Cardiology Registrar 2025

Role: Cardiology Registrar Location: Waikato Hospital Employment Type: Permanent Full-time About the Company At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are dedicated to creating a health system that serves all New Zealanders, grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We take pride in fostering a supportive environment where our team works collaboratively to provide excellent healthcare. About the Role We are currently inviting applications for registrars to join our cardiology department at Waikato Hospital for a six- or twelve-month term. This role is suitable for Resident Medical Officers (RMOs) who have completed PGY2 or an equivalent level of training, possess strong references, and are preparing for the FRACP examination. It is especially beneficial for candidates who have already passed this exam and seek to further their training in cardiology. Our cardiology department is bustling, admitting approximately 6,000 patients annually and performing 3,000 to 4,000 angiograms, 1,000 angioplasties, and over 400 electrophysiological procedures each year. You will work alongside nine cardiologists and an equal number of Senior Medical Officers (SMOs) in our four cath labs, all of whom are committed to a collegial approach. We cover all cardiac subspecialties, including advanced imaging, electrophysiology, structural cardiology, and acute cardiology. If you are an overseas doctor, we encourage you to visit the Medical Council of New Zealand website to confirm that your qualifications meet the necessary criteria for registration to practice medicine in New Zealand. For more information, please use the following link to the self-assessment tool: http://www.mcnz.org.nz/get-registered/registration-self-assessment-tool/ If you are unable to complete the self-assessment online, you can contact the Medical Council of New Zealand by telephone at +64 4 384 7635. You may view the position description by clicking on the link for Cardiology Registrar and Reliever 2023. About the Team/Service Waikato Hospital serves as a teaching hospital and is the primary tertiary referral center for specialized and emergency healthcare in the Waikato and Te Manawi Taki (Midlands) area, catering to a catchment population of 900,000 people. It is unique in New Zealand for offering all surgical specialties on one campus and is the central North Island's major trauma hospital. Our cardiology department is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities. Located in Hamilton, the third-largest city on the North Island, the hospital is conveniently situated just 1.5 hours from Auckland via a new expressway. Hamilton offers a vibrant lifestyle and boasts a diverse social network centered around the hospital. The region provides easy access to both the west coast for surfing and the east coast for leisure beaches. Additionally, ski fields and hot pools are a few hours away, along with numerous opportunities for hiking, fishing, biking, and other outdoor activities, ensuring ample recreational options. About You We are looking for candidates who meet the following criteria: - Basic trainee position at PGY3 or equivalent level - Experience in cardiology is advantageous but not mandatory - Eligibility to work in New Zealand How to Apply To apply for this position, please click 'Apply online' or visit our Waikato Careers website. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 11:59 PM on 31 May 2025. If you have any questions regarding the role, please reach out to Karen Capper at karen.capper@waikatodhb.health.nz. We will begin reviewing applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process prior to the closing date of this advertisement.