Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist

Te Whatu Ora- Health New Zealand, Nelson Marlborough seeks a senior Obstetrician & Gynaecologist to join the Surgical Department at Wairau Hospital, Blenheim in April 2024.

• Permanent 0.6 FTE (48 hours a fortnight)
• Be part of a dynamic team
• 1 : 4 on-call
• Great opportunity for private practice

Ngā mōhiohio e pā ana ki tēnei mahi (About this position)

• Deliver quality services to improve health and well-being of the female population in Marlborough region.
• Participate in the O&G 1 : 4 not onerous on-call roster.
• Join a close-knit team of three New Zealand-trained specialists.
• Teach and develop our junior O&G team.
• Engage with different primary birthing units in the region.
• Achieve work/life balance and enjoy one of New Zealand’s most sought-after regions.

Ko wai he kaitono tōtika? (Who is an appropriate applicant?)

• Bring Obstetrics and Gynaecology expertise to contribute to the advanced treatment and medical care of female patients.
• Experience in advanced laparoscopic surgery, urogynaecological surgery, and management experience.
• Competent in general Obstetrics and Gynaecology, supported by colleagues.
• Hold or be eligible for C-QuiP certification for colposcopy.
• Hold FRANZCOG or equivalent post graduate qualification in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
• Be eligible for an Annual Practising Certificate and vocational scope of Obstetrics and Gynaecology with the Medical Council of New Zealand.

Collegiality and collaboration across all disciplines are key to our delivery of a successful service to our patients and our community.

If this sounds like the sort of environment that you will thrive in, then we want to hear from you

Ngā huanga o tēnei mahi (The benefits of this position)

• Receive a generous annual allowance for continued medical education expenses.
• Access to an employer matched Superannuation contribution of up to 6% of annual earnings.
• Reimbursement for competitive relocation, accommodation, and car rental expenses (conditions apply).

This is an incredible region of Aotearoa - New Zealand with a lovely climate boasting some of the highest annual sunshine hours year after year.

Blenheim offers all the attraction and convenience one would expect with close proximity to the Marlborough Sounds and National Parks.

Marlborough offers a friendly and safe community to raise a family and enjoy kiwilife at its best.

The region offers endless opportunities for walking, hiking, water sports, and skiing, as well as award-winning wineries and local theatre.

Ā mātou rōpū (About our team)

Te Whatu Ora- Health New Zealand, Nelson Marlborough is the main health provider for the region serving a population of approximately 150,000.

Nearly 3,000 strong, we are the largest employer in the region. Our main locations are Nelson and Wairau Hospitals.

The Obstetrics and Gynaecology department at Wairau hospital, Blenheim has approximately 500 deliveries per annum, with the majority being cared for by the excellent midwifery team.

In addition, there is ready access for advice and transfer of care from the tertiary services in Christchurch and Wellington.

Ētahi atu mōhiohio (More Information)