• Be a part of NZ’s National heart transplant and mechanical support program
• Fixed-term full-time position

Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity

We are inviting applications from registrars who would like to train and work in NZ’s national heart transplant and mechanical support program. This role offers a unique opportunity to train in all aspects of heart transplantation, mechanical circulatory support, and management of patients with end-stage heart failure, referred from throughout the country, as part of a cohesive, dynamic and dedicated team. Aspects of the position include work-up of patients referred for transplantation, involvement in the transplant process and early and long-term care and follow-up.

This is a fixed term full-time position - with 0.6 FTE focussed on end-stage heart failure management, and a further 0.4 FTE to pursue an area of sub-specialty interest within cardiology (for example imaging) or for cardiovascular research, the latter following appropriate research grant applications (this will require discussion by the applicant with the University of Auckland Heart Health Research Group).The position is for 12 months commencing in February 2025 or soon thereafter as agreed.

For all aspects of this role and experience/knowledge required please see the position description

For more information on this opportunity, please contact Dr Tom Pasley ([email protected]) or Dr Cara Wasywich ([email protected])

Nga Pūkenga Motuhake | Important Skills

To be successful in this role-

You will need to have completed your advanced training in cardiology and will hold or be eligible for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (www.mcnz.org.nz).

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation

We are Te Whatu Ora Te Toka Tumai Auckland. We provide health and disability services to more than half a million people living in central Auckland, regional services for Northland and greater Auckland, and specialist national services for the whole of New Zealand. Our main sites are Auckland City Hospital, Greenlane Clinical Centre and Starship Children’s Hospital, located in central Auckland. We are part of Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand, the overarching organisation for New Zealand’s National Health Service. Te Whatu Ora leads the day-to-day running of the health system, with functions delivered at local, district, regional and national levels.

We are committed to upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi and providing culturally safe care. We value role modelling manaakitanga as demonstrated by Ngāti Whātua in the gifting of their whenua on which our hospitals stand. We aspire to having a workforce reflective of the communities we serve and achieving equitable outcomes for all.

He aha ngā painga o tēnei mahi mōu | Why you will enjoy working here

Your wellbeing matters! We recognise there is more to life than work, and we encourage and provide access to all our staff several services and benefits to support themselves whilst they are employed within Te Whatu Ora,Te Toka Tumai Auckland. With a diverse range of amenities, including accessible healthcare, education, and entertainment options, Auckland offers an excellent quality of life.

For more information on what we offerplease click here

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Apply now at www.careers.adhb.govt.nz quoting job title and reference numberAUC19432

Please attach a Cover Letter and your latest CV. If you have any queries about this opportunity or accessibility or technical issues with the online process, please contact Aqeela Razvi, Recruitment Consultant at[email protected] to discuss how we can best support your application.

Click here to view details about our recruitment process

The remuneration for this position is covered by a collective agreement: (ASMS Senior Medical & Dental Officers MECA August 31, 2024

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Immigration/Visa Support

Immigration NZ has introduced a new Accredited Employer Work Visa system from 4 July 2022. For some positions this includes a clear pathway to residency. And of course, for successful candidates offered a position with us who require a Work Visa, we will provide support with their Visa application.

Here is a link for more informationImmigration NZ Accredited Employer Work Visa.