Obstetrics & Gynaecology Specialist – West Coast

Permanent, Full-time | Starting February 2026

Join the Trans-Alpine Women’s and Children’s Health Team and be based on the beautiful West Coast.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a specialist role where your expertise will have a direct and lasting impact on a close-knit community. You’ll become a key part of a rural health team that embraces Rural Generalism and enjoys strong support from the tertiary centre in Christchurch.  This role offers professional fulfilment and an unparalleled lifestyle in a stunning natural environment.

What we offer

• A permanent, full-time position commencing February 2026
• A broad and varied scope of practice across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings
• A collegial and collaborative multidisciplinary environment, including close partnerships with rural generalists, midwives, and tertiary specialists in Christchurch through our transalpine model
• Regular opportunities to work in Christchurch to maintain and develop skills
• Relocation support and CME allowances
• Opportunities to contribute to teaching, clinical governance, and service innovation
• The chance to truly get to know your patients and make a meaningful difference in their lives

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

As an Obstetrics & Gynaecology Senior Medical Officer (O&G SMO), you will provide high-quality care to women across the West Coast. Your role will include:

• Working under a Medical Rural Generalist service delivery model, where all team members contribute and support each other
• Delivering O&G related medical services as a member of the Women’s and Children’s Health (W&CH) multidisciplinary team.
• Outpatient clinics, colposcopy, theatre sessions, and inpatient care
• Acute duties including birthing suite and emergency call
• Antenatal care delivered in partnership with Lead Maternity Carers (LMCs)
• Supporting and triaging referrals
• Provision of planned or acute, secondary and tertiary level, O&G practice at both West Coast and Canterbury districts.
• Participation in quality improvement, credentialing, and governance activities

You will also have the opportunity to contribute to teaching (including medical students) while actively supporting continuous improvement and innovation in a rural health context.

 

About the Team / Service / Location

You will be part of multidisciplinary team delivering services across the West Coast. Our Medical Rural Generalist service delivery model requires a high degree of collaboration to ensure sustainable, high-quality care for rural communities. There are strong clinical relationships with Christchurch Women’s Hospital which enable seamless care, sharing of expertise and require you to be available to work in Christchurch on regular basis (to maintain and develop tertiary skills).

The West Coast is a place like no other – rugged coastlines, lush rainforests, snow-capped mountains, and a warm, welcoming community. Here, work-life balance is more than just a phrase: it’s a way of life. From hiking, cycling, surfing, and kayaking, to exploring local arts, culture, and food, the West Coast offers something for everyone. It’s the perfect location for families, adventurers, and those seeking a balanced pace of life.

About You

As a Gynaecologist you will bring:

• Vocational registration (or eligibility for) with the Medical Council of New Zealand in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
• Membership of RANZCOG (or equivalent)
• Broad clinical experience across secondary level gynaecology (including outpatient, day case, and inpatient care)
• Competent surgical skills relevant to the scope of O&G practice
• A strong commitment to equitable, patient- and whānau-centred care
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A collaborative approach to working with both rural and tertiary colleagues
• A commitment to quality improvement, teaching, and clinical governance
• Experience or interest in rural or transalpine health systems is advantageous.

Working at Health New Zealand

 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora embraces a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and serve our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

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 Amy.Walker@tewhatuora.govt.nz

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