Ko wai mātou | Who are we
At Te Toka Tumai | Auckland DHB, 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 have a workforce reflective of the communities we serve and achieve equitable outcomes for all.
The Adult and Emergency Division of Anaesthesia is the regional and national provider of anaesthesia and perioperative medicine for many specialties, including transplantation, and provides anaesthesia services for very complex patients. We are NZ’s prominent teaching hospital and take great pride in the professional development of our employees.
Te whiwhinga mahi| The Opportunity
We have twelve month and six month fixed-term Clinical Fellowships available with Auckland City Hospital Department ofAdult and Emergency Anaesthesia, commencing in February and August 2023. These provide the opportunity to develop skills in the following sub-specialties (Click the link to view the position description) :-
In addition, we also have fellowship opportunities in a combined position with the University of Auckland available in:
Medical Simulation(Click here to view Position Description)
Based at the Simulation Centre for Patient Safety (SCPS)www.fmhs.auckland.ac.nz/som/anaes/scpsat University of Auckland, this position also has a clinical component based at Auckland City Hospital with the Adult and Emergency Division of Anaesthesia. Along with clinical skills, you will acquire a broad skill set in simulation techniques, supporting educational theory and research during the year. SCPS has an active research programme and also delivers simulation-based education for undergraduates and postgraduate health professionals.
Clinical Anaesthesia Research(Click here to view the Position Description)
This appointment will be 50% research and 50% clinical, with call. Candidates with existing research qualifications (eg PhD, Masters) will be looked upon favourably. The fellow will be expected topursue research that contributes to the department of Anaesthesia. Linkages with the University of Auckland would be encouraged. You may have the opportunity to hold this position for up to two years. Key outputs would include the design, conduct and writing up of several clinical research projects on a theme. The fellow would also be encouraged to attend courses in statistics and epidemiology as appropriate to their experience. There will be flexibility in the start date for this position. For more information about this research position, please contact Dr Timothy Short on[email protected]
Nga Pūkenga Motuhake | Important Skills
Ideally, youare likely to be either nearing the end of your training, or have recently completed a formal anaesthesia training programme, but seeking additional structured training in the above sub-specialties. These posts are generally not suitable for applicants who are more than 12 months post FANZCA or equivalent qualification, or for anyone with provisional specialist registration.
You will be either registered or be eligible for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand. Please note you will be required to providesource verificationof your qualifications for your registration application.
He aha ngā painga o tēnei mahi mōu | Whyyou willenjoy working here
Te Toka Tumai recognises that our kaimahi are our biggest strength. We have a solid commitment to lifelong learning demonstrated through the professional development programs we have available. We invest in collective work and staff training to improve patient care. We supplement this by creating an environment built on equity and respect while working together in caring, cohesive teams and providing opportunities for advancement.
In addition:
- Generous allowance for continuing medical education
- 6 weeks annual leave (pro-rata)
- Reimbursement of professional expenses (pro-rata)
You will be mentored and encouraged to develop a consultant approach to patient assessment and the conduct of anaesthesia, as well as having the opportunity to develop and improve teaching, audit and research skills.
We also offer a wide range of opportunities to learn new clinical skills, such as ultrasound-guided regional blockade, and exposure to sophisticated pre-operative assessment techniques. The posts are recognised for the provisional fellowship year (PFY) for the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (ANZCA).
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply
To apply, please click on the link belowand make an online application providingfull contact details including email of three clinical references in your CV including your current supervisor. Your referees may be contacted before short listing for interview.
Please note - at least one of these referees should be your current supervisor / Clinical Lead and the other two can be a senior colleague who have worked with you within the last two years in the same specialty.
Our 12 month positions are usually divided into two 6-month positions.Please provide an ordered preference for sub-specialty positions you would like to undertake in your Cover Letter while submitting application. This allows us to appropriately offer positions should you be unsuccessful in your first choice.
Advertising closes on: 7th May. We expect interviews to take place May 18-20.
For more information about the positions or the selection process, please contact Fellowship Director Dr Tom Fernandez, Anaesthetist at[email protected].
If you have any queries about this opportunity or accessibility or technical issues with the online process, please contactKavitha John, Recruitment Consultant on [email protected], to discuss how we can best support your application.