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Salary: Upwards from NZD 240,000 plus additional allowances (ASMS MECA 2024 (NZD 185,380 - 267,980))Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders.
Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whanau-centred care, and excellence.About usWe are expanding our Queenstown Lakes site and looking to have an onsite Consultant Radiologist.Our Queenstown Lakes District has a permanent, rapidly growing, population of around 30,000 and a large visitor population.
The Lakes District Hospital consists of twelve (12) General Medical beds, five Maternity beds, Emergency Department and a small out-patient department.
We have an onsite Radiology unit, including a CT Scanner.
Patients who require urgent specialist care are transferred by road or helicopter to Invercargill or Dunedin.
We work closely with St Johns, the Otago Trust Rescue Helicopter and the Dunedin ICU Retrieval service to navigate patient transfers.Our District Radiology Service offers a full range of imaging modalities based on a digital RIS / PACS systems.
Across the district we offer MRI, Interventional, CT and ultrasound; however, we do not offer mammography services.The vacancy in Queenstown requires a Radiologist with a general scope of skills, who can triage, protocol and report CT and X-ray studies.
As the sole Radiologist on-site, you would be expected to work closely with the ED department and all the Radiology staff.
Working with a strong regional MDT team, you will be supported by the team in Southland and Dunedin.
There would be scope for the successful person to regularly work in Southland to do fluoroscopy, US and MRI reporting/lists, and US/CT-guided interventional procedures.
You'll also have the opportunity to take a break from home as you join our closest geographical secondary Hospital, Southland, providing assistance with their 1:4 on-call roster, covering both Lakes and Southland districts.
There are plenty of opportunities to join in regular meetings linking with one of the base hospitals or participate in regional MDMs.Part-time applicants and requests for flexibility would be considered.
However, at the present time, all colleagues (including part-time ones) undertake a full share of call duties which are compensated in addition to the base salary.As a team who prides ourselves in the work we do, and the care provided to our patients, quality is at the centre of our service and there is an expectation that you will participate in quality initiatives as part of your role.As an outstanding team player, you'll have the energy to work independently and foster a positive experience with both patients and colleagues servicing the Lakes Queenstown community.
In addition to enjoying a challenging and varied workload, you can look forward to a competitive pay rate and a culture where staff are included, valued and respected for their expertise.You must be FRANZCR qualified (or equivalent) and hold, or be eligible for, vocational registration with Medical Council of NZ.
If you are an international candidate, you can be considered for this role under the condition that you are eligible for vocational registration with the MCNZ.
International applicants who are successful would need to be based in Southland initially in order to meet and complete a period of supervision as determined by Medical Council of New Zealand.You will also need:Competency with te ao Maori, tikanga, and te reo Maori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth.Experience in projects/initiatives which give effect to Te Tiriti principles and frameworks, and the application of Matauranga Maori and Kaupapa Maori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settings.Working for Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellness'.
We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.
The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work.
It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.Our people are at the heart of everything we do.
Health New Zealand is committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion:We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us.
Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment.
If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whanau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering), we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.Are you looking for a chance to secure a balanced lifestyle?
Queenstown needs no introduction; whatever your interest or preferred pastime, you will find the opportunity to indulge it here.
As the South Island hub for adventure-seekers, we are located closely to some of New Zealand's most stunning national parks, renowned vineyards and numerous ski fields, offering you the best of both worlds not to mention work-life balance.
We look forward to having you with our teamSalary rangeThis role belongs to the ASMS Collective Agreement and falls between Step 1 ($185,380) and Step 15 ($267,980 per annum pro rata).How to applyTo view the position description and/or apply for the role please click 'apply now'.
All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 21 February 2025.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Agatha Chen, Recruitment Advisor - Senior Medical Officers at ****** note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.In the interests of protecting our people and our patients, all appointments will be subject to the following:Occupational health assessmentPolice vetting/Ministry of Justice safety checksSerious misconduct checks (previous Public Service departments and statutory Crown entities only)Job detailsJob Reference: SOUT10066Location: South Island - Otago - QueenstownJob type: Permanent Full timeExpertise: Clinical - Senior Medical Officers, Medical Officers and Fellows - Radiology
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