Anaesthesia Registrars (2025 RMO Training Year)

About the Company Palmerston North Regional Hospital is the leading healthcare facility in the MidCentral Region. We pride ourselves on offering specialized care through our dedicated Intensive Care Unit, Coronary Care Unit, and Regional Cancer Treatment Service. As one of the largest trauma centers in New Zealand, we provide exceptional emergency treatment to the MidCentral region. Our service area spans the Manawatu, Horowhenua, and Otaki districts on the western coast, extending to the Tararua district on the eastern coast. With a capacity of over 380 beds, we deliver secondary care to an urban population of 81,000, and over 200,000 in the wider catchment area. As a teaching hospital affiliated with New Zealand medical schools, we merge top-tier healthcare practice with modern education and research. MidCentral is an excellent place to launch or advance your professional career in a supportive and engaging environment. The MidCentral region is well-suited for various lifestyles, offering stunning scenery with numerous hiking and biking trails, as well as proximity to beaches, ski fields, and wineries. The area also boasts excellent schools and tertiary institutions, providing a perfect balance of rural and urban living. About the Role We are currently seeking Anaesthesia Registrars for the 2025 RMO Training Year, with a start date of 28 July 2025. This position is part of our RMO Annual Recruitment Cycle, and current vacancies are advertised separately. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop their confidence and independence in general anaesthetic practice while acquiring new skills. As a teaching hospital, we provide specialist services in areas such as Upper GI, ENT, urology, and oncology, enabling exposure to a variety of complex surgeries and a diverse obstetric and paediatric caseload. Our facilities include nine theatres, two procedure rooms, and a cardiac lab, ensuring a comprehensive training environment. The Team We have a diverse, supportive, and collegial department that organizes regular social events. Our team consists of 24 full-time Consultant Anaesthetists, including a group focused on difficult airway management using innovative techniques, such as Jet ventilation and THRIVE. We encourage regional anaesthesia practices, with most anaesthetists proficient in ultrasound-guided nerve blocks. Additionally, we conduct regular CPEX and multidisciplinary high-risk peri-operative clinics for consultants with expertise in assessing and optimizing higher-risk patients and procedures. Our department includes nine Anaesthetic Registrars working on a shift roster. We highly value the role of registrars and strive to provide an environment and caseload that maximizes their professional development. We offer robust support for registrars preparing for the FANZCA examinations, along with comprehensive pastoral support, which is reflected in our excellent college exam pass rate within Australasia. MidCentral is also part of a training rotation that includes Wellington, Hutt, Nelson/Marlborough, Whanganui, and Hawkes Bay. Requirements Our ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: - Registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand or eligibility for general or provisional general registration. - Completion of PGY2 year or equivalent experience. - Previous experience in independent basic anaesthesia. - A dynamic and adaptable approach to challenges. Benefits We offer an encouraging learning environment that fosters growth and development. You will be part of a professional and supportive culture within a team-oriented setting. The work is both fulfilling and challenging, accompanied by excellent lifestyle options and tailored wellness programs. How to Apply If you are interested in this opportunity, please click "APPLY NOW." For further information about the role, feel free to reach out to: Dr. Sathish Shanmuganathan - Anaesthetist Lindy Chivell - RMO Recruiter If you are considering a move to MidCentral, please visit our careers site for more information about Palmerston North Hospital and the surrounding region. Pre-Employment Checks To ensure the safety of our people and patients, all appointments will be subject to an Occupational Health Assessment. Some positions are classified as Core Children's workers under the Children's Act and will require full safety checks, including Police Vetting, before employment begins. At MidCentral, we strive to create a workplace where individuals love to work and learn. We are committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve and welcome applications from all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic backgrounds, and individuals with accessibility needs. We actively seek to include Māori in our workforce to better represent the community we serve.