Otolaryngologist - Head & Neck Surgeon

Otolaryngologist - Head & Neck Surgeon

Christchurch Hospital, Otautahi | Permanent Full-Time

(1.0 FTE)

Shape the future of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck care

in Canterbury.

Join a passionate, highly skilled team providing tertiary-level specialist care

to our communities.

At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are committed to

Pae Ora - Healthy Futures for all.

This role offers the opportunity to

contribute to a nationally significant service while living in a region known

for its vibrant city life, outdoor adventure, and rich cultural heritage.

About the Role

As an Otolaryngology Head & Neck Senior Medical Officer

(SMO), you will provide high-quality specialist care across outpatient clinics,

inpatient services, acute on-call, and planned theatre sessions within a

tertiary teaching environment.

This is a varied and stimulating role that includes

outpatient assessment and management of new and follow-up patients,

participation in multidisciplinary meetings, teaching across multiple

disciplines, and contributing to service development and clinical leadership.

You will also supervise and support Registrars, Fellows, and other clinical

staff as part of your commitment to high-quality training and education.

You will join a service committed to best practice,

continuous improvement, and equitable, patient-centred care across Te

Waipounamu.

About the Team / Service / Location

Our Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery team at

Christchurch Hospital is a collaborative, supportive, and expert group

providing acute and elective ORL services to the Canterbury region and beyond.

As part of a busy tertiary centre, you will work alongside experienced surgeons,

clinical fellows, registrars, nurses, and allied health professionals, all

committed to delivering high-quality patient outcomes.

Otautahi Christchurch offers an enviable lifestyle with easy

access to beaches, mountains, cycling and running trails, and a thriving arts

and food scene.

About You

You will be an engaging, collaborative clinician with a

commitment to clinical excellence, teaching, and improving outcomes for our

diverse communities.

You will bring :

Vocational

registration (or eligibility) in Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery

with the Medical Council of New Zealand

• Demonstrated

expertise in general Otolaryngology, with post-fellowship Head

& Neck training desirable

• Strong

communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work

effectively across disciplines

• Commitment

to cultural responsiveness, equity, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi

principles

• Experience

in teaching and supervision of trainees and students within a tertiary

settingWorking at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to delivering

equitable, high-quality health services for all people living in Aotearoa.

We

value a workforce that reflects our diverse communities and welcome

applications from Maori, Pasifika, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

Click Apply Now to submit your application.

All

applications must be received via our online careers portal.

For further information about this role, please contact :

Recruitment Partner,

We will be reviewing applications as they are received and

may progress with suitable candidates before the closing date.

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected

employees will be given preference and priority for this position.