Permanent 1.15 FTE (Full time, including on call)

We are seeking a generalist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, to join our team of 8 Specialists. This position is full time, however applications from specialist seeking part time employment will also be considered.

A special interest in minimal access (laparoscopic) gynaecological surgery is desirable but not essential. There would be an opportunity to develop a special interest which would be supported by the DHB. We have a stable experienced team and would be happy to consider applications from newly qualified specialists seeking a supportive environment to commence their consultant career.

The successful candidate will provide services in Rotorua and Taupo, participate in a 1:6 acute call roster and enjoy excellent support from our Anaesthetic, Surgical, Radiology and Intensive Care teams. The O&G Team consists of eight specialists (two job share), two registrars and dedicated SHO support. We also provide attachments/teaching for 5th and 6th year medical students from Auckland Medical School.

Lakes District Health Board provides healthcare for a population of 108,000 people through our hospitals located at the centre of the North Island of New Zealand, at two stunning settings next to Lake Rotorua and Lake Taupo. Rotorua, Taupo and Turangi are internationally acclaimed for trout fishing and Mt Ruapehu for snow skiing. The district is also well known for its other outdoor recreational options including tramping, cycling, mountain biking as well as lake and river water sports such as boating and kayaking. Rotorua is less than one hours drive from the Bay of Plenty coast that offers lots of sun, good surf, boating, fishing and deep sea diving. Rotorua is the tourist centre of the North Island of New Zealand.

The hospital has modern ward areas, ICU and theatres, and a state of the art ambulatory outpatient area for Gynaecology, to facilitate outpatient hysteroscopy and Colposcopy/LETZ.

Membership of RANZCOG (or equivalent) is required. Applicants must hold or be eligible for vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand.

For further information email Carleen Dahya, Medical Staff Recruiter carleen.dahya@lakesdhb.govt.nz ph: +64 7 343 8711 or Simon Ewen, HOD O&G simon.ewen@lakesdhb.govt.nz ph:+64 7 348 1199.

Closing Date: Open

Apply online or visit our website www.lakesdhb.govt.nz