General Surgery Non-Training Registrar, Nelson Hospital (August 2026)

General Surgical Registrar Non Training, Nelson Hospital, Permanent Full-time. Explore surgical pathways and seek to develop new skills in different surgical disciplines. 6 month rotation of specialities in General Surgery, Vascular, Urology, ENT. Personal preferences will be taken into account. About the Role As a Non-Training Surgical Registrar you will provide cover for General Surgery, Vascular, Urology, and ENT when on after hours. This role is dynamic, allowing exposure to a variety of surgical sub‑specialties and ensuring a broad and varied clinical experience. It offers an excellent opportunity for Registrars to gain experience across multiple surgical specialties in a dynamic and collegial team environment. We are committed to accommodating applicants’ preferences wherever possible to support career aspiration and sub‑specialty interests. There are six NT General Surgical Roles, two Urology roles, one Vascular role, and one ENT role. Two full‑time positions on the roster cover leave internally with Run category B hours. You will work as a base between 8:00AM and 4:30PM Monday to Friday. Extra hours are paid for within the contract to allow days to extend to cover clinical sessions. Long days run from 4:00PM to 10:30PM, and nights from 10:00PM to 8:30AM. Weekend days run from 8:00AM to 10:30PM; weekend nights from 10:00PM to 8:30AM for both Saturday and Sunday. Night shifts will be Monday to Thursday or Friday to Sunday. About the Team / Service / Location The Surgical Departments at Nelson Hospital provide comprehensive surgical services to the Nelson Marlborough region. The departments cover a wide range of elective and acute surgical procedures. Key features of the service include fully equipped operating theatres, endoscopy suites, and advanced diagnostic resources; a collegial team of consultants, registrars, and house officers; and opportunities to gain experience across a spectrum of surgical conditions and procedures. About You Provide patient care under consultant supervision, including in theatres, wards, clinics, and emergency settings. Participate in the acute on‑call roster, including nights and weekends. Collaborate across surgical teams to ensure high‑quality, patient‑centred care. Be eligible for an Annual Practising Certificate and the General scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand. Have PGY3 and above including prior surgical experience. Have strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team. Have a commitment to patient‑centred care and professional development. Obtain ACLS certification (or be willing to obtain it prior to commencement). Must be eligible to work in NewZealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying. Commitment to Diversity Health NewZealand | Te WhatuOra is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, inviting applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. We embrace an equitable and inclusive environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr