O&G Physician

Obstetrics & Gynaecology Medical Specialist – Christchurch Hospital Campus

Permanent Full-time & Part Time Opportunities available (0.75 FTE)

Why this is a great role

Join Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora at a time of transformation as we implement Pae Ora -Healthy Futures. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a service that values excellence, collaboration, and equity. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality obstetric and gynaecology care for the population of Waitaha Canterbury.

Benefits

• Work in a tertiary-level Women’s Health Service with a strong multidisciplinary team.
• Opportunities for clinical leadership, teaching, and research.
• Access to professional development and CPD support.
• Live and work in Christchurch – a vibrant city with easy access to beaches, mountains, and outdoor activities.

About the Role

As an Obstetrics & Gynaecology Medical Specialist, you will provide expert care across inpatient and outpatient settings, including acute assessment areas and operating theatres. Your responsibilities will include:

• Acute obstetric and gynaecology services.
• Ward rounds and acute inpatient reviews.
• Antenatal care in partnership with Lead Maternity Carers.
• Outpatient clinics (including colposcopy and/or hysteroscopy).
• Participation in the on-call roster.
• Supporting registrar training and contributing to service development projects.

This role also offers opportunities to engage in multidisciplinary meetings, clinical governance, and quality improvement initiatives.

About the Team/Location

Our Women’s Health Service is based at Christchurch Hospital Campus, providing secondary and tertiary care for the Canterbury region and supporting services on the West Coast. You will join a collaborative team of obstetricians, midwives, sonographers, radiologists, geneticists, and allied specialists.

About You

We are looking for a specialist who is passionate about delivering high-quality care and committed to equity. You will have:

• Vocational Registration in Obstetrics & Gynaecology with the Medical Council of NZ.
• Membership of RANZCOG or equivalent.
• Broad clinical experience across secondary and tertiary O&G settings.
• Demonstrated commitment to clinical teaching and research.

Additional desirable skills:

• Advanced laparoscopic surgery (including endometriosis management).
• Obstetric ultrasound expertise (DDU or willingness to train) and a willingness/ability to support our FMM service .
• Experience in pelvic pain management.
• Willingness to support the Transalpine Rural Generalist Obstetrics (RGO) model with travel to the West Coast (Te Tai Poutini) as an established rostered duty .

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply, please click “Apply Now.” All applications must be submitted online via our careers portal. For more information about the role please contact :Amy.Walker@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will be reviewing applications as they are received and may progress with suitable candidates before the closing date.