Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeon | Fixed Term

South Island - Canterbury; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora invites applications for an Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeon at Christchurch Hospital. The role is a 1 year fixed-term, full-time position serving the Canterbury region within a busy tertiary trauma service.

You will join an experienced team, manage complex trauma cases, participate in acute roster, inpatient/outpatient care, and contribute to training and professional development of registrars and junior medical staff.

Qualifications

• Vocational registration or eligibility with the Medical Council of New Zealand in Orthopaedic Surgery.
• Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) or equivalent qualification.
• Specialised training in orthopaedic trauma for tertiary hospital settings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality acute trauma care in a busy tertiary setting.
• Participate in the acute trauma roster and in inpatient/outpatient care.
• Contribute to clinical governance and service development.
• Supervise and mentor registrars and junior medical staff.

Skills

Vocational registration

FRACS or equivalent

Orthopaedic trauma expertise

Teaching and supervision

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

FRACS fellowship

Advanced training in orthopaedic trauma

Vocational registration in Orthopaedic Surgery NZ

Job description

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South Island - Canterbury - Christchurch, South Island

Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeon - Christchurch Hospital
Ōtautahi Christchurch | 1 Year Fixed-Term, Full-Time (open to shorter-termcontracts by agreement)

Join one of New Zealand's leading orthopaedic traumaservices and work in a high-volume tertiary environment managing complex andrewarding cases. This is an outstanding opportunity to contribute to anationally recognised department while enjoying the lifestyle benefits ofliving in Ōtautahi Christchurch.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in theprinciples of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health systemthat serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

As an Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeon at Christchurch Hospital,you will deliver high-quality acute trauma care within a busy tertiary settingserving the Canterbury region and the wider Te Waipounamu South Islandpopulation.

You will work alongside an experienced and collegial team oforthopaedic surgeons, managing a broad and complex trauma case mix. The roleincludes participation in the acute trauma roster, inpatient and outpatientcare, and involvement in clinical governance activities. You will play a keyrole in the supervision, education, and mentorship of registrars and juniormedical staff, contributing to our strong culture of surgical training andprofessional development.

This fixed-term position offers both clinical challenge andprofessional satisfaction, with flexibility around contract length for theright candidate.

About theTeam/Service/Location

Christchurch Hospital is the largest tertiary hospital inthe South Island and home to one of New Zealand's largest orthopaedicdepartments. The service is recognised for excellence in trauma care, surgicaltraining, and collaborative multidisciplinary practice.

Ōtautahi Christchurch offers an exceptional quality of life,with easy access to beaches, mountains, national parks, and a vibrant food andcultural scene. It is a fantastic place to live and work, whether you arerelocating alone or with family.

For more information on living and working in Christchurchclick here

About You

• Vocationalregistration (or eligibility for vocational registration) with the MedicalCouncil of New Zealand in Orthopaedic Surgery
• Fellowshipof the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) or equivalentrecognised qualification
• Advancedtraining and proven experience in orthopaedic trauma, ideally within atertiary hospital setting
• Acollaborative approach to multidisciplinary care and service development
• Ademonstrated commitment to teaching, supervision, and ongoing professionaldevelopment

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuringexcellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce thatis diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand andserve our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific,disabled, and rainbow communities.