Consultant General Surgeon

• Consultant General Surgeon
• Taranaki Base Hospital, New Plymouth
• Full time 1.0 FTE
• Permanent

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

We are looking for a Consultant General Surgeon who is interested in working in Taranaki to improve, promote, protect and care for the health and wellbeing of the people of Taranaki.

About the Team/Service/ Location

The successful candidate will join a team of eight and will take part in a 1:6 on call roster with registrar and house surgeon support.

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About you

Are you a qualified General Surgeon who can practise in New Zealand who would embrace an exciting opportunity in a beautiful province with fantastic work life balance?

Do you share in our vision, our values and will ensure our patients feel supported and cared for throughout their journey with us?

The successful applicant should have comprehensive experience and training in General Surgery and must have the FRACS with vocational registration or equivalent qualifications. The department has a strong track record with audit and you will be expected to participate and contribute to the departments activities including advanced trainee registrar teaching, supervision of house surgeons, audit and medical student teaching.

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 Maori, 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, 1 November 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Kim Kyle, Surgical Service Manager, via email at kim.kyle@tdhb.org.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.