Obstetrics & Gynaecology - Registrar - 0.8 FTE

Registrar, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Waikato Hospital Permanent Part-time (0.8 FTE) Commencing Immediately until 1 February 2026 Join our friendly and inspiring multicultural team at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, where we are committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders in accordance with the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. About the Company At Te Whatu Ora Waikato District, we are on an exciting journey to establish the best Women's Health Service in New Zealand. Our team is dedicated to improving health outcomes for women, and we invite you to apply to be part of this transformative effort. Here, you will have the opportunity to advance your career while enjoying a fulfilling lifestyle in a supportive environment. About the Role We are seeking enthusiastic registrars to join our Women's Health team at Waikato Hospital, located in Hamilton, New Zealand. As a RANZCOG training department, we offer extensive learning opportunities across various specialist Gynaecology areas, including Gynae-oncology, minimal access surgery, Urogynaecology, and Colposcopy, as well as High-Risk Obstetrics featuring a dedicated Pre-term Birth Clinic. A commitment to patient-centered care and multi-disciplinary teamwork is essential. We require applicants to be flexible in their approach and willing to contribute positively to our service. Recent experience in both acute gynaecology and obstetrics, along with antenatal care experience—both inpatient and outpatient—is necessary. Our collaborative and supportive learning environment fosters excellence and innovation. We maintain a strong teaching and training culture, providing protected weekly registrar teaching sessions and multidisciplinary CTG education meetings. Additionally, we host monthly perinatal morbidity and mortality meetings, as well as high-risk obstetric, colposcopy, general gynaecology, and gynae-oncology multidisciplinary meetings to support ongoing professional development. We are open to negotiating individually tailored schedules that focus on your specific interests and training needs. While you will be expected to contribute to the registrar after-hours roster, we are committed to ensuring your training requirements are fully met. About the Team/Service Te Whatu Ora Waikato District is one of New Zealand's largest tertiary and secondary healthcare providers, serving a population of 900,000 with tertiary services and 375,000 with secondary services. Our district sees approximately 5,500 deliveries each year, with 3,500 occurring at Waikato Hospital. Our facilities include a seven-bed delivery suite, two high dependency beds, a women's acute assessment unit, as well as antenatal, postnatal, and gynaecological inpatient wards, and modern outpatient services and theatres. Our Obstetrics and Gynaecology team comprises 15 consultants, 17 registrars, and 9 senior house officers. Hamilton, the fourth largest city in New Zealand, is known for its rapid growth and beautiful surroundings along the Waikato River. The region offers a range of outdoor activities, reasonably priced housing, excellent schools, and a manageable commute, making it an ideal place for raising a family or enjoying leisure pursuits. About You As an Obstetrics and Gynaecology Registrar, you will possess: - Knowledge and understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi - Vocational registration in a medical specialty - Eligibility to work in New Zealand, along with a current practising certificate from the Medical Council of NZ We are committed to achieving health equity for Māori and other priority populations, guided by the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Our strong emphasis on teaching and training for both undergraduate medical students and paediatric trainees supports the ongoing growth and development of our specialists. Those with research interests will find support from the University of Auckland's Waikato Clinical School and the Clinical Audit Support Unit. How to Apply To apply, please click 'Apply online.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. This position will remain open for four weeks or until filled. If you have any questions about the role, feel free to contact Rachel Posselt at Rachel.Posselt@waikatodhb.health.nz. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our team.