Interventional Cardiology Fellow 2026

Location: Christchurch Hospital | Employment type: Fixed Term, Full-Time (Commencing 2026)

An outstanding opportunity to further your interventional cardiology training in one of New Zealand’s leading tertiary centres
Work with world-class Consultants, gain specialist procedural experience, and contribute to a high-performing, patient-centred team.

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

As an Interventional Cardiology Fellow, you’ll be part of a high-volume service delivering over 1000 PCIs annually, including 24/7 STEMI coverage and a thriving structural heart disease programme. You’ll gain hands-on experience in PCI including complex PCI including LM stenting, bifurcations, atherectomy and CTO. You will also be exposed to advanced intracoronary imaging (OCT/IVUS) techniques and physiology (FFR/CFR/IMR/iFR).

This is a rare opportunity to work alongside experienced Consultants in an accredited advanced training department, further developing your expertise in a collaborative and innovative environment. You will also participate in the after-hours roster covering cardiology admissions and inpatients.

About the Team/Service/Location

Our Interventional Cardiology team is based at Christchurch Hospital, the major tertiary referral centre for the South Island. With six Interventional Cardiologists and a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, we provide high-quality cardiac services to a population of nearly 600,000. The team is known for its supportive culture, academic involvement, and commitment to clinical excellence.

For more information on living and working in Christchurch, click here.

About You

As a successful candidate for this role, you will:

• Have completed advanced training in Cardiology (FRACP, MRCP (UK) or equivalent).
• Have at least two years of Specialist Training in Cardiology.
• Be competent in diagnostic coronary angiography (PCI experience is an advantage but not essential).
• Be eligible for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (see www.mcnz.org.nz/registration).
• Be available to commence the role in August 2026.

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 serve 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.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Amy Walker – Recruitment Specialist –Amy.Walker@tewhatuora.govt.health

We will be reviewing applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date.

Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai – Join us in shaping the future of cardiology care in Aotearoa!