Senior Medical Officer - Obstetrics & Gynaecology - Fixed Term
Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Waikato Hospital - Hamilton, New Zealand
- Fixed Term - Full time – 40 hours per week (Commencing 14 April 2025 for a period of three months)
- Salary details: as per ASMS MECA
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
- Be part of the national transformation in health
- Be part of a high performing Women’s and Children’s Health whanau
- Supportive multi-disciplinary team environment
We are seeking an enthusiastic candidate to join our dedicated team in Women’s and Children’s Health. A commitment to patient centred care and multi-disciplinary team-work is essential. Applicants must be both flexible in their approach and be willing to contribute positively to the service with particular focus on elective services. The applicant must be eligible for medical registration in New Zealand.
Key responsibilities of the role:
- Ward rounds and ward work
- Outpatient clinics
- Pre-theatre assessments and operation lists
- On-call duties
- Multi-disciplinary meetings, case conferences and reviews
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About the Team/Service
At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Waikato we have been on an incredible journey to become the best Women’s and Children’s Health Service in New Zealand. We want you to join us as a Senior Medical officer to further improve our high performing service. Every day you will have the chance to improve the health outcomes of our wahine and pepi/ tamariki and whanau, while developing your skills and expertise along the way. We are offering you the opportunity to balance a rewarding career with the great lifestyle you have always dreamed about.
About Hamilton
Waikato Hospital is a major regional hospital in Hamilton and is a leading tertiary teaching hospital located in Hamilton, New Zealand, serving as the regional hub for the Midland area, which includes the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Lakes, Tairawhiti, and Taranaki districts. With around 722 inpatient beds, 22 operating theatres, and a dedicated outpatient clinic and procedure centre, Waikato Hospital provides comprehensive hospital services, including radiology, laboratory, and pharmacy. As a major teaching hospital with affiliations to the University of Auckland, University of Waikato, and Wintec, it offers a dynamic learning environment and access to research opportunities. The hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities located on the Waiora Waikato Hospital Campus, with both road and air ambulance support.
Hamilton, where Waikato Hospital is situated, is a vibrant city nestled alongside the scenic Waikato River, offering a perfect mix of nature and culture. Explore the stunning Hamilton Gardens, home to themed gardens from Italy to Asia, or visit the Waikato Museum to delve into the region's rich history. The city also boasts the Hamilton Zoo, where you can walk through an aviary filled with native birds. Hamilton is a lively hub, with a variety of cafes, restaurants, and bars, along with events like rugby, cricket, and the famous National Agricultural Fieldays and Balloons over Waikato festival. With its vibrant atmosphere and proximity to outdoor adventures, Hamilton is an ideal place to live and work.
For more information on living and working in Waikato click here
About you
Skills and experience you’ll need to be considered for the role:
- Vocational registration in a Obstetrics and Gynaecology speciality
- Registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand with scope of practice
- A practising certificate with the Medical Council of New Zealand
- Professional indemnity insurance
- Satisfactory check as per the Children’s Act
- Experience in building and sustaining collaborative working relationships in a high-pressure environment to enable and deliver effective change management.
- Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, including the capacity to negotiate, resolve conflict and positively influence and motivate others
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 online” or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.
All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Operations Coordinator - Women's and Children's Health - Rachel.Posselt@waikatodhb.health.nz