Head of Department - Pain and Anaesthesia

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the Role

An opportunity exists for a Specialist Anaesthetist to join the Bay of Plenty Department of Anaesthesia and Pain Management at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora. 

This is a permanent 1.0FTE position however 0.1FTE will be allocated to the Head of Department as a 3 year tenure.  The role will be leading the team based at Whakatāne Hospital with a commitment to supporting services across the Bay of Plenty, including Tauranga Hospital.

You will join a department and location that is experiencing growth. As an experienced leader with a commitment to providing Anaesthesia and Pain Management Services across the Bay of Plenty, you will participate in all parts of service provision including providing care for all age groups, Afterhours, Obstetrics and Acute Care.

Please click here to view the Specialist Anaesthetist Position Description
Please click here to view the Head of Department Position Description

About you

You will be an equity focussed, courageous communicator and dynamic leader who can empower individuals and teams to flourish.  If you think you've got what it takes to perform this crucial role, then please make an online application ensuring you highlight your brilliance via your CV and cover letter.  

The successful applicant must hold qualifications that meet the criteria for vocational registration or eligible for vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.  

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by Sunday 20th April.