Anaesthetic Fellows- Waikato Hospital 2027
- ANZCA - Accredited Fellowship Positions – Waikato Hospital, Hamilton NZ
- At Health NZ Te Whatu Ora Waikato, our vision is “Healthy People. Excellent Care”
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
The Fellowship opportunity: Fellow positions at Waikato Hospital Department of Anaesthesia are available in the areas of cardiac, perioperative medicine (this is with ANZCA Chapter of Perioperative Medicine course), regional, airway, obstetric anaesthesia, simulation and research. We also have experience and opportunities to create a fellowship tailored to your needs by negotiation. Previous fellows have done fellowships focusing on paediatrics and vascular.
This position is for anaesthesia trainees in their final year prior to consultant practice, or for those in their first year following completion of anaesthetic training. The position is accredited with ANZCA for the PF year.
Applications for Fellowship positions with a February 2027 and August 2027 open on Monday 23 March 2026 and close on Sunday 19 April 2026. These are nationally agreed Anaesthetic Fellowship dates. First round offers are made on Monday 3 July 2026.
Position Requirements
The successful applicant will need to be registered/ eligible for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand. You can review MCNZ registration pathways and do a self-assessment here: https://www.mcnz.org.nz/registration/
The minimum clinical experience required for this position is completion of ANZCA advanced training, or equivalent e.g., ST6/7 or with CCT if from the U.K. It is expected that the applicant has completed, and not deferred, all advanced training requirements prior to commencing the fellowship.
This is a full time (50hrs per week), 12-month fixed term position with duties split between the candidate’s specialty interest area, other daytime elective and acute lists, as well as rostered non-clinical time. Rostered after-hours duties consist of weekday evening shifts every 4-6 weeks. There are no rostered night shifts or weekend shifts.
Our fellows are employed under the Association of Salaried Medical Specialists Senior Medical and Dental Officers Collective Agreement (SECA): https://asms.org.nz/employment-advice/meca/
Click here to view the position description.
About the Team/Service
Our Anaesthetic Department has over 70 consultant anaesthetists and 30 doctors in training, comprising of SHOs, registrars and fellows. We have a strong reputation for teaching and research, with an academic professor, a PhD student, a research scientist and three research nurses supporting our team.
We are a large, vibrant, supportive department, and each year we look forward to welcoming new fellows into our family.
About Hamilton
Waikato Hospital is a major regional hospital in Hamilton and is a leading tertiary teaching hospital located in Hamilton, New Zealand, serving as the regional hub for the Midland area, which includes the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Lakes, Tairawhiti, and Taranaki districts. With around 722 inpatient beds, 22 operating theatres, and a dedicated outpatient clinic and procedure centre, Waikato Hospital provides comprehensive hospital services, including radiology, laboratory, and pharmacy. As a major teaching hospital with affiliations to the University of Auckland, University of Waikato, and Wintec, it offers a dynamic learning environment and access to research opportunities. The hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities located on the Waiora Waikato Hospital Campus, with both road and air ambulance support.
Hamilton, where Waikato Hospital is situated, is a vibrant city nestled alongside the scenic Waikato River, offering a perfect mix of nature and culture. Explore the stunning Hamilton Gardens, home to themed gardens from Italy to Asia, or visit the Waikato Museum to delve into the region's rich history. The city also boasts the Hamilton Zoo, where you can walk through an aviary filled with native birds. Hamilton is a lively hub, with a variety of cafes, restaurants, and bars, along with events like rugby, cricket, and the famous National Agricultural Fieldays and Balloons over Waikato festival. With its vibrant atmosphere and proximity to outdoor adventures, Hamilton is an ideal place to live and work.
For more information on living and working in Waikato click here
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
Please send your CV, Cover letter (both in PDF format), and completed checklist to email: MidlandAnaestheticRecruitment@waikatodhb.health.nz
Please ask Three Referees to complete a Medical Council of NZ RP6 reference form. Ask your referees to email it directly to email: MidlandAnaestheticRecruitment@waikatodhb.health.nz
Please also apply, click “Apply online” or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here and using reference WAI31576 to locate our position.
Applications for Fellowship positions with a February 2027 and August 2027 start open on Monday 23 March 2026 and close on Sunday 19 April 2026. These are nationally agreed Anaesthetic Fellowship dates. First round offers are made on Monday 3 July 2026.
Please email enquiries or assistance required with your application to: MidlandAnaestheticRecruitment@waikatodhb.health.nz
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