Head of Department - Otorhinolaryngology

Head of Department - Otorhinolaryngology

North Island - Bay of Plenty – Tauranga, North Island

• Permanent-fulltime position (with 0.1 FTE allocated to HOD position)
• Lead a team with guidance and support

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

The Head of the Department of Otorhinolaryngology plays a vital role, working collaboratively with the team to provide effective, high-quality leadership across all areas of service delivery. As the Head of Department, you will work in partnership with service cluster leaders to provide support, leadership and management of medical staff working within the ORL Service across the District. You will be a Senior Medical Officer, with relevant experience in ORL services.

This role provides direct leadership, coaching and support to colleagues within the service, and participates in recruitment, professional reviews, and practice development. There is a pressing need to ensure that the development of ORL services both align with organisational goals and values and meets the needs of a diverse and rapidly growing population across the Bay of Plenty.

You will be an equity focussed, courageous communicator and dynamic leader who can empower individuals and teams to flourish. If you think you've got what it takes to perform this crucial role, then please make an online application ensuring you highlight your brilliance via your CV and cover letter.

The successful applicant will have 0.1FTE of their current FTE allocated to the leadership responsibilities, along with an annual allowance / stipend. This leadership role is a three-year tenure.

Please click hereto view the Otorhinolaryngology Position Description

Please click hereto view the Head of Department Position Description

About you

Critical requirements :

As a respected Otorhinolaryngology specialist with a minimum of 5 years experience , you will have proven attributes of a team player and be passionate about the wellbeing of our people and patients. You will be able to demonstrate your leadership qualities when working alongside and supporting your colleagues.

This role is about supporting and empowering individuals to develop their skills and overseeing service delivery, to achieve organisational outcomes within budgeted resources.

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 Wednesday 27th of August. If you have any questions about the role, please contact

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

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