Medical Oncologists - New Zealand - AR-231 - Consultant - Oncology - Both North and South Islan[...]

Medical Oncologists – New Zealand – AR-231 – Consultant – Oncology – Both North and South Islands – Cancer Specialists

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, assume responsibility for treating specific cancer types.
3. Hold regular outpatient clinics to see new patients, patients on treatment, and follow up as required.
4. Provide outreach clinic services by telehealth and visiting peripheral centres as required.
5. Participate in planned patient discharge and interdisciplinary meetings.
6. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best medical oncology practice.
7. Produce accurate, timely, and clear clinical notes and communications.
8. Facilitate treatment in accordance with Health NZ's value “in people’s homes and communities” where possible.

Minimum Requirements

1. Specialist qualification in medical oncology.
2. Qualifications recognized for specialist registration with the New Zealand Medical Council.
3. Current Annual Practising Certificate.
4. Professional memberships required – FRACP.
5. Ability to work under pressure and prioritize a heavy clinical workload.
6. Excellent written and communication skills.
7. Demonstrate a team approach to work and a collaborative working relationship with management.
8. A valid NZ driver’s license and ability to drive to peripheral oncology clinics.

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