Anaesthetic Senior Medical Officer

2 weeks ago

Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Waitemata District Health Board Full time

Job Description - Anaesthetic Senior Medical Officer (WAI29122)

Anaesthetic Senior Medical Officer

Job Number

WAI29122

  • Fixed Term Full time - 50 hours per week rostered and Fixed Term Part time rostered available

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

Applications are invited from Specialist Anaesthetists to join our team as we undergo service expansion to meet rising demand. We are looking for enthusiastic Anaesthetists with a commitment to a team-based approach in anaesthesia and surgery. The position is based in Hamilton.

  • Contribute actively and positively towards excellence in teamwork, clinical care, teaching and research
  • Provide comprehensive Anaesthesia services, including acute pain and perioperative services to elective and emergency patients within both Waikato and Thames Hospitals
  • Participate in an on-call roster
  • Model a high degree of professionalism in day-to-day work

About the Team/Service

Anaesthesia in Waikato has a strong track record in teaching, continuing medical education and research, and aims to be a centre of anaesthetic excellence in New Zealand. We have a strong reputation as an exceptionally cohesive team, which is the reason that we have engaged and happy Anaesthetists who stay. We pride ourselves on our culture of teamwork and collaboration. If you are a team player who gives as much to your colleagues as to your patients, this opportunity may be the right fit for you.

About Hamilton

Waikato Hospital is a major regional hospital in Hamilton and is a leading tertiary teaching hospital located in Hamilton, New Zealand, serving as the regional hub for the Midland area, which includes the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Lakes, Tairawhiti, and Taranaki districts. With around 722 inpatient beds, 22 operating theatres, and a dedicated outpatient clinic and procedure centre, Waikato Hospital provides comprehensive hospital services, including radiology, laboratory, and pharmacy. As a major teaching hospital with affiliations to the University of Auckland, University of Waikato, and Wintec, it offers a dynamic learning environment and access to research opportunities. The hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities located on the Waiora Waikato Hospital Campus, with both road and air ambulance support.

Hamilton, where Waikato Hospital is situated, is a vibrant city nestled alongside the scenic Waikato River, offering a perfect mix of nature and culture. Explore the stunning Hamilton Gardens, home to themed gardens from Italy to Asia, or visit the Waikato Museum to delve into the region's rich history. The city also boasts the Hamilton Zoo, where you can walk through an aviary filled with native birds. Hamilton is a lively hub, with a variety of cafes, restaurants, and bars, along with events like rugby, cricket, and the famous National Agricultural Fieldays and Balloons over Waikato festival. With its vibrant atmosphere and proximity to outdoor adventures, Hamilton is an ideal place to live and work.

About you

  • Fellowship of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (preferred) or equivalent. Applications will be considered from candidates who are expecting to be awarded their fellowship in the near future.
  • Eligible for Vocational Registration as a Specialist Anaesthetist with the Medical Council of New Zealand.
  • Demonstrate recent clinical experience in Anaesthesia comparable to contemporary Australasian practice.
  • Competence in providing Anaesthetic services for healthy children > 24 months.
  • Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Demonstrate an ability to work effectively and constructively as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide leadership of a team.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click "Apply online " or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here. All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal before 11:59 pm on 25 April 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Kate Johnson at

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

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