Registrar ENT - Commencing 2027

North Island - Bay of Plenty Rotorua; Rotorua; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand in Rotorua invites applications for an ENT registrar in the General Surgery Department. You will provide registrar-level otolaryngology, head & neck services with supervision, mainly daytime ORL work including inpatient care, outpatient clinics and theatre.

The role suits surgeons seeking a supportive team and opportunities to develop operative and non-operative skills while contributing to equitable patient care in a regional hospital. New Zealand registration required.

Qualifications

• MCNZ registration or eligibility to practice in New Zealand.
• Minimum of two years' post-qualification experience in acute/general care.

Responsibilities

• Daytime ORL service delivery including inpatient care, outpatient clinics and theatre.
• In-hours acute ORL cover with supportive supervision for professional development.

Education

MCNZ registration/eligibility

Job description

Bring your general surgery skills to the mountain biking capital of New Zealand

Work with Lakes for your 2027 Training Year!

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

• Join the Surgical Department as an ENT registrar. Enjoy the benefits of working in a smaller hospital, experience general and acute medicine, with a supportive team of consultants, house officers, medical students and nursing staff.
• Your roster will allow for you to enjoy all that Rotorua has to offer with longer summers and shorter winters.

About the General Surgery Department

This is a new position, there will be one ENT registrar providing registrar-level clinical services within Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery (ORL), under the supervision of ORL SMOs, with high-quality, timely and equitable patient care as the primary focus.

• There is no routine after-hours or weekend roster attached to this position. The primary purpose of the role is daytime ORL service delivery, including inpatient care, outpatient clinics, theatre, minor procedures and in-hours acute ORL cover.
• Good support and supervision is provided to our registrars to enhance both their operative and non-operative skills. The department has a strong reputation for supporting our registrars to get onto training.
• This is a department, which will support you throughout your surgical journey.

About the Location

• Lakes is a geothermal wonderland and is also home to several scenic lakes, including Lake Taupō, the largest lake in New Zealand.
• Rotorua and Taupō are the go-to places for hiking, mountain biking, and water sports; you can also dive into traditional experiences and learn more about Māori culture in the region.

For more information on living and working in Lakes, click here

About you

You will have:

• MCNZ registration and or be eligible for general or provisional general registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand. You can check your eligibility for registration by visiting the Council's website at www.mcnz.org.nz
• A minimum of two years' post qualification experience, and a keen interest in providing acute and general medical care to our community.

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.