We are recruiting for a Consultant Anaesthetist to participate in the full spectrum of anaesthesia services provided by this department. This position is to be based in Palmerston North - an area that offers a great deal of sporting activities.
- Permanent post commencing mid/late 2013
- Modern teaching hospital with links to both Auckland and Otago Medical schools
- Major University City, centrally located, with easy access to Wellington
- Huge range of sporting activities nearby to include golfing, skiing, bungee jumping, white water and scenic rafting.
The Role
The department of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care provides a wide range of anaesthetic and intensive care services. The modern theatre complex consists of seven operating theatres. The department is staffed by twenty specialist anaesthetists, eight registrars in training posts and four senior house officers. There is a healthy private practice of anaesthesia in Palmerston North and at least a half day per week would be available for you to pursue opportunities in this area.
The Location
Palmerston North is a major university city and is at the hub of key routes to the central North Island ski fields and river adventures. Wellington the capital city, is only a two hour journey by road, as are the wine regions of Hawke’s Bay and Wairarapa. Palmerston North is home to a thriving musical scene with many national and international acts touring through the town; as well as there being many local acts performing regularly. There are also theatres and a thriving wine industry. Whatever the occasion or mood, there is a café, bar or restaurant to cater to your tastes; from a shot of espresso to a meal that combines the best of local produce, and everything in between!
What Head Medical can do for you
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