Radiologist

Radiologists at Te Whatu Ora Tairawhiti make a difference in a smallcommunity, staff a modern radiology department, see unbelievablepathology, value quality over profits, and have a great work-lifebalance. The radiology service at Te Whatu Ora Tairawhiti is a small, dynamicteam looking to employ a suitability qualified Radiologist. This rolewill work collaboratively and cohesively with the radiology team toprovide effective services for the Tairawhiti region. Applicants are expected to have a general scope of radiologist skillsincluding ultrasound, MRI and CT. The Department is hospital based andprovides a mix of inpatient, emergency and outpatient imaging for acommunity of approximately 47,000 people. Time is split with 70%clinical responsibilities and 30% non-clinical. It is expected that youwill also participate in the on call roster which is currently an ‘athome call’ one in four nights. Day to day responsibilities include interpreting exams, triaging andprotocoling imaging requests, consulting with referring clinicians, andsupporting the radiology technology staff. Light intervention andmammography are optional. There are opportunities to teach local medicaland surgical house officers as well as radiology registrars within theMidlands Region. We are looking to receive applications from people who are keen towork in a partnership with our Head of Department and other team membersto develop new imaging services and work on continuous improvementwithin our Radiology Department. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to be part of anew era at Gisborne Hospital with the commencement of a state-of-the-artmedical imaging research centre based at the hospital. The MātaiMedical Research Institute centre focuses on mild traumatic braininjury, among other things, and could make Gisborne a world-leadingcentre in MRI. To be successful you must have the following Medical Council of NewZealand (MCNZ) Vocational registration in the Scope of Practice ofDiagnostic and interventional radiology or be an overseas trainedRadiologist eligible for MCNZ registration under the Special Scope ofPractice Locum Tenens category. Situated on the eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, Gisbourne”Tairāwhiti” – “The light shines on the water” is the first city in theworld to see the rising sun of the new day. Our region offers vastgolden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands, withsignificant historical landmarks, natural wonders and a deep connectionto Māori culture. We enjoy a pleasant climate, short commutes and arelaxed approach that creates a work-life offering that is enviable tomost that are not yet here. Our lifestyle is about time. Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti works to increase collaboration,strengthen leadership and accountability, and improve equity of accessand outcomes across the health service. We’re shifting the emphasistowards primary and community care allowing more people to be cared forclose to home, and take a greater role in their own health andwellbeing. Our values form the acronym WAKA. They reflect our voyaging heritage,guiding us on our journey to create a healthier Tairawhiti by workingtogether. W hakarangatira/enrich - Enriching the health of our community by doing our very best. A whi/support - Supporting our tūroro/patients their whānau/families, our community partners and each other. K otahitanga/togetherness - Together we can achieve more. A roha/compassion - Empathy, we care for people and people want to be cared for by us. Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to Apply Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti are committed to improving Māorihealth outcomes and achieving health equity for Māori through Te Tiriti oWaitangi obligations. We aspire to having a workforce reflective of thecommunities we serve and achieving equitable outcomes for all. It is desirable that new employees of Te Whatu Ora are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. For further information on this role, please email Dan Cornfeld at [email protected], DebbieCordiner at [email protected] or Carl McDonald [email protected] and please indicate the vacancy number(HAU00613) and job title in the subject line. #J-18808-Ljbffr