Where you’ll be working: Waikato Hospital – Hamilton, New ZealandThe details: Permanent, Full time – 50 hours per week (1 FTE)Salary details: see ASMS MECA
Your role with us as a Radiation Oncologist promises not only professional growth but also the chance to actively shape the forefront of innovative medical practices.
Te whiwhinga mahi | The OpportunityJoin our dynamic and multidisciplinary team at Waikato Hospital as a Consultant Radiation Oncologist. This position offers an outstanding career opportunity in a progressive environment focused on patient care, research, and education. Don't miss this chance to join our exceptional team and contribute to the advancement of radiation oncology. Apply now to be part of our prestigious institution dedicated to excellence in patient care, research, and education.to view the position description.(Please note position descriptions can only be viewed on the Te Whatu Ora, Waikato website.)Ko o tatou painga | Our BenefitsIn joining our team, you'll embrace the exciting opportunity to contribute your expertise across a diverse array of sub-sites, encompassing the head and neck, central nervous system (CNS), and skin.We also invite you to further expand your horizons by delving into other areas of keen interest.Our team places significant emphasis on the realm of stereotactic radiation techniques, making us particularly receptive to applicants who possess experience or a strong enthusiasm for this specialised field.Waikato Hospital is a renowned teaching hospital and one of the University of Auckland, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences' five campuses. As an appointee, you will have opportunities to engage in teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.Mōu | About youThe candidate must have qualifications that would satisfy the requirements for vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand and must have a driver license.Mō tātou Ratonga | About our ServiceHealth NZ, Waikato offers a comprehensive range of Radiation Oncology services. Our department operates on the Eclipse planning system and boasts four linear accelerators capable of delivering state-of-the-art radiation treatments, including rotational IMRT and cone beam CT image guidance. We utilize cutting-edge technology such as TrueBeam, HyperArc and Halcyon for radiation procedures. In addition, we have superficial kilovoltage equipment for the treatment of skin cancers and are national leaders in HDR brachytherapy, with an active brachytherapy programme in treating gynaecological and prostate malignancies.Our expertise also extends to stereotactic ablative radiation therapy (SABR) for lung cancer and lung metastases, as well as linear accelerator-based fractionated radiosurgery for brain metastases. We have well established SABR protocols for the spine, kidney, and prostate, with opportunities for the successful applicant to optimise current SABR protocols or contribute to the development of stereotactic techniques for other body sites. Furthermore, we are the national provider of total skin electron therapy for skin lymphomas.At Waikato Hospital, you will work alongside eight medical oncologists, nine haematologists, ten radiation oncologists, and five palliative care physicians. As a Regional Cancer Centre, we serve a regional population of approximately 750,000 people. Radiation therapy is delivered at Waikato Hospital and outpatient clinics in Hamilton, as well as three secondary hospitals (Thames Hospital, Rotorua Hospital, and Gisborne Hospital).Ko ngaa hua o te noho ki roto o Waikato, te mahi hoki ki Te Whatu Ora, Waikato | The Benefits of living in Waikato and working for Te Whatu Ora, WaikatoLocated in the heart of the mighty Waikato, Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Waikato operates over a number of sites, Hamilton City our main campus and smaller community-based hospitals across our region. Hamilton City has easy access to beaches and mountains, so if your interests range from a host of water sports, mountain biking to vineyard lunches, the area has something for you right on your doorstep. To discover more about our stunning area, please .
As part of our Health NZ, Waikato family, you’ll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
We offer flexible and agile working opportunities alongside our Health NZ, Waikato benefits and staff discount schemes.
We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
He whare Manawanui, He whare Koronga | A committed workspace, a workspace with purpose
We are committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
Greater diversity within our Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusionWe want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter. We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to applyPlease apply online as applications are unable to be accepted via email. If you have any questions about the role please contact the Recruitment Team –Closing date: Open until filledNau mai haere mai - Come join the team!
