Orthopaedic Surgeon

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• Orthopaedic Surgeon, Health New Zealand – Lakes, Rotorua & Taupo Hospitals
• We are looking for an enthusiastic Orthopaedic consultant with a sub-specialty in Upper limb to join our team.
• Lakes is situated in the Mountain Bike capital of NZ with multiple outdoor activities including Hiking, Running, Kayaking, and Trout fishing, and of course Mountain Biking.

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.

• You will be joining a high achieving department that is well supported to deliver high quality care to the Lakes community.
• You will be based at Rotorua hospital but you may be required to travel to our Taupo facility to provide outpatient clinics.
• We also provide Orthopaedic visiting outpatient clinics at Tokoroa on behalf of Health Waikato.
• The theatre suite is relatively new and is well equipped for supporting Orthopaedic elective work and acute trauma.

• Our team has a mix of sub-specialties covering the spectrum of Orthopaedic surgery. We are now looking to appoint an additional consultant that has a sub-specialty in Upper limb. The Orthopaedic department is well supported by our Tertiary hospital in Hamilton.
• Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family-friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience.
• As well as a supportive, inclusive, and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Lakes offers a competitive salary, free staff parking, free flu vaccination, discounts with local businesses, and access to the Employee Assistance Program.

For more information on living and working in Rotorua and Taupo click here.

• Sub-specialty in Upper limb is preferred.
• Focused on delivering high quality care.
• An interest in education to support our trainee registrars and house officers.
• A team player with an interest in providing high quality care.

$185,380 to $267,980 pro-rated to hours worked.

Click here for Position Description.

Click here for Collective Agreement (if applicable).

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 service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before the end of the posting date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact the Orthopaedics Head of Department, Mary Nugent, at or our Medical Staff Recruiter, Sarah Gray, at

The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.

10/Jun/25, 11:59:00 AM