Surgical Registrar- Tauranga- 2026 Training Year

Permanent Full-time commencing Jan 2026

Benefits:

• Accredited training position with the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons.
• Opportunity to rotate between Tauranga and Whakatane Hospitals, gaining a diverse experience.
• Work with a dedicated and supportive team of SMOs, registrars, and fellows.
• Enjoy the beautiful Bay of Plenty, offering a high quality of life and a pleasant climate for outdoor activities.
• This is an exciting opportunity for an aspiring Surgical Registrar to join our dynamic and supportive team at Tauranga Hospital. You will gain hands-on experience in a wide variety of surgical procedures while being part of a highly skilled team. This position is accredited by the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, offering invaluable training and experience for your surgical career. The role provides exposure to both general surgery and specialty areas, allowing you to develop your skills across a range of surgical disciplines

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About the Role

As a Surgical Registrar at Tauranga Hospital, you will play an integral role in the management of general surgical patients, alongside a team of skilled consultants and registrars. You’ll have the chance to build upon your surgical knowledge and experience while participating in acute general surgery on call duties, maintaining surgical skills like laparotomies, bowel resections, and cholecystectomies. You’ll also provide leadership and mentorship to junior staff and contribute to the education of house officers and medical students.

This role offers a 12-month run period with a 13-week rotation at Whakatāne Hospital for non-training registrars, ensuring exposure to a broad range of cases and a rich learning environment. The position is accredited for training by the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons.

About the Team/Service

Our Department of Surgery consists of 12 Senior Medical Officers (SMOs), 4 trainee registrars, 11 non-trainee registrars, and a Breast Fellow. With a well-established, supportive environment, we foster both personal and professional growth while managing a diverse range of surgical conditions.

About you

As a Surgical Registrar, you will bring experience in general surgery with a strong commitment to expanding your skills in both acute and elective surgery. You will have the ability to manage a broad spectrum of surgical cases, working closely with multidisciplinary teams and demonstrating leadership in the teaching and mentoring of junior staff. A strong communicator, you will thrive in a collaborative environment while taking responsibility for patient care. To be successful, you will meet the requirements set by the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons and be eligible to work in New Zealand.

All Applications Should Include

• Up-to-date CV and completed Te Whatu Ora online application.
• Three x referee reports (one of whom must be your most recent supervisor). Reports must be received by the above-stated closing date.
• Please follow the link below to the referee form. Te Whatu Ora – BOP will not contact referees – it is the applicant’s responsibility to provide references with their application.
• References should be attached to your application. If this is not possible before the closing date they can be emailed to medicalstaffrecruitment@bopdhb.govt.nz

Unfortunately, incomplete applications cannot be considered.

How to Apply

To apply please click “Apply online” or apply via our website by clicking here. All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal before 11:59 pm on 09/06/2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Emma Cornor at medicalstaffrecruitment@bopdhb.govt.nz