Cardiologist (Electrophysiologist

About the Company Join us at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, the largest tertiary care center and clinical research facility in New Zealand. We are committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and strive to build a healthcare system that serves all New Zealanders. This is an exciting opportunity to experience the New Zealand lifestyle while contributing to professional practice growth. About the Role We are seeking applications for a full-time Adult Cardiologist with specialized training in electrophysiology and device management. This position is essential to meet the needs of our expanding Heart Rhythm Service at Te Toka Tumai Auckland City Hospital, one of the leading hospitals in Australasia. In this role, you will collaborate with a team of 29 cardiologists, including four other electrophysiologists. Your primary responsibilities will include managing cardiac arrhythmia issues for Te Toka Tumai Auckland City Hospital, which encompasses electrophysiology procedures and device implantation. Additionally, you will contribute to the provision of acute general cardiology care on the wards, as well as outpatient clinics and referrals. We are looking for a colleague who is committed to advancing the Heart Rhythm Service and contributing to our departmental translational research portfolio, which aligns with our current clinical and academic activities. About the Team/Service/Location Our team provides a regional service for all Electrophysiology and Device procedures, as well as a national referral service for complex arrhythmias, lead extraction work, and structural heart disease. We also collaborate with the national Paediatric Arrhythmia Service. Our facilities include two Electrophysiology Laboratories equipped with advanced technology, including 3D mapping systems, radiofrequency, cryo-ablation, and pulsed field ablation, performing approximately 700 EP/ablation procedures annually. We implant around 700 cardiac devices each year, including leadless pacemakers and subcutaneous extravascular ICDs. Te Toka Tumai comprises three major facilities: Auckland City Hospital, Starship Children's Hospital, and Greenlane Clinical Centre. Auckland City Hospital is New Zealand's largest public hospital and clinical research facility, with about one million patient contacts each year across various services. Our expertise spans all sub-specialties in adult cardiology, including coronary intervention, TAVI, complex electrophysiology, cardiac transplantation, and adult congenital cardiology. Auckland, New Zealand's largest city, is set in a beautiful marine environment and boasts a temperate climate. With a population of 1.5 million, the city offers a vibrant blend of lifestyles and cultures, along with easy access to stunning landscapes and a variety of outdoor activities. About You We are looking for a qualified adult cardiologist with subspecialty training in Electrophysiology and Device implantation. Candidates must hold FRACP or an equivalent international qualification and be registered or eligible for general registration as a Medical Officer with the Medical Council of New Zealand. Additional sub-specialty skills, such as lead extraction and managing cardiac arrhythmias in ACHD patients, would be advantageous. Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are dedicated to providing excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We value a diverse and inclusive workforce to better meet the needs of our community. Benefits Joining our dynamic cardiology service offers the opportunity to work in New Zealand's largest teaching hospital, which has strong links with regional cardiac surgical programs and national heart transplant, ECMO, ACHD, and paediatric cardiology programs. The successful applicant will also be eligible for an honorary position with the University of Auckland School of Medicine. For further information about this opportunity, please reach out to Dr. Cara Wasywich, Service Clinical Director, Cardiology at CaraW@adhb.govt.nz or Dr. Andrew Martin, Clinical Lead of the Heart Rhythm Section at AndrewMa@adhb.govt.nz.