Job Description - Specialist Obstetrician & Gynaecologist (HAU02133)
Vacancy No:HAU02133
Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist - Permanent and Fixed Term positions available! ABOUT THE ROLE Obstetricians and Gynaecologists at Hauora Tairawhiti make a difference in a small community, see unbelievable pathology, value quality over profits, and have a great work-life balance.
The O&G service at Tairawhiti is a small, dynamic team looking to employ a suitably qualified O&G specialist to join the service. This role will work collaboratively and cohesively with the other team members to provide effective services for the Tairawhiti region.
The Department is hospital-based and provides a mix of inpatient, emergency, and outpatient services for a community of approximately 50,000 people, with approximately 700 births per year.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Candidates applying for this position are expected to have a general scope of O&G skills including:
Obstetrics: clinical expertise in the management of antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care of obstetric patients with moderate levels of complexity including medical complications, abnormal labours, and operative deliveries.Gynaecology: colposcopy, LLETZ procedure, laparoscopic surgery, and pelvic organ prolapse repair.We are looking for applicants who are keen to work in partnership with our Head of Department and other team members to develop our O&G services and work on continuous improvement within our Department.
Time is split with 70% clinical responsibilities and 30% non-clinical.
It is expected that you will also participate in the on average 1:4 or 1:5 (but can be 1:3 when necessary for internal cover) on-call roster covering maternity, acute gynaecology admissions, and gynaecology inpatients.
Applicants must have Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) Vocational registration in the Scope of Practice of Obstetrics and Gynaecology or be an overseas trained Obstetrician and Gynaecologist eligible for MCNZ Provisional Vocational registration under the supervision pathway in the Scope of Practice of Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
ABOUT OUR ORGANISATION AND GEOGRAPHICAL AREA Patients in Tairawhiti are chronically underserved and qualified medical professionals have a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in this community while enjoying an excellent work-life balance in a beautiful coastal setting. Gisborne Hospital is the base hospital for the wide geographical area, Tairawhiti, extending up the East Cape of New Zealand, creating enormous scope and variety in the work available to an enthusiastic and skilled obstetrician and gynaecologist. Recognized as an ideal place to raise a family, Gisborne is a relaxed city offering access to outstanding leisure pursuits and a caring, safe community. The city has superb outdoor facilities, golden beaches, a warm climate, and a vibrant local economy based on wineries, agriculture, surfing, and tourism.
HOW TO APPLY Applications will not be accepted via email. All candidates applying for any of our current vacancies must complete an online Hauora Tairawhiti application form by clicking the 'Apply Now' button.
Please ensure your uploaded CV and cover letter are in either Word or PDF format. For further information on this role, please email Sean Pocock at ****** or Nicki Dever at ****** and indicate the vacancy number (HAU02133) and job title in the subject line.
Please be advised there are full-time opportunities available if this is your preference.
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