Thoracic Fellow

Job Description

- Thoracic Fellow (WAI29038)Thoracic Fellow:WAI29038

• Thoracic Surgery, Waikato Hospital
• Permanent Full time – 40 hours per week

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

Applications are invited for the position of Fellow, Thoracic Surgery at Waikato Hospital. We are seeking doctors who have completed their cardiothoracic or general surgical training, have acquired speciality fellowship or its equivalent and who are able to complete routine thoracic procedures independently.

The successful applicant will be required to:

• manage thoracic surgery outpatients and inpatients in the Cardiothoracic Surgery Department under the supervision of the Cardiothoracic Surgeon
• undertake clinical duties as directed by the Head of Department, Cardiothoracic Surgery
• participate in departmental meetings, thoracic surgical audit and be involved in teaching and service development
• conduct research and quality improvement projects

The fellowship provides experience in various aspects of adult thoracic surgery including oncological management of malignancies of the thorax and benign diseases of the chest. Endobronchial procedures and thoracic trauma are included.

The fellow will oversee and guide registrars in the day-to-day postoperative care of thoracic surgery patients. Fellows in this program are expected to involve themselves in divisional research activities and prepare presentations for research events.

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About the Team/Service

The Waikato Cardiothoracic Unit, the second largest in the country, performs over 650 open heart procedures and around 200 thoracic procedures a year with an emphasis on minimally invasive surgery including uni and multiportal access.

About Hamilton

Waikato Hospital is a major regional hospital in Hamilton and is a leading tertiary teaching hospital located in Hamilton, New Zealand, serving as the regional hub for the Midland area, which includes the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Lakes, Tairawhiti, and Taranaki districts. With around 722 inpatient beds, 22 operating theatres, and a dedicated outpatient clinic and procedure centre, Waikato Hospital provides comprehensive hospital services, including radiology, laboratory, and pharmacy. As a major teaching hospital with affiliations to the University of Auckland, University of Waikato, and Wintec, it offers a dynamic learning environment and access to research opportunities. The hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities located on the Waiora Waikato Hospital Campus, with both road and air ambulance support.

Hamilton, where Waikato Hospital is situated, is a vibrant city nestled alongside the scenic Waikato River, offering a perfect mix of nature and culture. Explore the stunning Hamilton Gardens, home to themed gardens from Italy to Asia, or visit the Waikato Museum to delve into the region's rich history. The city also boasts the Hamilton Zoo, where you can walk through an aviary filled with native birds. Hamilton is a lively hub, with a variety of cafes, restaurants, and bars, along with events like rugby, cricket, and the famous National Agricultural Fieldays and Balloons over Waikato festival. With its vibrant atmosphere and proximity to outdoor adventures, Hamilton is an ideal place to live and work.