Consultant Otolaryngologist (Fixed term)

Wellington Regional Hospital, Kenepuru Hospital, and Hutt Hospital, with outreach to Wairarapa Hospital.

Otolaryngology (Ears, Nose and Throat - ENT) Service.

Fixed term (July 2026 - November 2026), part time/full time.

As per ASMS SECA.

The ENT service is looking for a General Otolaryngologist to cover a 4–5 month gap from July 2026 to November 2026. The position is ideally up to full time 1 FTE and is for adult and paediatric services. The successful applicant will be a highly motivated team player and will enjoy a very collegial relationship. The role is based at Wellington Regional Hospital but the successful candidate will be expected to work across the greater Wellington region in line with the sub-regional ENT service. The position will involve a range of acute and elective general ORL surgery. Some undergraduate teaching is expected as well as supervision and teaching of registrars in the otolaryngology training rotation.

The department currently consists of nine general and subspecialist surgeons who provide a wide range of service to the greater Wellington region and tertiary level care for the wider region. The services include:

• General otolaryngology
• Rhinology and anterior skull base surgery
• Otology
• Lateral skull base and cochlear implantation
• Paediatric otolaryngology
• Head and neck surgery

We work in close collaboration with oncology, neurosurgery, plastic surgery, paediatric and neurosurgery services. Suitable candidates will have opportunities for research.

The ideal candidate is:

• Vocationally registered in Otolaryngology with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ); FRACS or equivalent qualification and eligible for MCNZ registration.
• Fellowship sub-specialty trained in otology.
• A collaborative and team‑focused approach within a multidisciplinary environment.
• Participates in relevant service and clinical meetings.
• Has relevant clinical experience and training.

Wellington offers a balance of lifestyle benefits and natural beauty, a vibrant cultural scene, cafés and restaurants, reliable public transport, and easy access to beaches, parks and walking trails. The city’s compact layout makes commuting relatively straightforward, while its strong sense of community and high quality of life make it attractive to individuals, couples, and families alike.

The greater Wellington region offers a variety of surrounding communities that provide different lifestyles while remaining well connected to the city. Hutt Valley (Hutt Hospital) and Porirua (Kenepuru Hospital) are approximately 15–30 minutes from central Wellington. They are popular with families due to green spaces, diverse communities, shopping and recreation facilities. Further north, the Kapiti Coast is approximately 40–60 minutes from Wellington and is renowned for its beautiful beaches, relaxed lifestyle, growing town centres, and strong appeal to families, professionals, and retirees seeking more space while maintaining access to the capital.

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