Medical Officer -Heart and Lung Transplant

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Toka Tumai Auckland; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora's Cardiothoracic Surgical Unit at Auckland City Hospital invites applications for a Medical Officer in Cardiothoracic Transplant Surgery. This quaternary service offers a broad training scope in heart and lung transplantation and ECMO, with opportunities to lead organ retrieval and assist implant operations.

The role provides exposure to credentialing paths (MCNZ registration and FRACS or equivalent) and involvement in research and forums.

Qualifications

• Eligibility for registration in cardiothoracic surgery with the MCNZ.
• FRACS or equivalent qualification in cardiothoracic surgery is essential for this position.
• Previous experience as a registrar in a leading transplant unit is desirable and advantageous if recognised.
• Ability to work well within a team environment is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead surgeon role in organ retrieval.
• Assist in implant operations.
• Work up and follow up of transplant patients.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Collaborative care

Education

FRACS or equivalent qualification in cardiothoracic surgery

MCNZ registration eligibility

Job description

Fixed Term position (Hours negotiable for suitable candidates) Join the largest tertiary care centre and clinical research facility in New Zealand. Accredited Employer supports your work visa applications. 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 Cardiothoracic Surgical unit is inviting applications for a Medical Officer Position in Cardiothoracic Transplant Surgery at Te Toka Tumai. We are the quaternary service for advanced cardiothoracic surgery, transplants and ECMO in New Zealand and one of the largest cardiothoracic surgical units in Australasia. In this role there will be a full range of training opportunity in heart and lung transplantation. We have seen an exponential growth in this service and the clinical experience will be busy and comprehensive. Lead surgeon role in organ retrieval and assisted role in implant operations apart from opportunity with work up and follow up of transplant patients will encompass the training and experience. This will meet the credentialing requirements for an Australasian cardiothoracic transplant surgeon.

The training position will provide you with

• The opportunity to publish and present at national and international forums.
• Involvement in the non-transplant cardiothoracic work providing stimulating range of experience in our unit.
• A stepping stone towards a career in cardiothoracic transplantation and surgery.

For more information on the role or to have a confidential conversation, please contact Amul Sibal at [e-mail]

About the Team/Service/Location

Positioned in the centre of Auckland one of the worlds most liveable cities, the Cardiothoracic Surgical Unit at Auckland City Hospital is the largest Cardiac Surgery Centre in New Zealand providing the full range of cardiothoracic surgery for both ischemic and rheumatic heart disease, aortic surgery and lung cancer surgery. As New Zealand's National Heart and Lung Transplant Unit and National ECMO Centre, the Cardiothoracic Surgical Unit (CTSU) provides highly specialised tertiary and quaternary services to patients across the country. The department manages approximately 1,300 admissions annually and operates a nationwide ECMO retrieval service. The service continues to expand with a recent introduction of programmes for mini mitral and PTE procedures. Auckland is a fantastic place for you and your family to live with amazing cuisine, culture and coastal scenery. Our waterfront districts, shopping and dining precincts will keep you busy. Our wild west coast surf beaches and the Hauraki Gulf and islands including beautiful Waiheke Island and its vineyard restaurants are simply stunning. Auckland's packed calendar of festivals and events, our vibrant Māori and Pacific culture, and impressive line-up of major sporting events will certainly keep you entertained all year round.

For more information on living and working in Auckland.

About you:

You will need to have the following:

• Eligibility for registration in cardiothoracic surgery with the MCNZ.
• Prior experience (equivalent or greater than SET 6 of the RACS training programme in cardiothoracic surgery of the RACS) and FRACS or equivalent qualification in cardiothoracic surgery is essential for this position.
• Previous experience as a registrar in a leading transplant unit will be desirable and if basic qualifications are recognisable in New Zealand it would be an advantage.
• Ability to work well within a team environment is another essential attribute to be successful in this role.

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.