Gastroenterologist

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to fostering a health system that serves all New Zealanders, grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We are committed to providing excellent healthcare and supporting the diverse communities we serve. About the Role We are seeking a motivated Gastroenterologist to join our team at Whangarei Hospital. Our current team of four supportive gastroenterologists is looking for an additional member who can contribute general gastrointestinal care, basic ERCP, and EUS skills. This role is crucial in addressing the needs of our growing population in the beautiful Northland region of New Zealand. Our advanced therapeutic endoscopist is ready to hand over the ERCP and EUS caseload to a new, enthusiastic colleague, ensuring a smooth transition. You will benefit from excellent support from our Pathology, Surgery, and Radiology departments. About the Location Whangarei boasts a warm climate and is known as the "winterless north." The area offers excellent schools, affordable housing, and picturesque coastal regions that provide a variety of recreational activities. Our location is conveniently situated just a two-hour drive or a 25-minute flight from Auckland, New Zealand's international hub. To learn more about the stunning surroundings and living in Northland, we encourage you to explore further. About You To qualify for this position, you must have or be eligible for specialist (or locum tenens) registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) in an Internal Medicine Vocational scope of practice. While possessing an FRACP or an equivalent qualification is ideal, we also welcome applications from advanced trainees who are nearing the completion of their training. We are particularly interested in candidates with skills in general GI, basic ERCP, and GI luminal stenting. If you are currently overseas or not yet registered, we are here to assist you with the MCNZ application process. Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we believe in the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. This diversity enables us to better understand and serve our community. We encourage applications from individuals across our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your application through our online careers portal by clicking the "apply now" button. For any inquiries regarding the role, feel free to reach out to NL-SMO.Jobs@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz or contact Dr. Byron Theron at Byron.Theron@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.