Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon (Fixed Term)

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and aims to provide exceptional healthcare services to all New Zealanders. We prioritize integration and collaboration as we work towards a health system characterized by partnership, equity, sustainability, whanau-centered care, and excellence. About the Role We are seeking an Orthopaedic Surgeon with expertise in general orthopaedics and trauma for a fixed-term position lasting six months, beginning on January 1, 2026. We are open to job-sharing arrangements and will consider joint appointments to meet the full-time equivalent service requirements. Position Description - Orthopaedic Surgeon About the Team/Service/Location Gisborne Hospital serves as the primary healthcare facility for the Tairawhiti region, which extends along the East Cape of New Zealand. This area offers a diverse and rewarding environment for a dedicated general surgeon. Serving a community of 50,000, Tairawhiti is supported by a comprehensive array of medical and surgical services, including state-of-the-art diagnostic facilities, such as a new MRI scanner and CT scanner. Our department provides general, acute, and elective care, with current sub-specialty interests encompassing Hip and Knee Arthroplasty, Paediatrics, and Sports Surgery. We are eager to welcome a colleague whose sub-specialty interests will complement and enhance the services we offer. About You To join our team, you will need: - Registration as a Medical Practitioner with the New Zealand Medical Council, or eligibility for registration that allows you to practice medicine in New Zealand. - Demonstrated clinical expertise in managing a range of orthopaedic conditions. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster partnerships and work collaboratively within a team. We also value competency with te ao Maori, tikanga, and te reo Maori, or a commitment to embarking on this learning journey. Experience in projects or initiatives that reflect the principles of Te Tiriti and the application of Matauranga Maori and Kaupapa Maori approaches in healthcare settings is highly regarded. Working for Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we envision 'the weaving of wellness' as our guiding principle. We are dedicated to providing excellent healthcare to the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. Our Equity Work Programme focuses on ensuring that equity is at the forefront of all health system activities, fostering the cultural change necessary to achieve equitable health outcomes. Our people are the foundation of everything we do. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and fulfilling our equal employment opportunity obligations. Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion We encourage you to bring your authentic self to your application and to our team. We recognize that skills can be acquired in various contexts, not solely through formal employment. If you possess the skills mentioned in the job description, whether gained through family, community involvement, or volunteering, we invite you to apply and share your unique story with us in your cover letter. We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To view the position description and apply for this role, please click 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions about the position, please reach out to Margaret Broughton at margaret.broughton@tdh.org.nz. Please note that we will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.