Radiation Oncologist

Are you a Radiation Oncologist looking for a new opportunity? Then, Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua | MidCentral may be the place for youAbout the role and team:We are dedicated to providing international best practice in the field of radiation therapy using state-of-the-art technology. The department has a wide-bore CT-simulator, 3 Varian Truebeam linear accelerators each with a six degrees of freedom couch, 1 Siemens multi-modality linear accelerator due to be replaced with a Varian Truebeam in the near future, and a superficial X-ray unit. The department uses RayStation treatment planning system and MOSAIQ patient management system. There are well-established and accredited IMRT, VMAT, DIBH, IGRT, and SBRT programs. Our department is the first in New Zealand to be developing satellite radiation treatment units in our region (Hawke's Bay and Taranaki) which will be operational in the next few years to ensure our patients can access radiation treatment as close to home as possible.You will be part of a team of Radiation Oncologists with a variety of specialist interests in all adult malignancies. The department requires the applicant to work as a general Radiation Oncologist, although there are opportunities to develop an area of subspecialty cancer interest.We actively encourage a work-life balance and appreciate flexibility can be important, so we are open to discussing options Whether you are looking for permanent, fixed-term, or part-time positions, we are open to it – please reach out for a confidential chat.The department is well supported with currently 3 registrars in training posts which will increase to 4 later this year, specialist nursing staff, and a psycho-oncology service. We practice in collegial partnership with Medical Oncologists, Haematologists, and Palliative Care Physicians. There is a strong culture of multidisciplinary meetings and an active clinical trials portfolio.The Regional Cancer Treatment Service covers a wider area including Hawke's Bay, Whanganui, Wairarapa, and Taranaki with a total population of over 600,000. The Regional Service includes Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, and Haematology. Some travel is required in order to service the region, and we regularly utilise telehealth to support our regional work.About our organisation:Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua – MidCentral is a 350-bed hospital in the city of Palmerston North, Manawatu, a city in the Lower North Island of New Zealand. Palmerston North Hospital is a secondary hospital and offers most medical and surgical specialties with the exception of Cardiothoracic, Plastic, and Neurosurgery. Employing over 2500 people, MidCentral offers a supportive work environment that accepts and values all employees. We actively seek Maori kaimahi into our workforce and provide an environment which delivers our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.What can we offer you?Real work-life balanceA diverse, dynamic, and collegial team environmentOngoing training and development opportunitiesSix weeks annual leave per annum10 paid days per annum available for continued medical education including a generous allowance towards costs of course and travelGenerous relocation packages for national and international candidatesAbout our region:Manawatu is known for its effortless blend of city and rural living; here you can choose your ideal lifestyle, from peaceful rural villages to bustling townships, or city life. The region includes the charming towns of Feilding, Kimbolton, Apiti, Himatangi Beach, Linton, and Ashhurst to name a few, and at the centre of it all is the city of Palmerston North, the lively, multi-cultural heart of Manawatu. Over 120,000 people choose to call Manawatu home, and with a diverse landscape like this, it's easy to see whyIt's a family-friendly place that's easy to live and work, with easy access to an array of outdoor activities – beaches, ski fields, lakes, mountains, as well as fantastic mountain biking and hiking tracks. No traffic and an easy commute to work really help with true work-life balance. Our fantastic central location means exploring other parts of New Zealand is easy with a drive or a short flight. We are well served with excellent schooling options, as well as two tertiary institutes – Massey University and the International Pacific College.Applicants should be eligible for vocational registration in Radiation Oncology with the Medical Council of New Zealand.Reach out for a chat You can connect with our Medical Lead Dr Claire Hardie or Recruitment Specialist Maree Loynes.
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