Orthopaedics

Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeon

• Christchurch HospitalŌtautahi Christchurch | 1 Year, Full-time Fixed TermEnjoy a collegial and supportive environment with accessto professional development, research opportunities, and a world-renownedorthopaedic department.Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in theprinciples of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health systemthat serves all New Zealanders.About the RoleAs an Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeon, you will play a vital rolein delivering high-quality trauma care to patients in Ōtautahi Christchurch andthe greater Te Waipounamu region.

You will work alongside a dedicated andexperienced orthopaedic team, managing acute trauma cases and contributing tothe ongoing education of registrars and junior medical staff.This is an exciting opportunity to work in a tertiaryhospital environment with a high volume of complex trauma cases, providing youwith both clinical challenge and professional satisfaction.

Your role will alsoinclude participating in an on-call roster, involvement in clinical governance,and the potential to contribute to orthopaedic research and innovation.About the Team, Service, and LocationOur Orthopaedic Department at Christchurch Hospital is oneof the largest in New Zealand, renowned for excellence in trauma care andsurgical training.

We have a strong collaborative team culture with closeworking relationships across surgical and emergency services.Christchurch, the largest city in Te Waipounamu, offers afantastic lifestyle with access to the outdoors, excellent schools, and avibrant cultural scene.For more information on living andworking in Christchurch, click here.About YouYou will be a committed and experienced Orthopaedic Surgeonwith a special interest and expertise in trauma surgery.

You will alsodemonstrate:Vocational registration (or eligibility for registration) with the Medical Council of New Zealand in Orthopaedic SurgeryFellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) or equivalent qualificationAdvanced training and experience in orthopaedic trauma, ideally within a tertiary settingA collaborative approach to multidisciplinary care and service developmentA passion for teaching and mentoring junior doctors and surgical traineesWorking at Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuringexcellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.

We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific,disabled, and rainbow communities.

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• All applications must besubmitted through our online careers portal.

If you have any questions aboutthe role, please contact Kris Dalzell ( Clinical Director Orthopaedics)email: kristian.dalzell@cdhb.health.nzWe will be reviewing applications as they are received andmay progress with interviews before the closing date.