Anaesthetist

New Zealand Government; Nelson; On-site; NZD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson Hospital, part of the New Zealand Government, is looking for three permanent full-time Anaesthetists to join their perioperative team in Nelson. This role offers a rewarding career with a healthy work-life balance in one of New Zealand’s most sought-after regions.

As a key member of the Anaesthesia team, you will deliver high-quality perioperative care across various surgical specialties and contribute to both elective and acute care. Applications from Māori, Pasifika, disabled, and rainbow communities are welcomed.

Qualifications

• Clinically experienced in a provincial hospital setting.
• Eligible for an Annual Practicing Certificate with vocational scope in Anaesthesia.
• Hold Fellowship of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (FANZCA) or equivalent.
• Committed to collaborative practice and respect across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Participating in the anaesthetic roster, covering planned care and acute theatre sessions.
• Providing anaesthesia after‑hours on‑call support and duty anaesthetist duties.
• Managing anaesthetic pre‑assessment clinics.
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of consultants and staff.

Job description

Nelson Hospital is looking for three permanent full‑time Anaesthetists (1.0 FTE) to join our perioperative team. This role offers a rewarding career with a healthy work‑life balance in one of New Zealand’s most sought‑after regions.

About the Role

As a key member of our Anaesthesia team, you will deliver high‑quality perioperative care across a range of surgical specialties. Your responsibilities include:

• Participating in the anaesthetic roster, covering planned care and acute theatre sessions
• Providing anaesthesia after‑hours on‑call support and duty anaesthetist duties
• Managing anaesthetic pre‑assessment clinics
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of 17 experienced consultants, SMO colleagues, ANZCA trainees, surgical and ICU staff

You will work within a secondary care setting and contribute to both elective and acute care, ensuring safe and effective patient outcomes. The role requires 80 hours per fortnight (1.0 FTE).

About the Team / Service / Location

Nelson’s Anaesthesia team includes experienced consultants, ANZCA trainees, skilled anaesthetic technicians, and registered nurse assistants. The service supports a wide range of departments such as Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics, General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Urology, ENT, Ophthalmology, Dental, Mental Health, and the Emergency department. We also provide anaesthesia for visiting subspecialty surgeons in Paediatric Surgery, Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, Plastics, and Maxillofacial Surgery.

About You

• Clinically experienced in a provincial hospital setting
• Eligible for an Annual Practicing Certificate with vocational scope in Anaesthesia with the Medical Council of New Zealand
• Hold Fellowship of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (FANZCA) or equivalent
• Committed to a cohesive team culture of collaborative practice, openness, and respect across disciplines

Inclusion

We welcome applications from Māori, Pasifika, disabled, and rainbow communities. We are committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.