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We're seeking an experienced Consultant Gastroenterologist to work in one of the largest District Health Board’s in NZ, in the vibrant University city of Hamilton, North Island.
- City lifestyle, just 90 minutes south of Auckland
- Tertiary referral centre and large teaching hospital (600 bed)
- Permanent role, commencing asap in 2021
- FRACP or equivalent specialist qualification, e.g. MRCP/FRCP with CCT
- Specific clinical skills in endoscopic procedures is essential
- Enjoy restaurants and cafes, arts and culture, major sporting events
- Affordable housing market and excellent schooling options
- Easy access to the rest of the North Island, beautiful beaches, national parks, lakes and mountains
Our client is one of the largest providers of healthcare services in New Zealand, providing local services for a population of 200,000 and tertiary services for a region of 700,000. The Hospital is a tertiary referral centre for a wide range of liver disease, inflammatory bowel disease and interventional endoscopy procedures.
The current team consists of 9 Gastroenterologists, Specialists Nurses in Hepatology and Inflammatory Bowel Disease and two Nurse Endoscopists. They have three advanced trainees as part of the national training scheme.
For this role, you will have broad specialist experience in Gastroenterology and a sound understanding of contemporary models of care. In addition, you will be an innovative thinker with ideas to contribute to the further development of the service.
You will have proven leadership skills and experience working in a multidisciplinary team environment; and an interest in medical education and teaching, including providing supervision and education to medical students, registrars and other clinical staff.
What’s on offer?
- Total package ranges NZ$180,000 - $300,000 per annum, depending on experience
- This includes: Base salary from NZ$164,369 to $244,560 pa, depending on level of experience; On call calculated on top of your base; Continuing Medical Education Allowance NZ$16,000 + 10 days CME leave pa.
- Plus relocation assistance
The Location
Situated right on the banks of the mighty Waikato River, Hamilton is the 4th largest city in NZ and it continues to expand. Key to this growth is its central location, easy access to other parts of the country and its affordability.
Auckland is only a 90 minute drive north and Tauranga is just over an 1hr to the east. The west coast and east coast beaches are within easy reach at weekends from Raglan, Mount Maunganui, Waihi Beach and of course, the stunning Coromandel Peninsula. And don't forget the 18 tranquil lakes towards Rotorua, also just 1hr 30mins away.
Enjoy the premier ski fields during ski season at Turangi and Whakapapa. Nearby Lake Karapiro hosts national rowing and dragonboat regattas each summer. The FMG Stadium Waikato hosts a range of top quality sports from rugby league, rugby sevens and football. Seddon Park is home to cricket in the Waikato, with large cricket events in the summer (the Blackcaps taking on visiting international teams). It's also not far to drive to Hobbiton, which is a great place to take the family for a day out.
- Enjoy an urban or semi-rural lifestyle - whatever suits your family best
- Buoyant property market and a wide range of schools to choose from
- University city, diverse mix of arts and culture, cafes, bars and restaurants
Find out more about the lifestyle in Hamilton here
Medical Registration
Ideally, you will hold FRACP and full Vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ).
If you are an overseas Specialist Gastroenterologist, you will hold equivalent specialist qualifications from either Australia (FRACP), the UK (via CCT), Ireland (via CCT), Canada (FRCPC) or USA (Board certification ABIM) that will enable Provisional Vocational (long term) registration or Locum Tenens (short term up to 12 months) registration.
These are the two pathways for specialist physicians in NZ and we can assist with medical registration and the work visa, if successfully appointed
** Primary Source Verification using EPIC **
A Doctor’s relevant qualifications must be verified by ECFMG using the EPIC system on behalf of the Medical Council of New Zealand.
If you are committed to working in New Zealand, we encourage doctors to start this process off as soon as possible if you hold qualifications from outside NZ. Candidates are invited to log on to EPIC and complete this step online. EPIC verifies your identity and your qualifications directly with you.
Log on to EPIC here and read the FAQs section about how to get started.