Southland Hospital, rebuilt in late 2004, is a new state-of-the-art facility that provides healthcare to a population of 107,000.  Located in the lower South Island, Southland offers a wide range of recreational activities.  It is home to two of New Zealand's national parks offering superb hiking and scenery, whilst internationally acclaimed fishing and a wide range of other outdoor pursuits are also available.  Five top New Zealand snowboarding/skiing destinations are also within easy driving distance.

Southland Hospital is the base hospital for a wide geographical area, creating enormous scope for variety in the work of a talented professional like you. And with our new state-of-the-art hospital, together with the latest in PACS digital radiology, MRI, CT and iSOFT patient management system, there's no better place to take a leading role in maintaining and enhancing our already comprehensive Anaesthetic service, while taking the initiative in developing new ones.

You'll share responsibility for the specialist anaesthetic assessment and care of patients at Southland Hospital. Here, you'll apply your expert knowledge of modern techniques - from pre-operative assessment and operating theatre services to obstetric analgesia, Intensive Care and Emergency Department Resuscitation.  You will also be involved in teaching Anaesthetic Registrars in the ANZCA accredited department.

An outstanding team player and capable leader, you'll have the energy to make a positive difference with both patients and colleagues alike. You must be degree qualified with a New Zealand recognised anaesthetics specialty. The following qualifications will also be relevant - FANZCA, FRCA or FFARCS plus higher training certificate, USA Board Certification, and FRCPO (C).

In addition to enjoying a challenging workload and an exceptional quality of life, you can look forward to a highly competitive pay rate and a culture where staff are included, valued and respected for their expertise.

Recognised as an ideal place to raise a family, Invercargill is a modern city offering access to outstanding leisure pursuits and a caring, safe community. The city also has superb facilities such as the brand new indoor velodrome and sporting complex, excellent schools and an enterprising, innovative tertiary education provider, where free fees exist.

Applicants must have completed their specialist training and be eligible for vocational registration with Medical Council of New Zealand.  The position offers an attractive remuneration package, relocation assistance and CME allowance.