Consultant General Surgeon- Secondary Care Hospital Practice

Odyssey Recruitment

  • New Plymouth, Taranaki
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 10 days ago
Job Overview
A permanent full time position for a consultant general surgeon with a general scope of practice, based in a secondary care hospital in New Zealand's North Island. Relocation package for international candidates.
  • Consultants are supported by registrars, house officers, and anaesthetic and theatre teams committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care.
  • Secondary level facility, with modern infrastructure and opportunities to contribute to ongoing clinical service development.
  • Join a team of 8 surgeons with a 1 in 6 on call rota
DutiesThe successful candidate will:
  • Provide comprehensive general surgical care; including consultation, diagnosis and management of general surgical patients
  • Perform surgical interventions with precision and a commitment to patient safety.
  • Participate in the on-call roster to manage acute emergencies.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualised care plans.
  • Engage in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the department's clinical governance.
  • Provide teaching and mentorship to junior doctors and medical students.
  • Stay up to date with advancements in surgical care and bring innovative practices to the department.
  • 40 hour week plus on call rota participation
Professional RequirementsThe ideal applicant will have:
  • Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of Surgeons or equivalent.
  • Eligible for an Annual Practising Certificate with a vocational scope of General Surgery with the Medical Council of New Zealand.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to foster strong relationships with patients and colleagues.
  • Commitment to teamwork, patient-centred care, and continuous professional development.
Remuneration Package
  • Salary (SECA Collective Agreement scales) plus allowances for on call and extra duties
  • superannuation 6%
  • 6 weeks annual leave
  • Relocation Package
  • Study Leave allowance
  • Reimbursement of medical practice costs
  • Access to clinical training and education Up to date facilities.
How to Apply
If you wish to apply for this job please upload a recent CV for immediate consideration.

Odyssey Recruitment