These positions are in the regional training rotation programme with Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand Auckland Region Districts comprising Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand Te Toka Tumai Auckland, Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand Waitemata and Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand Counties Manukau Districts.
What does Auckland have to offer?
Auckland consistently ranks as one of the most liveable cities in the world with its stunning natural landscapes, mix of cultures and world-class entertainment. Working in the Auckland Region you will have the opportunity to work alongside our passionate and knowledgeable senior clinicians who will provide you with world-class supervision and mentorship.
Haematology Training
Clinical haematology in the Auckland region includes rewarding broad experience both for general medical trainees and those who want to pursue a haematology career. Inpatient and outpatient, cancer and non-malignant diseases, with lots of opportunities to use your general medical skills too.
If you are looking to try a medical specialty which integrates cutting-edge molecular science with lots of patient interaction, haematology may be for you.
Medicine Registrar Runs
Medicine Registrar runs in the Auckland region are six months in length, following which you may rotate into a different run. Example run descriptions for the 2023 training year can be viewed on the Auckland Doctors website. For further information on Advanced Training in New Zealand please visit the RACP website.
There are two types of jobs available:
Advanced Training in Haematology
You will need to have passed the FRACP written exam or be registered to sit the clinical exam for 2023.
These positions will only be offered to those who have passed the clinical exam and completed basic training. For those completing the exam later this year and should you not pass the exam, you will no longer be eligible for the advanced training position and you may be considered for a run allocation.
Eligible for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand. Support and assistance with this process is provided.
In general, you will have completed at least 6 months of clinical haematology before applying.
Six month allocations for those interested in Haematology experience as part of their training in General Medicine or specialty training
Must be at least a Basic Trainee Registrar with the RACP.
Eligible for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand. Support and assistance with this process is provided.
The Auckland Regional Blood and Cancer services at Auckland City Hospital is the largest oncology centre in New Zealand and one of the largest in the Southern Hemisphere providing a tertiary regional service for the greater Auckland region and Northland. Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology and Haematology are encompassed within this service. The Medical Oncology department sees over 3000 new patients a year and delivers over 10000 chemotherapy treatments in the outpatient unit and has a 25 bed inpatient ward, and provides a supportive training environment with excellent learning opportunities for trainees.
Working as a Medical Oncology Advanced Trainee
Within the Medical Oncology Department there are 31 SMOs, 11 Registrars and 1 House Officer. The department is accredited for 7 Advanced Trainee registrar positions for 24 months of core medical oncology, and has a Director of Training overseeing the training programme.
The department works in tumour specific teams with consultants specialising in 1-2 tumour types. Training registrars rotate through these outpatient clinic teams on a 3 monthly basis to cover all major tumour types as well as inpatients and thus gain significant experience in both common and rarer cancers. Registrars will also work with the wider multidisciplinary team, including Radiation Oncologists, Clinical Nurse Specialists, a Clinical Psychologist and Oncology Nurses who attend multi-disciplinary team meetings. Clinical Research is an important part of oncology and we have a large dedicated clinical trials research department which encourages registrar involvement.
There are two types of jobs available:
Advanced Training in Medical Oncology
You will need to have passed the FRACP written and clinical exam.
These positions will only be offered to those who have passed the clinical exam and completed basic training. For those completing the exam later this year and should you not pass the exam, you will no longer be eligible for the advanced training position and you may be considered for a run allocation.
Eligible for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand. Support and assistance with this process is provided.
Six month allocations for those interested in Medical Oncology experience as part of their training in General Medicine or specialty training (no interview)
Must be at least a Basic Trainee Registrar with the RACP, ideal for those with 6 months General Medicine experience.
Eligible for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand. Support and assistance with this process is provided.
Part time and reduced FTE placements will be considered
Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora is committed to seeing Aucklanders from every community and background share in a healthier future. To help us achieve this we need a talented diverse workforce that reflects the population we serve. We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our values and would greatly value seeing applicants from our Maori and Pacific communities.
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