Consultant Anaesthetist

New Zealand Government; Gisborne; On-site; NZD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

New Zealand Government is seeking qualified Specialist Anaesthetists to join the team at Gisborne Hospital. You will work closely with the Head of Department to deliver high-quality services in a vibrant community.

The role includes providing anaesthesia for surgeries, managing post-operative patients, and contributing to teaching. We value work-life balance in our supportive team environment, dedicated to serving the diverse population of Tairāwhiti.

Qualifications

• MCNZ vocational registration in the Scope of Practice of Anaesthesia.
• Overseas trained Anaesthetists eligible for MCNZ Provisional Vocational registration considered.
• Experience delivering healthcare within a culturally safe framework.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-op anaesthesia clinic.
• Provide anaesthesia for elective and emergency surgery.
• Manage post-op patients in ICU/HDU and wards.
• Prepare critically ill patients for transfer.
• Advise on pain management and conduct out-of-hours services.
• Contribute to teaching junior doctors.

Skills

Medical Council of New Zealand registration

Experience in paediatric anaesthesia

Critical care experience

Cultural safety in healthcare

Education

Fellowship of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (FANZCA)

Job description

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

We are seeking qualified Specialist Anaesthetists to join our dedicated and collaborative team, working closely with our Head of Department and colleagues to deliver high-quality, efficient services to the people of Tairāwhiti.

Responsibilities

• Pre‑op anaesthesia clinic
• Provision of anaesthesia for elective and emergency surgery
• Peri‑operative management of post‑op patients on the ICU/HDU and on the wards
• Preparation of critically ill patients requiring transfer to tertiary centres
• Advising on pain management
• Providing out‑of‑hours anaesthesia services to maternity, critical care, theatres and the emergency department
• Contributing to teaching for junior doctors and other disciplines
• Participating in the on‑call roster

Qualifications

• Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) vocational registration in the Scope of Practice of Anaesthesia, or overseas trained Anaesthetist eligible for MCNZ Provisional Vocational registration in the Scope of Practice of Anaesthesia
• Fellowship of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (FANZCA) preferred for New Zealand or Australian applicants, but not essential for overseas candidates
• Experience in paediatric anaesthesia advantageous
• Experience in critical care or recent resuscitation and critical care experience beneficial
• Experience delivering healthcare within a culturally safe framework, with a commitment to equity, especially for Māori population

About the Team / Service / Location

At Gisborne Hospital, you will become part of a close‑knit supportive team that values work‑life balance and embraces the thrill of practising medicine in a vibrant community. Our 100‑bed facility offers a full spectrum of specialities, providing diverse and engaging opportunities for professional growth.

EEO Statement

We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.