Medical Oncologists - New Zealand - AR-231 - Consultant - Oncology

Medical Oncologist – New Zealand – AR-231

Country: New Zealand Profession: Medical Oncologist Job Type: Permanent - 12 Months' Minimum Commitment Required Relocation: $15,000-20,000 DOE Start Date: Negotiable I am calling all board certified Medical Oncologists who are open to a minimum 12 months’ commitment to New Zealand with vacancies available all over New Zealand. Our need to hire more Medical Oncologists is driven by our government’s health initiative as they invest $600,000,000 into improving their response to our needs. Priority will be given to MOs who are board certified in countries that WHO has determined has a healthcare system comparable to that of New Zealand. Note: All MOs must live and work in New Zealand. These positions are not suitable for telehealth. About the role: The primary purpose of the role is to plan and manage the assessment and treatment of patients referred to Oncology Services. To provide specialist oncology inpatient, outpatient, and day patient services for patients referred to Oncology Service. Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide medical oncology-related diagnostic, investigative, treatment, and consultative services.
2. Collaborate with other SMOs, assuming responsibility for treating specific cancer types.
3. Hold regular outpatient clinics for new patients, treatment follow-ups, and required consultations.
4. Provide outreach clinic services and consultative services as required.
5. Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and planned patient discharge.
6. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best medical oncology practices.
7. Facilitate treatment in accordance with Health NZ values.
8. Participate in training and educational programs as required.
9. Engage in continuous quality improvement initiatives.
10. Support Māori health gain and equitable health outcomes.

Minimum Requirements:

• Specialist qualification in medical oncology.
• Qualifications recognized for specialist registration with the New Zealand Medical Council.
• Current Annual Practising Certificate.
• Professional memberships required – FRACP.
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize a heavy clinical workload.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Demonstrated team approach to work.
• A valid NZ driver’s license.

Desired Qualifications:

• Completed an oncology fellowship.
• Prior experience in oncology research/publications/oncology clinical trials.

This position description is intended as an insight into the main tasks and responsibilities required in the role and is not intended to be exhaustive. It may be subject to change in consultation with the job holder. #J-18808-Ljbffr