Paediatric Surgeon

About the Role 

Are you a passionate and experienced Paediatric Surgeon looking to make a meaningful impact across Te Waipounamu?

We are seeking a committed Paediatric Surgical Specialist to join our dynamic and collaborative Child Health Service team at Christchurch Hospital. This is a unique opportunity to deliver high-quality surgical care to children and young people across the South Island, while actively contributing to service development, clinical governance, and education. We welcome applications from general paediatric surgeons, particularly those with a special interest in paediatric urology.

• Deliver specialist surgical care in both inpatient and outpatient settings, including outreach clinics and elective operating across Te Waipounamu (the South Island of New Zealand).

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including paediatricians, neonatologists, anaesthetists, oncologists, and allied health professionals.
• Participate in the regional paediatric surgical on-call roster.
• Contribute to clinical teaching, research, and continuous quality improvement.
• Engage in service development and support national guidelines for rare and complex conditions.

Skills and experience 

• Fellowship with the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons endorsed in Paediatric Surgery by the time the appointment is taken up

• Registration as a specialist medical practitioner with the Medical Council of New Zealand.
• A broad scope of practice across paediatric surgery
• A special interest, training and expertise in paediatric Urology desirable
• A passion for improving outcomes for tamariki (children) and rangatahi (youth) across diverse communities.

Working for Health New Zealand 

• Be part of a supportive, collegial team committed to excellence in child health.
• Work in a role that spans clinical care, education, research, and leadership.
• Enjoy the lifestyle and natural beauty of Waitaha Canterbury and the wider South Island.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellnesses. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes. 

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. 

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion  

• We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter. 

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

How to Apply 

To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online career’s portal.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Amy Walker at amy.walker@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz 

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.