• Department of Anaesthesia and Perioperative Medicine
• Eligibility for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand is essential
• We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive

Health New Zealand I 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.

Our primary site is North Shore Hospital, in the beautiful seaside suburb of Takapuna, less than 10km from the city centre. We are a major metropolitan teaching hospital and an ANZCA-credentialled anaesthesia department, with 28 operating rooms over two campuses. In addition to our clinical, academic, and teaching credentials, our department is known for its welcoming and inclusive culture.

About the role

We provide anaesthesia services for a broad range of surgical specialties including:

• colorectal
• upper GI
• liver resections
• breast
• complex endocrine
• bariatric
• adult and paediatric ENT
• urology
• obstetrics and gynaecology
• paediatric dental
• robotic surgery
• orthopaedic procedures.

We are seeking suitable candidates for our Anaesthesia Fellow posts for 12 months, commencing either the first week of February 2026 or August 2026. Roles may be split into six months each. Expressions of interest for February/August 2027 are welcome.

We offer the following fellowships:

• Regional Anaesthesia (available February 2026)
• Upper GI Anaesthesia (available February 2026)
• Pain Medicine (available February 2026)
• Obstetric Anaesthesia (available February 2027)
• Perioperative Medicine (available February 2026)
• Medical Education in Anaesthesia (available August 2026)
• Research in Anaesthesia (available February 2026)
• General – with self-directed subspecialty interest areas (available February 2026)

Our general fellowship can accommodate a range of interest areas, including:

• robotic surgery
• sustainability in anaesthesia
• healthcare informatics
• a self-directed clinical subspecialty.

The roles are designed to give fellows focused experience in a specific sub-specialty, within a broader general clinical experience. Fellows have supervised lists in their sub-specialty, as well as independent lists. They have experience ‘running the floor’ with support, including triaging emergency cases and overseeing anaesthesia trainees. A portfolio project forms part of each role, and dedicated time is rostered to support this. We provide a broad range of clinical and non-clinical opportunities, and the support and expertise to make the most of them. Fellows develop both clinically and professionally, towards confident independent practice.

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About the team

Our fellows work four weekdays, with one weekday as a “rostered day off”. Within their four days, they have a half-day of rostered admin time towards non-clinical responsibilities. In addition, they share evenings, weekends and public holiday shifts between those on the fellow roster. There are no routine night shifts. The contract includes six weeks annual leave and two weeks education leave (pro-rata), and a generous stipend towards continuing professional development expenses.

About you

Eligibility for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand is essential. MCNZ has a self assessment tool to test for eligibility, click here to view.

The roles are suitable for both final-phase trainees and those recently completed training. All applicants must have a minimum of four years training in anaesthesia and intensive care. Those who are ANZCA trainees must be eligible to commence PFY prior to or on the commencement of the contract. These are ANZCA accredited PF training positions.

Positions are preferably for 12 months, however other terms and start dates may be possible.

When applying, please include an updated CV with a cover letter. The cover letter should include a preference ranking for the fellowships on offer along with reasons for your preferences. Please provide contact details of three referees in your CV. At least one referee should be your current supervisor or clinical director, the other two can be senior anaesthetists who have worked with you within the last two years.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand I 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 Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to apply

To apply please click “apply now”. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Wednesday, 15 October 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Dr Nav Sidhu at nav.sidhu@waitematadhb.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website.