivalent qualification and be able to register for vocational registration with the MCNZ
  • Work in collaboration with multidisciplinary team
  • Able to provide consistently high standards of medical care
  • Relevant experience and training

E pā ana ki a tatou – About us

Capital, Coast and Hutt Valley district is located centrally in Wellington and has over 6,000 full-time equivalent staff, making us one of the major employers in the Wellington region. We operate three hospitals – Wellington Regional Hospital in Newtown, Hutt Valley Hospital and Kenepuru Hospital in Porirua – as well as the Kāpiti Health Centre at Paraparaumu.

Here at Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley District we embrace diversity and welcome applications from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disability and religions. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and serve our community.

Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley District is a pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.

Me pēhea te tuku tono – How to apply

Click the apply now button to send your application directly to us. For further information on this role please email sandra.tam@ccdhb.org.nz and indicate the job title and vacancy number in the subject line.

We are accepting recruitment agency’s applicants, please submit applications online.

Ma tini, ma mano, ka rapa te whai

By joining together we will succeed

Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi. Engari, he toa takitini.

Success is not the work of one, but the work of many.

Fixed-term or permanent; full-time or part-time

Up to 80 hours per fortnight (1.0 FTE)

Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers Memorial Hospital is searching for consultant anaesthetists to join our cohesive, friendly and supportive team. These are great opportunities to enjoy work and an enviable lifestyle in the wonderful Hawke’s Bay.

The successful candidates would join a team of around 30 anaesthetic SMOs and 11 anaesthesia trainees to enhance the Anaesthetic Department according to their training and experience, and would also participate in the out-of-hours service. We have a collegial work environment with a range of surgical and medical specialties serving a diverse patient population. We are committed to ongoing education and improvement of our service and actively support junior staff and interdisciplinary team education. The Department is approved by ANZCA for two years of vocational training in anaesthesia.

Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital is situated in Hastings on the east coast of the North Island of New Zealand. It is a large, secondary level, 400-bed accredited public facility providing acute and elective care for a region of over 176,000 people. The work of the Department is varied and often challenging.

Hawke’s Bay has experienced significant population growth and demographic changes over the last ten years. A wide range of surgical, medical, oncology and radiological services are offered and we have outgrown many of our facilities and now require considerable expansion. The next few years should be quite exciting! In addition, the private health care sector in Hawke’s Bay is expanding rapidly, there are the opportunities for many health professionals to broaden their practice. Both Royston and Kaweka private hospitals are close proximity to Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldier’s Memorial Hospital.

The successful applicants will possess either FANZCA or an equivalent qualification that would lead to specialist registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand and have an ongoing commitment to providing a top-quality service to our community.

We have no doubt that you would love everything Hawke’s Bay has to offer: the stunning climate and beaches; the wide range of sporting and leisure opportunities; the art, wine, food and culture; and an environment and work/life balance that are second to none. See the Hawke’s Bay region’s website for some facts and photographs.

For further information about the positions please contact:

Dr Allanah Scott
HOD Anaesthetics
Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital
Ph +64 878 8109 ext. 4514
Email: allanah.scott@hawkesbaydhb.govt.nz

To review the position profile click here

Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand, Te Matau a Maui, Hawke’s Bay in general encourages a workforce that is innovative, eager to learn and enhance their skills and is passionate about caring for our community. As part of our team we will support, encourage and help you to develop your career with us.

We are committed to delivering and living our Te Whatu Ora values of He kauanuanu – Respect, Ākina – Improvement, Rāranga te tira – Teamwork and Tauwhiro – Care. You should be someone who has similar personal values.We are proud of our team’s diversity.

We know the strength of a diverse and inclusive workforce helps us achieve the best outcomes for our patients and the communities in which we operate and serve.

Closing date: Thursday, 30 November 2023.

 

Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Whatu Ora – Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley District

Location:  Wellington Regional Hospital, Kenepuru Hospital

Service:    Department of Anaesthesia and Pain Management

Contract:  Full time, Permanent starting February 2024 and fixed term starting asap – Please note your preference on your covering letter

Salary:      As per ASMS MECA

Kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role

The Department of Anaesthesia and Pain Management, Te Whatu Ora – Capital, Coast is seeking applications from Specialist Anaesthetists for a permanent and fixed term vacancies.

Clinical work will encompass anaesthesia for a wide range of surgical specialties, preoperative assessment of patients, involvement in acute postoperative pain management, and participation in an on-call roster. A challenging, tertiary level, case-mix is offered but can be tailored to the individuals past experience and areas of interest.

Te Whatu Ora – Capital, Coast hospitals include Wellington Regional Hospital (servicing a tertiary population of 900,000) and Kenepuru Hospital (a secondary level community hospital). There are a total of 19 operating theatres. Wellington Regional Hospital is one of the newest hospitals in New Zealand and one of 5 tertiary level teaching hospitals in the country. It is a state of the art facility with innovative models of care.

Mō tō mātou rōpū – About our team

The department provides anaesthesia for all surgical specialties with the exception of plastic surgery, paediatric cardiac surgery, and Heart and Lung Transplant Surgery.

The department has an active education programme that includes Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists fellowship training for 20 trainees, continuing education for specialists and participation in an on-site, high-fidelity simulation training suite (The Wellington Regional Centre for Simulation and Skills Education). The research and education centre provides opportunity to pursue research interests. An attractive employment package, including competitive allowances for on-call work and full-time commitment, is available.

Moū – About you

  • Vocationally registered in Anaesthesia with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ)
  • FANZCA or equivalent qualification and be able to register for vocational registration with the MCNZ
  • Work in collaboration with multidisciplinary team
  • Able to provide consistently high standards of medical care
  • Relevant experience and training

E pā ana ki a tatou – About us

Capital, Coast and Hutt Valley district is located centrally in Wellington and has over 6,000 full-time equivalent staff, making us one of the major employers in the Wellington region. We operate three hospitals – Wellington Regional Hospital in Newtown, Hutt Valley Hospital and Kenepuru Hospital in Porirua – as well as the Kāpiti Health Centre at Paraparaumu.

Here at Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley District we embrace diversity and welcome applications from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disability and religions. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and serve our community.

Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley District is a pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.

Me pēhea te tuku tono – How to apply

Click the apply now button to send your application directly to us. For further information on this role please email sandra.tam@ccdhb.org.nz and indicate the job title and vacancy number in the subject line.

Please note, we are not accepting applications via recruitment agencies.  Applications close 30 November 2023.

Ma tini, ma mano, ka rapa te whai

By joining together we will succeed

 

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Requirements for applying for jobs in New Zealand

In New Zealand, all applications to assess international specialist qualifications must be submitted to the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ).

If an application is accepted, the MCNZ will work with the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists who will evaluate the ability of a specialist to practice as an unsupervised specialised anaesthetist at a standard comparable to that required of a Fellow of the College.  Therefore, your first step is to contact MCNZ.

The College also provides information on their website. Learn more at ANZCA.

The New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists (NZSA) represents medically registered Anaesthetists in New Zealand and promotes patient safety. Our mission is to serve our membership through advocacy, education and strengthening the anaesthesia community, and in turn the wellbeing of patients.

We are proud to represent anaesthetists in New Zealand and hope that if you do proceed with New Zealand registration you consider becoming an NZSA member.

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