Obstetrics and Gynaecology SMO - Tauranga

Full-time or Part-time Considered 
Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty

Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is seeking to appoint Consultant Obstetricians and Gynaecologists in a secondary care setting at Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty. This is a permanent position and will suit a Generalist Obstetrician & Gynaecologist with an interest in Obstetrics. Permanent full-time or part-time position by negotiation.

Applications are invited from consultant Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, and Advanced Trainees in their final year of training.

The post involves an equal share of the on-call roster, covering both Obstetrics and Gynaecology. The current average call frequency is 1:9 with split weekends. Outpatient/Daytime responsibilities include Antenatal clinics, Gynaecology and colposcopy clinics and Theatre when not on call. Cover is provided by 8 Registrars and 4 SHO’s on a common roster with a requirement to participate in teaching, service development and clinical governance. 

We have a 21-bed inpatient maternity ward, 7 delivery rooms and 12 bed SCBU. Gynaecology is on a shared surgical ward.

Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty covers a population of over 150,000 with the total population covered by the Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty being over 230,000. There is also a second secondary care hospital at Whakatāne. The city boasts some of New Zealand’s best beaches, an unsurpassed coastal lifestyle, and easy access to the Coromandel peninsula, the Lakes district and the Central Volcanic Plateau. 

Our department takes great pride in our collegial and supportive work environment.

Applicants should hold FRANZCOG or equivalent. A subspecialty interest is desirable but not essential. It would be an ideal post for a junior consultant to gain valuable experience in a busy but enthusiastic and supportive department.

Our values of Compassion, All-one-team, Responsive and Excellence are at the centre of everything we do. We are looking for someone who demonstrates, exudes and embeds behaviours consistent with our Manaakitanga values as well as the above skills and experience. 

Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

Our name, Te Whatu Ora, means ‘the weaving of wellness'. Whatu is the combining together of people, resources, organisations, thoughts and actions for the betterment and wellbeing of all. Whatu is also a direct reference to the pupil of the eye, and the vision required of the new entity and system.

At Te Whatu Ora we acknowledge and respect our people's diversity and spiritual needs, ensuring a safe workplace that is a whānau orientated and supportive environment. We are working towards a system that better meets the complex demands of a growing population, addresses the persistent inequalities experienced by Māori and ensures greater access, experience and outcomes for those traditionally not well served by the system – Māori, Pacific and Disabled People.

Tō tūranga i roto i Te Whatu Ora | Your place in Te Whatu Ora

When you join us, you become part of transforming the health system. This is a once in a life-time change, that will touch the lives of everyone in Aotearoa, and future generations. We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.

We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to Apply

You can view the position description below and to apply for the role please click “APPLY NOW.” For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career’s portal. For additional information or to arrange a confidential chat, please contact Dr Michael John - Medical Leader Obstetrics and Gynaecology on 021 227 3338.

Due to this position having contact with children and Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty commitment to child protection, you will be subject to ‘safety checks’ under the Children’s Act at the time of hire and thereafter as per the relevant legislation.

All applications are to be made online.