ENT & maxillofacial register- commencing August 2026

Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers' Memorial Hospital, ENT & Maxillofacial Registrar
Permanent, Full-time, rostered including on-call shifts
Minimum 6 month or 12 month placement
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.

About the Role
We are seeking an Ear Nose & Throat (ENT) & Maxillofacial Registrar to join our Otolaryngology & Maxillofacial department here at Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldiers' Memorial Hospital, commencing in August 2026.

As a Registrar, you will manage the day-to-day care of inpatients under the supervision of the designated consultant. You will also be involved in assessing and treating patients with acute surgical needs, including those referred for admission on acute days, as well as patients previously cared for by the team who are accepted for re-admission. Although this position is not accredited for formal training, we are dedicated to providing hands-on learning experiences that are on par with or exceed those of accredited roles, ensuring youre well-prepared for future formal training opportunities.

About the Team/Service/ Location
By joining our team, youll work alongside a Maxillofacial Consultant, 5 ENT Consultants, and a dedicated team of 6 clinic specialty nurses, 2 ENT Registrars and 1 House Officer.

Our close-knit team is well equipped and work collaboratively. We provide a mix of Otology, Rhinology and some Head and Neck surgery including a large amount of skin cancer surgery of the head and neck.

Hawkes Bay Hospital is a 400-bed secondary level public hospital in Hastings, serving a population of over 180,000 people. We offer both acute and elective care across a wide range of medical and surgical specialties, including paediatrics, obstetrics & gynaecology, and more. Although we dont provide cardiothoracic and neurosurgery, we are supported by a strong regional ICU team, ensuring comprehensive care for a diverse patient population.

Hawkes Bay offers excellent work-life balance, sun, beaches, exceptional outdoor adventures, great schools, mountains and skiing close by, wonderful food and stunning wineries, vibrant cities and plenty more to boast about. For more information on living and working in Hawkes Bay click HERE

About you

Youre a Resident Medical Officer (RMO) PGY3 or above
Ideally dually qualified but not essential
You are registered or eligible for general registration, with the Medical Council of New Zealand
Working at Health New Zealand
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.

How to Apply
To review the run description, click HERE. To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact the RMO Recruitment Consultant via email on rmo.recruitment@hbdhb.govt.nz.

Application Requirements

Up-to-date CV detailing full dates of employment in chronological order from completion of your primary medical qualification, including locum work and any gaps of three months or more.

3x Reference Request forms (including one from your most recent supervisor). Ensure all reports are received by the stated closing date. References should be returned to the RMO Recruitment Consultant, email above. Download the Reference Request Form here.