Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist

Whangarei Hospital is seeking a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist to join our team. This is a new full-time (1.0FTE) position joining a team of 7 full-time and 1 part-time consultants.

Te Whatu Ora – Te Tai Tokerau provides public health services across the Northland region, from north of Auckland to Cape Reinga, serving a growing population of more than 190,000. Most secondary services are based at Whangārei Hospital, supported by three rural hospitals in Kaitaia, the Bay of Islands, and Dargaville.

Our department offers a full range of general Obstetrics and Gynaecology services with links to the Auckland district for Gynaecological Oncology, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Tertiary Neonatal Care, and Tertiary Fertility. Each year, there are more than 2000 births in primary and secondary facilities in Northland.

As a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, you will be based at Whangārei Hospital, with visiting services across our three rural hospitals. You will be part of a 1:8 roster covering acute Obstetrics and Gynaecology. You will work alongside a team of House Officers and 1-2 advanced trainees, and you will be highly involved in all acute cases, providing direct hands-on patient care. Every day, you will be motivated and driven to work in the public health sector, bringing a ‘can do' positive attitude.

In return, we can provide a range of hands-on experience in general Obstetrics and Gynaecology, as well as opportunities to develop special interests. Our close-knit department maintains strong collegial relationships, offering plenty of teaching and learning opportunities. Many of our House Officers complete the O&G Diploma, and some join the O&G registrar training programme. We also teach 5th and 6th year medical students from the University of Auckland.

Apart from joining a growing service, you will also live in a beautiful part of New Zealand, known as the “winterless north.” Northland offers great access to kayaking, sailing, surfing, and numerous outdoor pursuits set amongst native bush and beautiful scenery in a warm, sub-tropical climate. Whangārei is a two-hour drive from Auckland, with regular flights to and from Auckland Airport.

Te Whatu Ora – Te Tai Tokerau is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and holds stewardship for equitable health outcomes for Māori as Tāngata Whenua as the highest priority.

To be considered, you must have or be eligible for specialist (or locum tenens) registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand in an Obstetrics & Gynaecology vocational scope of practice. For more information about the MCNZ registration process, please visit .

We offer a competitive relocation package to support you and your family to make the move to Whangārei. If you are currently overseas or not yet registered, we can assist you with the application process to obtain MCNZ registration. Te Whatu Ora – Te Tai Tokerau is also an Approved Accredited Employer by the New Zealand Immigration Service.

To apply , please ensure you submit an application via the online portal below. For assistance with the application process, or for any queries, please contact referencing vacancy number: MD24-025.

Applications Close: 10 December 2024