Surgical Non-Training Registrars, Nelson Hospital

Surgical Registrar Non Training, Nelson Hospital, Permanent Full-time

• Explore surgical pathways and seek to develop new skills in different surgical disciplines.

• 6 month rotation of specialities in ENT, Urology, Surgery, Vascular and Relief.
  Personal preferences will be taken into account.

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 a Surgical Registrar Non Training, you willprovide cover for General Surgery, Vascular, Urology, and ENT registrars when they are on nights, fatigue days, or on-call weeks. This role is dynamic, allowing exposure to a variety of surgical sub-specialties, ensuring a broad and varied clinical experience.

These are non-training positions providing an excellent opportunity for Registrars seeking to gain experience across multiple surgical specialties, with a mix of focused roles and relief opportunities in a dynamic and collegial team environment. We are committed to accommodating applicants' preferences wherever possible to support career aspiration and sub-specialty interests.

It is our intention to change the roster next year, at which point you will be advised to participate in a 24/7 rotating Monday to Sunday.

There are 6 full-time permanent positions (1.0 FTE). You will work between 8.00am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday. Long days from 4.30pm to10.30pm, and Nights from 10.00pm to 8.30am. Weekend days from 8:00am to 10:30pm; weekend nights from 10.00pm to 8.30am. There is no on-call.

Night shifts will be Monday to Thursday or Friday to Sunday.

About the Team/Service/ Location

The General Surgery Department at Nelson Hospital provides comprehensive surgical services to the Nelson Marlborough region. The department covers a wide range of elective and acute general surgical procedures, including gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, endocrine, and laparoscopic surgery. Key features of the service include fully equipped operating theatres, endoscopy suites, and advanced diagnostic resources; a collegial team of General Surgery consultants, registrars, and house officers; and opportunities to gain experience across a broad spectrum of surgical conditions and procedures.

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About you

As a Surgical Registrar Non Training, you will:

• Provide patient care under consultant supervision, including in theatres, wards, clinics, and emergency settings.
• Participate in the acute on-call roster, including nights and weekends.
• Collaborate across surgical teams to ensure high-quality, patient-centred care

• Be eligible for an Annual Practising Certificate and General scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand.
• Have PGY3 and above including prior surgical experience.
• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Have a commitment to patient-centred care and professional development.
• Obtain ACLS certification (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement).

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 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 by 09 June 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact

Sonja Rae (recruitment) at sonja.rae@tewhatuora.govt.nz OR

Loretta Matheson (RMO Team Leader) Loretta.Matheson@nmdhb.govt.nz  or phone 027 246 0080 .

Job ref: RMO25-014

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