Surgical Registrar (RMO 2025 Training Year)

Non-SET General Surgery Registrar (2025 Training Year) Start date: 28 July 2025 About the Company Palmerston North Regional Hospital is the leading healthcare provider in the MidCentral Region of New Zealand. We are proud to offer a comprehensive range of services, including a dedicated Intensive Care Unit, a Coronary Care Unit, and a Regional Cancer Treatment Service. Additionally, we house one of the largest trauma centers in the country, ensuring that we deliver exceptional specialized care and emergency treatment to our community. Our district spans from the Manawatu, Horowhenua, and Otaki areas on the western coast to the Tararua district on the eastern coast. With a capacity of over 380 beds, we provide secondary care to an urban population of approximately 85,000, with a broader catchment area exceeding 200,000. As a teaching hospital affiliated with New Zealand medical schools, we combine cutting-edge healthcare practices with innovative education and research opportunities. MidCentral is an ideal environment for those looking to start or advance their professional journey in a supportive and engaging setting. The MidCentral region offers a perfect balance of lifestyle options, featuring breathtaking scenery, numerous hiking and biking tracks, beautiful beaches, ski fields, and wineries, all while providing access to excellent schools and tertiary institutions. About the Role We invite you to join our structured teams, where you will receive support from SET trainees and consultants as you enhance your diagnostic and surgical skills. This role will allow you to gain comprehensive experience in all aspects of surgical care. MidCentral District offers an excellent foundation for General Surgical Registrars seeking to develop their expertise. As a provider of tertiary cancer services, we perform a wide range of complex surgeries, providing superb learning opportunities along with hands-on operating time and outpatient clinic exposure. 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 with the Medical Council of New Zealand. You can verify your eligibility by visiting the Council's website. - Completion of PGY2 or an equivalent program. Benefits We are committed to creating an encouraging learning environment that fosters your growth. Our culture is professional and supportive, offering a team setting where you can engage in fulfilling and challenging work while enjoying great lifestyle options. We also provide tailored wellness programs. How to Apply If you are interested in this opportunity, please click "APPLY NOW." For additional information about this role, feel free to reach out to Lindy Chivell, our RMO Recruiter. If you are considering a move to MidCentral, please visit Careers at Te Whatu Ora MidCentral for more information about Palmerston North Hospital. Pre-Employment Checks To ensure the safety of our patients and staff, all appointments will be subject to the following pre-employment checks: - 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. At MidCentral, we strive to create a workplace where individuals are excited to work and learn. We aim to develop a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including various ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations, and accessibility needs. We actively encourage Māori to apply to ensure our workforce reflects the community we serve.