Contact Details

Website

www.tdh.org.nz

SMO Recruitment

Louise Hegarty
Medical Staff Co-ordinator
Private Bag 7001
Gisborne
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Telephone +64 6 869 0500 ext 8026 

RMO Recruitment

Louise Hegarty
Medical Staff Co-ordinator
Private Bag 7001
Gisborne
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Telephone +64 6 869 0500 ext 8026 

Which hospital(s) fall under your DHB?

Gisborne Hospital

What are the sizes of your hospital(s) in terms of:

There are no Registrars at Gisborne Hospital, our house surgeons work directly with the consultants.

What specialties are available to work in at your hospital(s)?

Visiting Specialists in fields such as cardiology, neurology, urology, dermatology, oncology/radiotherapy/chemotherapy, haematology, renal, rheumatology, plastic surgery, adult and children's dental health, and paediatric surgery.

What teaching opportunities are available for RMOs?

Informal teaching
Excellent informal teaching as each house surgeon is apprenticed to a consultant.

Formal teaching
On average three to four formal tutorials per week. Input from house surgeon on topics is encouraged to enable us to tailor a program according to interests. 

Other educational opportunities include
CPR training sessions: Four 1 hour sessions during 12 month period. Attendance compulsory.
Weekly medical staff clinical meetings and Morbidity/Mortality meetings. 
A & E supervised work/teaching
Departmental meetings/grand rounds/case review/radiology conferences

ADVANCED TRAINING AND CME
Basic surgical training
Diploma of Paediatrics/Child Health
Basic and advanced paediatric training 
Basic medical training 

Training Leave:
In second and subsequent years - five days 
DCH (Paeds) - two weeks in total 
BST - six weeks in total 
Additional leave may be granted at employer's discretion

Related expenses:
Actual and reasonable costs

How easy is it for clinicians to get leave

RMO

Very easy. We do our best to grant leave as requested, and our team works together to provide cross cover for each other when necessary. . The annual roster is done in advance and we encourage our RMOs to plan ahead. 
Leave for graduation is a given. 

SMO

Very easy. We do our best to grant leave as requested, and our team works together to provide cross cover for each other when necessary. . The annual roster is done in advance and we encourage our RMOs to plan ahead. 
Leave for graduation is a given. 

What parking facilities are available?

Enormous free parking area onsite. (Not a problem!) There is also an abundance of bicycle racks for those who prefer pedal power. 

Travel to work is scenic and gridlock free! A traffic jam is five cars at the roundabout on a wet day, and its pretty easy to avoid the traffic lights, there are only 3 sets! 

What IT systems does your DHB have (eg. electronic discharges, electronic radiology requests etc.)?

Standard IT systems as well as electronic discharge summaries, and radiology report viewers. Our paging system can be accessed via computer and texting via pager is possible.

What other support structures / facilities are available for SMO / RMOs (childcare, gyms, security etc.)?

Childcare
We have a childcare facility on the premises. 

Gym
We do not have a gym but some of our more inspired RMOs have bicycles and ride to work (relatively flat surroundings, not much traffic, temperate climate) which seems to work well. Also, given our great natural surroundings, many staff prefers to surf, swim, kayak or tramp. 

RMO lounge
The RMO lounge is secure and has natural light and is adjacent to a bathroom with shower. It has internet access, lounges and tea and coffee making facilities. Security guards are also available to escort staff to cars upon request, but generally security is not really an issue. 

Clinical Library
The Clinical Library is always accessible by PIN, and is staffed on weekday mornings by a qualified librarian. Our Medical library and internet journal access is constantly updated in line with the Medical Council recommendations, we scored the highest possible rating in our March 07 accreditation. 
Additionally we are part of the Interloan System, and can help with urgent interloans and backdated journals.

What are the accommodation options in your DHB's area?

Accommodation
The Hospital provides basic on-site accommodation. A good start from which to find yourself a home. Rental property prices are very reasonable and beachfront or rural properties can be snaffled by those in the right place at the right time! 

What are some of the other attractions for your DHB area?

NO OVERNIGHT DUTY (ever!)

Lifestyle
Gisborne is renowned for long balmy summer days, deserted beaches and rolling green hills. Locals enjoy surfing, fishing, tramping and camping, as well as award-winning wines from surrounding vineyards. There is easy access to National Parks and the North Island ski fields, as well as a rich cultural and historic heritage. 

I can not understand why anyone would want to work anywhere else! 
House surgeon comment 2006

In summary 
No Registrars so plenty of opportunity for learning one-on-one with the consultants 
You admit your own patients and follow them through ICU, CCU and/or the ward to discharge 
Access to a much wider range of patient conditions 
Fewer patients, allowing more time for assessment and admission 
A more direct relationship between House Officer and consultant 
A closer relationship with local general practitioners 
More experience with practical procedures, with plenty of hands-on theatre opportunities
You get paid more for doing less than any other hospital... 
And what's more, no overnight duty - ever! 

Gisborne is a very good place to start a career in Medicine. The one-on-one supervision by the SMOs provides a fantastic learning environment. There is very good and frequent access to theatre
Medical Council Education Committee, March 2007

How do SMO/RMOs apply to work at your DHB?

Applications
New graduates apply through the national ACE scheme. Other applicants please contact the Medical Staff co-ordinator (details below) for application forms and information. 
As well as a CV and references, a covering letter is important – if you don't let us know you are interested, and why, the priority given to your application may be affected.
References should be from medical practitioners with whom you have worked, preferably the most recent. 
Contact: Louise Hegarty
Medical Staff Co-ordinator
Gisborne Hospital
Private Bag 7001
Gisborne
Ph - +64 6 869 0500 ext 8026
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