Casual Radiation Oncologistat Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Toka Tumai Auckland -
The Radiation Oncology Service is increasing research opportunities across the patient care pathway.
The department is involved in clinical trials including from the Trans
-Tasman Radiation Oncology Group (TROG) and the Medical Research Council (MRC) in the UK.In mid-2026 the regional service will expand to become multi campus commencing with a radiation oncology department in Whangārei.Until that time the service will continue with the visiting Radiation Oncologist clinic provision.A full radiation treatment programme is provided including Paediatric Radiation Oncology, Brachytherapy and Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy.
In collaboration with the University of Auckland, Auckland City Hospital is recognised for its academic programme and is the largest teaching hospital in New Zealand.There is an active Registrar training Programme with eleven Radiation Oncology Registrars.The successful applicant will join a team of 23 Radiation Oncologists and will be responsible for one or more sub-specialty areas of interest.
The department is looking for Radiation Oncologists with experience and passion in any of the following tumour streams: Breast, Lung, GU, GI, and Haematology, including Palliative RT.
Experience in these alongside VMAT, IGRT are essential.
Experience with SABR is desirable.Many of our protocols involve combined radiation and chemotherapy, and we work closely with the medical oncologists and haematologists, who are also based in the service.
The successful applicant should demonstrate a strong ability to work in a team environment and providing high quality multi-disciplinary care.
A strong academic record, broad experience in Radiation Oncology and interest in research are required.
The successful applicant should contribute to improvement initiatives as part of multi-disciplinary team.Please click here for the position descriptionAbout YouApplications are invited from suitably qualified Medical Practitioners.Fellowship of the RANZCR Faculty of Radiation Oncology and vocational registration, or eligibility for vocational registration, in the specialty of Radiation Oncology with the NZMC are mandatory requirements for this position
- www.mcnz.org.nzFor further information about this opportunity, please contact Louise Simonsen (Service Clinical Director)
- LSimonsen@adhb.govt.nz or 021614598About Te Pūriri o Te Ora Kia ora from our teamTe Pūriri o Te Ora is the name that has been gifted to our northern regional cancer and blood services by Kahurangi Rangimārie Naida Glavish of Ngāti Whātua, Chief Advisor Tikanga for Te Toka Tumai Auckland.
Te Pūriri o Te Ora means the Pūriri tree of wellbeing and speaks to the many qualities and gifts of the Pūriri tree and our aspiration to provide a place of healing and wellbeing for our communities.Te Pūriri o Te Ora is the biggest cancer and blood service within Aotearoa, providing care to approximately 40% of the country.
We provide a wide range of services including Medical and Radiation Oncology, Haematology, Āwhinatia Te Tangata (specialist Māori Health team), Cancer Support Team (specialist psychological and social support), Research, Genetics Services, and the NZ Familial Gastrointestinal Cancer Service.The values that underpin the way we care and work with patients, whānau and kaimahi across Te Pūriri o Te Ora are Whanaungatanga, Manaakitanga, Kotahitanga, Āhurutanga, Mana Motuhake and Wairuatanga.Like the diversity of birdlife that occupy the Pūriri tree, we look for and welcome applications from all whānau including our Māori, Pacific, disabled and rainbow communities.We hope that you will join us in our collective commitment to manaaki and serve all who call upon us for their cancer care, and help provide a common place of protection, nurture, healing and enduring strength for all.
Kia ora!For more information about the story of Te Pūriri o Te Ora click hereWorking at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu OraHealth 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 serve our community.
We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to ApplyTo apply please click apply now.
All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Jade Cowley (Recruitment Consultant) jade.cowley@tewhatuora.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.