Orthogeriatrician - SMO

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Waitemata District serves the largest population in New Zealand providing services to more than 640,000 people and employing more than 8,800 staff. We have a diverse population with complex, interesting and challenging presentations. 

Our organisation values and promise statement – Best Care for Everyone – serve to inspire us to continuously improve to provide the best care possible to each and every person and their family within our community.

Our Orthopaedic Department admits the second highest number of over 65-year-old that have suffered traumatic hip fractures. Our service is seeking an additional dedicated Consultant Orthogeriatrican to work alongside our existing dynamic, passionate and dedicated Orthogeriatrican.

You will join our SMO team of friendly, enthusiastic and dedicated professionals.

You will work collaboratively to provide excellent care to all our over 65 population that have suffered traumatic injury or required specialist input after elective surgery.

You would be working across both North Shore and Waitakere hospital sites. You will be working in an environment that welcomes innovative practice and collegial working relationships. 

Flexibility to work with patients of various cultures and age is essential, as is self-motivation, excellent communication, administrative and time management skills.

In return you will be given a wonderful opportunity to work in a supportive environment with many opportunities to grow and develop your skills.

To view a position description, click here

To apply please visit www.wdhbcareers.com

For an informal discussion about this position, please contact Ben Bradley –Senior Recruitment Consultant at ben.bradley@waitematdhb.govt.nz

Job code: WDHB17379

Closing date: 11th May 2024