Radiologist at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Tairawhiti, Gisborne Radiologists at Te Whatu Ora Tairawhiti make a difference in a small community, staff a modern radiology department, see unbelievable pathology, value quality over profits, and have a great work-life balance.The radiology service at Te Whatu Ora Tairawhiti is a small, dynamic team looking to employ a suitably qualified Radiologist. This role will work collaboratively and cohesively with the radiology team to provide effective services for the Tairawhiti region.Applicants are expected to have a general scope of radiologist skills including ultrasound, MRI, and CT. The Department is hospital-based and provides a mix of inpatient, emergency, and outpatient imaging for a community of approximately 47,000 people. Time is split with 70% clinical responsibilities and 30% non-clinical. It is expected that you will also participate in the on-call roster which is currently an 'at home call' one in four nights.Day-to-day responsibilities include interpreting exams, triaging and protocoling imaging requests, consulting with referring clinicians, and supporting the radiology technology staff. Light intervention and mammography are optional. There are opportunities to teach local medical and surgical house officers as well as radiology registrars within the Midlands Region.We are looking to receive applications from people who are keen to work in partnership with our Head of Department and other team members to develop new imaging services and work on continuous improvement within our Radiology Department.The successful candidate will have the opportunity to be part of a new era at Gisborne Hospital with the commencement of a state-of-the-art medical imaging research centre based at the hospital. The Matai Medical Research Institute centre focuses on mild traumatic brain injury, among other things, and could make Gisborne a world-leading centre in MRI.To be successful you must have the following Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) Vocational registration in the Scope of Practice of Diagnostic and interventional radiology or be an overseas trained Radiologist eligible for MCNZ registration under the Special Scope of Practice Locum Tenens category.Situated on the eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, Gisborne "Tairawhiti" – "The light shines on the water" is the first city in the world to see the rising sun of the new day. Our region offers vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands, with significant historical landmarks, natural wonders, and a deep connection to Maori culture. We enjoy a pleasant climate, short commutes, and a relaxed approach that creates a work-life offering that is enviable to most that are not yet here.Te Whatu Ora Tairawhiti works to increase collaboration, strengthen leadership and accountability, and improve equity of access and outcomes across the health service. We're shifting the emphasis towards primary and community care allowing more people to be cared for close to home, and take a greater role in their own health and wellbeing.Our values form the acronym WAKA. They reflect our voyaging heritage, guiding us on our journey to create a healthier Tairawhiti by working together.Whakarangatira/enrich - Enriching the health of our community by doing our very best.Awhi/support - Supporting our turoro/patients, their whanau/families, our community partners, and each other.Kotahitanga/togetherness - Together we can achieve more.Aroha/compassion - Empathy, we care for people and people want to be cared for by us.Me pehea te tuku tono - How to ApplyTo complete an application please use the "apply now" link provided which will redirect you through our online careers portal. For successful applicants, our mandatory process includes police vetting and health screening.Te Whatu Ora Tairawhiti is committed to improving Maori health outcomes and achieving health equity for Maori through Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations. We aspire to having a workforce reflective of the communities we serve and achieving equitable outcomes for all.It is desirable that new employees of Te Whatu Ora are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.For further information on this role, please email Dan Cornfeld at ******, Debbie Cordiner at ****** or Carl McDonald at ****** and please indicate the vacancy number (HAU00613) and job title in the subject line.Employer: Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand TairawhitiNote: You may be redirected to the employer's careers website.
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