- Orthopaedic Surgeon
- Health New Zealand I Te Whatu Ora - Taranaki Hospital
- 12-Month Fixed Term Contract
- An exciting opportunity to bring your surgical expertise to a beautiful region with an unbeatable lifestyle.
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
The successful candidate will:
- Provide comprehensive orthopaedic care; including consultation, diagnosis and management of general orthopaedic, trauma and arthroplasty patients.
- Perform surgical interventions with precision and a commitment to patient safety.
- Participate in the on-call roster to manage acute orthopaedic emergencies.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualised care plans.
- Engage in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the department's clinical governance.
- Provide teaching and mentorship to junior doctors and medical students.
- Stay up to date with advancements in orthopaedic care and bring innovative practices to the department.
About the Team/Service/ Location
Our orthopaedic team offers a mix of elective and acute orthopaedic surgery. Our team fosters a supportive and collaborative environment, with an emphasis on continuous professional development, teaching, and multidisciplinary care.
Our service is supported by a team of orthopaedic surgeons, registrars, house officers, , physiotherapists, and anaesthetic and theatre teams committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care.
Taranaki Hospital is seeking a dedicated and experienced Orthopaedic Surgeon to join our dynamic and collaborative team. Taranaki Base Hospital is a secondary level facility, with modern infrastructure and opportunities to contribute to ongoing clinical service development.
About you
The ideal applicant will have:
- Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of Surgeons or equivalent.
- Eligible for an Annual Practising Certificate with a vocational scope of Orthopaedic Surgery with the Medical Council of New Zealand.
- Proven expertise in both trauma and elective orthopaedic procedures.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to foster strong relationships with patients and colleagues.
- Commitment to teamwork, patient-centred care, and continuous professional development.
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for all New Zealanders. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive, with a pro-equity focus that better reflects and serves our communities.
We offer:
- A comprehensive orientation and induction to our organisation and your department
- Access to clinical training and education Up to date facilities, Have a look at
- Project Maunga - our New Facilities currently under construction check this out on our website www.tdhb.org/maunga.shtml
- Opportunities to participate on local project and regional collaboration teams
- Professional development
How to Apply
All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by Tuesday 30 September 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Janette Thompson, Recruitment Talent Advisor via email [email protected]
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
