Mō Tātou – About Us
Situated in the sunny eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, the Bay of Plenty really is just that, offering vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands and more. Its pleasant climate means that the area has become a favourite for holiday makers, retirees and those looking for a different lifestyle outside of the main cities.
Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand, Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is spread across a vast geographical area and centred across two hospitals based in Tauranga and Whakatāne. We serve a population of approximately 259,000 for the major population centres of Tauranga, Katikati, Te Puke, Whakatāne, Kawerau and Ōpōtiki. Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is one of the Bay of Plenty’s largest employers with over 4000 staff.

He Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the Role
The Medical Oncology service at Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty provides specialist services to people with cancer living across the Bay of Plenty. The service provides ambulatory outpatient clinics at both Tauranga and Whakatane Hospitals, with treatment units based at both sites. The service also provides medical oncology oversite to current patients admitted to inpatient care and consultation advice to inpatient teams along with participating fully in Multidisciplinary meetings around treatment options.

He korero mōu - About You
We are looking to recruit an SMO with proficiency in the provision of Medical Oncology specialist care to join our service. The ideal candidate will have experience in delivery of both ambulatory and inpatient specialist care for people diagnosed with cancer and enthusiasm to participate in the ongoing development of services for the people of Hauora a Toi.
The role will participate in the delivery of education (undergraduate and postgraduate) and contribute to the supervision and development of advanced trainees

Ko o tatou painga – Our Benefits
Flexible working practices (e.g. We support work life balance and flexible work arrangements whenever possible)
Support for ongoing professional development and career progression
Highly rewarding role and opportunity to make a difference!
Be a valued member of a multidisciplinary team
Subsidized onsite hospital gym membership
Free flu vaccinations
Free onsite parking
Discounts (with local businesses)

Ngā uarātanga ō ā mātou mahi – Our Values
At Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty we recruit for our Manaakitanga CARE values. Why do we do this? Because values-based teams deliver better care.
Our manaakitanga CARE values (Compassion, All-one-team, Responsive and Excellence) support each of us to make a difference every day in the things we do and say. Therefore, it's important that when recruiting, we recruit new colleagues who live by our CARE values.
Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty are committed to improving Māori health outcomes and achieving health equity for Māori through Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations. It is essential you demonstrate an awareness of Māori indigenous rights and current issues in relation to health and health equity.

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to Apply
You can view the position description below and to apply for the role please click “APPLY NOW.” For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career’s portal. For additional information or to arrange a confidential chat, contact Michelle Head, Head of Department – michelle.head@bopdhb.govt.nz or Alex Lampen-Smith, Medical Leader – alex.lampen-smith@bopdhb.govt.nz
Following the update to COVID-19 Public Health Response (Vaccinations) Order 2021, to be employed with Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty you will be required to be fully vaccinated as a health care worker. Evidence of your vaccination status will be required at offer stage. If you do not meet these criteria, we are unable to progress your application.

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