Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon

• Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty
• Full time (1.0 FTE) – Permanent Position

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, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the Role

An opportunity exists for a full time Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon ideally with an interest in upper limb and deformity correction surgery to join Health New Zealand, Te Whatu Ora, Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty. This role supports the delivery of high-quality Orthopaedic care to the people of the Bay of Plenty across both Tauranga and Whakatāne Hospitals including acute and planned care and on call commitments.

About the Team/Service

The Bay of Plenty Orthopaedic Department offers a comprehensive suite of general and specialised orthopaedic services. The department is staffed by 16 surgeons, 4 SET trainees, 9 pre-SET registrars, and regular fellows. It is supported by a team of house officers and hosts medical students from the University of Auckland.

The department is committed to providing the best possible orthopaedic care to the residents of the Bay of Plenty region. It places a strong emphasis on the delivery of high-quality education and fosters a supportive and collegial work environment.

About you

The ideal applicant will:

• Have Fellowship with the Royal Australasian College of surgeons or equivalent.
• Be eligible for an Annual Practicing Certificate with a vocational scope of Orthopaedic Surgery with the Medical Council of New Zealand.
• Be aligned with the values of the department and be able to work in a professional capacity with their colleagues and wider health care providers.

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

All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by Wednesday 6th of August. If you have any questions about the role, please contact David Bartle at David.Bartle@bopdhb.govt.nz

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

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