Plastic Surgeon | Cleft Subspecialty

Shape thefuture of cleft and reconstructive surgery in Aotearoa - Join a passionatemultidisciplinary team delivering life-changing care.Join ourdedicated Plastic Surgery team based at Christchurch Hospital, where you willcombine your expertise in general plastic surgery with a special interest inCleft Lip and Palate as part of a regionally significant service.

This is arare and rewarding opportunity to lead and contribute to the lifelong care oftamariki and rangatahi born with cleft conditions, as well as influenceinnovation in the broader field of reconstructive surgery.Benefitsof joining us : Collaborative team culture in atertiary hospital environmentOpportunity to contribute to theonly South Island-based cleft serviceFull involvement in teaching,research, and service developmentStrong links with the Universityof Otago, Christchurch School of MedicineLiving in beautiful OtautahiChristchurch - gateway to the mountains, beaches, and vibrant culturallifeHealth NewZealand | Te Whatu Orais firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and iscommitted to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.About theRoleAs a ConsultantPlastic Surgeon - Cleft Subspecialty, you will join a skilled andmultidisciplinary team delivering general plastic surgery alongside a dedicatedcleft lip and palate service.

The role includes outpatient clinics, theatresessions, acute call duties, cleft clinics, and liaison with the visitingcraniofacial team.Your cleftwork will involve pre- and post-operative planning, operating lists,multidisciplinary clinics, and long-term patient management.

You will alsosupport the ongoing development of service delivery models, regional outreach,and training for junior doctors and students.About theTeam / Service / LocationOur PlasticSurgery department is based at Christchurch Hospital, a major tertiaryreferral centre.

The service covers a broad spectrum of plastics includingtrauma, burns, breast, skin cancer, hand, and reconstructive surgery.

You - ll bejoining a supportive, forward-thinking team with a strong focus on equity,service excellence, and collaborative care.About YouTo besuccessful in this role, you will have : Vocational registration inPlastic and Reconstructive Surgery with the Medical Council of New ZealandFellowship training in Cleft Lipand Palate surgery (e.g.

post-FRACS subspecialty fellowship)Broad clinical experience acrossgeneral plastic surgery domainsExcellent communication skillsand ability to work in multidisciplinary teamsA commitment to teaching, servicedevelopment, and equity-focused careWorking atHealth New ZealandHealth NewZealand | Te Whatu Orais dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa.

Weembrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are betterpositioned to understand and serve our communities.

We welcome applicationsfrom our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How toApplyTo apply,please click - apply now.

• All applications must be submitted through ouronline careers portal.We willreview applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment processbefore the closing date of this advert.Job detailsJob Reference : Job Reference : PC3673247Location : South Island - Canterbury - ChristchurchJob type : Job type : Permanent Full timeExpertise : Clinical - Senior Medical Officers, Medical Officers and Fellows - Plastics and Burns

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