• Join a specialist service delivering high-quality Maxillofacial care across the Canterbury region in New Zealand
• Opportunity to combine complex clinical work, teaching, service development and research
• Enjoy an exceptional lifestyle in Christchurch with easy access to mountains, beaches, adventure and family-friendly communities

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Consultant Maxillofacial Surgeon to join our Maxillofacial Surgery service at Christchurch Hospital.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a broad range of Maxillofacial services while working within a highly collaborative multidisciplinary environment. You will provide high-quality clinical care across outpatient clinics, operating theatre sessions, acute and on-call responsibilities, and inpatient services.

Alongside clinical responsibilities, this role offers opportunities to contribute to education, research and service improvement initiatives. You will play an important role in teaching and supporting Registrars, House Officers, Medical Students, Nursing staff and Allied Health professionals, while helping maintain a culture of continuous learning and excellence.

The successful candidate will participate in a 1:3 on-call roster and contribute to providing equitable, patient-focused care aligned with best-practice principles.

About the Team/Service/Location

The Maxillofacial Surgery service at Christchurch Hospital provides specialist care across a diverse range of conditions and procedures for patients throughout Canterbury and surrounding regions.

You will be joining a supportive and experienced team committed to delivering excellent patient outcomes while fostering innovation, education and service development. The team works closely alongside medical, nursing and allied health colleagues across a wide range of specialties.

Christchurch offers an exceptional balance of professional opportunity and lifestyle. With easy access to world-class skiing, mountain biking, hiking, beaches and vineyards, the region provides a unique environment to build both your career and quality of life.

For more information on living and working in Christchurch, click here.

About you

As a Consultant Maxillofacial Surgeon, you will bring both clinical expertise and a collaborative approach to patient care.

You will have:

• registration with both the Dental Council of New Zealand and the Medical Council of New Zealand (or eligibility for registration)
• expertise across general Maxillofacial Surgery
• excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams
• a commitment to education, quality improvement, research and ongoing professional development
• the ability to work effectively in a complex environment and prioritise clinical workload
• a patient-centred approach and commitment to achieving equitable healthcare outcomes.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and serve our communities. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to supporting our people to thrive through a culture grounded in our values and Te Mauri o Rongo.

How to apply

To apply please click 'apply now'. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Dr Peter Coghlan, Clinical Director [email protected] or for further information about the recruitment process, contact Amy Walker [email protected]

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website.