Registrar, Surgical

Registrar General Surgical Non Training

Taranaki Base Hospital, New Plymouth

To start on 02 February 2026

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

We are seeking a Registrar for our General Surgery Department that can demonstrate experience in the delivery of high-quality healthcare to patients. Registrars on this run provide services principally to wards in the acute services block, the Emergency Department, HDU / ICU and Day ward under the supervision of the consultant to whom they are attached.

• Clinical Responsibilities : Day to day clinical management of the team's patients including the admission and clerking of acute admissions, attendance at the consultant ward rounds and routine ward work in conjunction with the house surgeon. Participating on the on-call roster. Conduct Outpatient Clinics. Attend meetings as follows : Surgical Services weekly clinical meeting, Radiology review, Clinical Grand Round, Weekly Journal Club. Click here to view the run description.

About the Team

Senior staff comprises six General Surgeons. There are a mix of SET 1 and SET 2 Registrars with non SET Training RMOs. There are six surgical House Officers and one Senior House Officer.

About Taranaki

Taranaki boasts some of New Zealands most iconic natural landscapes like Mt Taranaki and many adventure activities. The rugged and wild coastline is home to more than 12 world-class surf breaks. Taranaki is a place where you can ski and surf in the same day.

For a more relaxing experience, there are many walks (bush, coastal or mountain) as well as art trails, festivals and award-winning museums and galleries and a thriving caf culture.

For more information on living and working in Taranaki click here

About you

It is important you outline in a cover letter your skills, experience and qualifications. Ideally you will hold general registration from the Medical Council of New Zealand or be eligible for such registration for those trained overseas.

Do you share in our vision, our values and will ensure our patients feel supported and cared for throughout their journey with us? We would love to hear from you! - Join us!

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 Maori, 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 Monday 1 December 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Resident Medical Officer Support Unit Manager - Abbey Osborne,

Apply now for this role or get more information by contacting Abbey Osborne.

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