General Surgeon

6 days ago

Gisborne, Gisborne, New Zealand Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Full time NZ$120,000 - NZ$200,000 per year

Permanent | Full-Time | Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora


A career and lifestyle in harmony

Gisborne Hospital, on the stunning East Coast of New Zealand's North Island, offers a rare opportunity to combine meaningful work with an exceptional lifestyle. Enjoy a warm climate, friendly community, excellent schools, and affordable living — all in a breathtaking coastal setting.

The Role

We are seeking a
Consultant General Surgeon
with broad general surgery and
endoscopy
experience. Skills (or an interest in developing skills) in
vascular, urological, breast, and paediatric surgery
are highly valued.

You'll provide high-quality, patient-centred care in one of New Zealand's most culturally diverse communities — where teamwork, respect, and cultural understanding guide everything we do.

You'll Bring

  • Vocational registration (or eligibility) with the
    Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ)
  • FRACS
    or an equivalent qualification recognised by MCNZ and the relevant Conjoint Committee
  • Experience or willingness to develop competence in
    Breast Surgery

Why Gisborne Hospital?

  • Diverse caseload in a smaller, supportive hospital
  • Strong team culture and professional development opportunities
  • A truly enviable coastal lifestyle

Who We Are

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora
is committed to equitable, high-quality healthcare for all. We celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applicants from our
Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities
.

Apply Now

Apply online via our
careers portal
, or contact

for more information or agency submissions.


Applications are reviewed as received – recruitment may proceed before the closing date.

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