Obstetrics And Gynaecology Chief Registrars (2026 Rmo Training Year)

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.

Start date: 2 February 2026

This position is part of RMO Annual Recruitment Cycle, current vacancies will continue to be advertised.

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated senior (RANZCOG trainee) with an interest in leadership and management to join Palmerston North hospital as chief registrar in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

Main duties of the chief registrar:

This appointment includes full clinical responsibilities in a Senior O&G Registrar position with participation in the on-call roster.

Specifics of the clinical component of the role can be tailored to the applicant to assist them in their career aspirations and completion of RANZCOG advance training modules and opportunities to teach and supervise junior staff.

This is a fully supported role. The main administration responsibilities relate to collaboration with RMOs, senior clinicians (including the Clinical Executive, Medical Lead of Women's Health, the supervisor of training and the Chief Medical Officer) the gynecology charge nurses and the midwifery manager as well as the cluster's Operations Executive and the MAU. It is a Junior Clinical Leadership position and as such provides a unique introduction to clinical governance, service organizational issues and workforce management (including day to day management of the RMO rosters).

Benefits

• An encouraging learning environment where you will continue to grow.
• A professional and supportive culture and team setting.
• Fulfilling and challenging work with great lifestyle options
• Tailored wellness programmes
• Our unit provides exposure to advanced laparoscopic surgery, colposcopy, outpatient hysteroscopy, urogynecology, high risk pregnancy, labour ward management and obstetric ultrasound. Options for audit and research are available.
• RANZCOG trainees are prioritised to attend surgical lists and if appropriate there will be the opportunity for the chief registrar to have independent lists with SMO back up.

About us

Palmerston North Regional Hospital is the premier healthcare institution in the MidCentral Region. With a dedicated Intensive Care Unit, Coronary Care Unit, and Regional Cancer Treatment Service, as well as one of the largest trauma centres nationwide, Palmerston North Hospital provides industry leading specialised care and emergency treatment to the MidCentral region.

As a teaching hospital affiliated with New Zealand medical schools, we unite exceptional healthcare practice with modern education and research. MidCentral is an excellent place to begin or continue your professional career in an engaging and supportive environment.

MidCentral region is ideally situated for all lifestyles – Striking scenery with multiple hiking tracks & biking tracks with beaches, ski fields and wineries close by excellent schools and tertiary institutions. The perfect blend of rural and city living.

Visit our careers site here for more information about Palmerston North hospital.

About you

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand or be eligible for general or provisional general registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand. You can check your eligibility for registration by visiting the Council's website at www.mcnz.org.nz
• RANZCOG trainee (Y5/6)

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | The 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 service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

In the interests of protecting our people and our patients, all appointments will be subject to:

• Occupational Health Assessment
• Some positions are defined as a Core Children's worker under the Children's Act and require full safety checks completed before employment commences. (Police Vetting)

How to apply

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For further information about this role please reach out to:

Lindy Chivell - RMO Recruiter

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