Anaesthetist - Sabbatical Leave Cover

About the Company Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldiers Memorial Hospital is a key healthcare facility located in Hastings on the east coast of New Zealand's North Island. As a large, accredited public hospital with 400 beds, we provide both acute and elective care to a diverse population of over 176,000 residents. We are part of Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, which is dedicated to delivering quality healthcare that serves all communities in New Zealand, grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. About the Role We are currently seeking a consultant anaesthetist to join our supportive and collaborative team on a part-time basis, covering a period of sabbatical leave. This fixed-term position is for 68 hours per fortnight (0.85 FTE) and will span 12 months. Our work environment is collegial, and you will have the opportunity to engage with a variety of surgical and medical specialties while serving a diverse patient population. About the Team/Service/Location Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldiers Memorial Hospital is experiencing significant growth and demographic changes, leading to a need for expansion of our facilities. Our Department offers a broad range of surgical, medical, oncology, and radiological services. The private healthcare sector in Hawke's Bay is also expanding, providing additional opportunities for healthcare professionals to broaden their practice. Living in Hawke's Bay offers an excellent work-life balance, with access to beautiful beaches, outdoor adventures, great schools, mountains and skiing, as well as exceptional food and stunning wineries. Our vibrant cities provide a rich cultural experience. For more information about living and working in Hawke's Bay, please refer to the provided resources. About You To be considered for this role, you will need to hold either a FANZCA or an equivalent qualification that leads to specialist registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ). We are looking for individuals who are committed to providing high-quality healthcare services to our community. Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To review the position profile, please refer to the provided link. To apply, submit your application through our online careers portal. For agency referrals, please contact our SMO Recruitment Advisor at caroline.kermode@hbdhb.govt.nz. If you have any questions about the role, feel free to reach out to Dr. Allanah Scott, Head of Department, via email at allanah.scott@hawkesbaydhb.govt.nz or by phone at +64 878 8109 ext. 4514. We review applications as they are received and may advance the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.