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General / Non-Invasive Cardiology Consultant Opportunity in Hawkes Bay

Head Medical

Hastings

On-site

NZD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Cardiologist to join their team in a vibrant location known for its exceptional work-life balance. This role offers the chance to deliver vital inpatient and outpatient cardiology services while working closely with a supportive team of healthcare professionals. The position allows for the development of subspecialist interests in a community with high unmet needs. Enjoy the benefits of living in a region celebrated for its stunning landscapes, outdoor activities, and rich cultural experiences. If you are a qualified Cardiologist looking to make a significant impact in a rewarding environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Registered or eligible for registration as a Specialist Cardiologist.
Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians or equivalent.

Deliver inpatient Cardiology care and outpatient ambulatory services.
Supervise and teach junior medical staff in a multidisciplinary team.

Cardiological procedures

Supervision and teaching of junior medical staff

Working within a multidisciplinary team

Developing and maintaining effective clinical systems

Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians

Registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand

Echocardiography

CT coronary angiography

Cardiac MRI

Exercise treadmill testing

Ambulatory cardiac monitoring

Diagnostic angiography laboratory

Cardiac device implantation

Hawke’s Bay, Cardiology Opportunity
Permanent, Full-time 80 hours per fortnight (1.0 FTE)
Hawke’s Bay Region renowned for food, wine, cultural events and outdoor activities

About the Role

As a general Cardiologist, you will be delivering inpatient Cardiology care approximately one in five weeks and outpatient ambulatory services predominantly from our base in Hastings, but also at Napier and our rural hospitals in Wairoa and Central Hawke’s Bay.

There are many opportunities to develop subspecialist interests that will complement the department’s current service, with high levels of unmet need present in our community.

The department’s facilities allow echocardiography, CT coronary angiography, cardiac MRI, exercise treadmill testing, ambulatory cardiac monitoring, a diagnostic angiography laboratory, and cardiac device implantation (as of this year). Proficiency in left and right heart catheterisation studies, temporary pacing wires, and pericardial drains is important.

About the Team/Service/Location

The team is supported by one registrar, a house officer, inpatient cardiology nursing staff, a nurse practitioner, several clinical nurse specialists, and senior cardiology outpatient nurses, two cardiac sonographers, and two cardiac physiologists.

We also have close ties with allied health services, other specialties within our hospital, as well as with Wellington Regional Hospital, our tertiary centre, which provides a comprehensive package of care including interventional cardiology and cardiothoracic surgery.

Hawke’s Bay offers excellent work-life balance, sun, beaches, exceptional outdoor adventures, great schools, mountains and skiing close by, wonderful food, stunning wineries, vibrant cities, and plenty more to boast about.

About You

You must be registered, or eligible for registration, with the Medical Council of New Zealand as a Specialist Cardiologist and must be a fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians, or equivalent.

You should have proven experience in the following: