ENT Consultant Opportunity in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Head Medical; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in New Zealand is seeking a full-time Specialist Otorhinolaryngologist to join their expanding ORL team in Tauranga and Whakatāne. The role offers the opportunity to provide both acute and planned care, support junior medical staff, and be part of a dynamic team delivering high-quality ENT services in a beautiful coastal region. Applicants should have relevant fellowship qualifications and a commitment to equitable service delivery.

Benefits

Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership

Free Flu vaccinations

Discounted goods

Qualifications

• Fellowship or qualifications suitable for vocational registration in ORL.
• Eligibility for vocational registration within two years if not already registered.
• Commitment to equitable service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Provide acute and planned care across adult and paediatric populations.
• Support junior medical staff including one Registrar and one House Officer.
• Participate in the on-call roster.

Skills

Team-focused mindset

Clinical experience in ENT care

Cultural competence

Clear clinical judgement

Education

Fellowship in Otorhinolaryngology

Medical Council registration eligibility

Job description

Great location across Tauranga and Whakatāne

Full-time – 1.0 FTE

Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership + Free Flu vaccinations + Discounted goods

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

An opportunity has arisen for a full-time Specialist Otorhinolaryngologist (ORL Surgeon) to join the expanding ORL team at Bay of Plenty. This 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week) role supports service delivery across both our Tauranga and Whakatāne Hospitals, serving a wide population across the Bay of Plenty.

As a valued member of the ORL team, you will provide acute and planned care across both adult and paediatric populations. You will also contribute to clinical supervision, support junior medical staff (including one Registrar and one House Officer), and participate equally in the on-call roster.

About the Team/Service/ Location

You will be part of a supportive and growing Otorhinolaryngology team delivering services across the stunning coastal region of the Bay of Plenty. The ORL service is a small but growing team committed to delivering high quality, equitable ENT care. Our service operates across two sites, supported by a network of committed clinicians, surgical teams, and clinical leaders.

About you

We seek an experienced and qualified ORL Surgeon with a commitment to equity, access, and collaborative care. You will work well across specialties, bring clear clinical judgement to complex cases, and value teamwork as much as technical skill.

What you will bring:

• Fellowship or qualifications suitable for vocational registration in ORL with the Medical Council of New Zealand.
• Eligibility for vocational registration within two years (if not already registered)
• A team-focused mindset with a strong commitment to equitable service delivery
• Clinical experience in both paediatric and adult ENT care
• Ability to contribute to the acute roster and support junior medical staff
• Cultural competence and a commitment to improving outcomes for Māori and underserved populations

The Bay of Plenty is one of the most highly sought after locations in New Zealand. Tauranga is an amazing coastal city and the region has some of the best beaches in the country and the highest amount of sunshine hours in NZ.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online and attach an up to date copy of your CV for consideration.