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🥝 Anaesthetist

New Zealand Government | nelson, New-Zealand | Posted June 30, 2026

Job Description

Nelson Hospital is looking for three permanent full‑time Anaesthetists (1.0 FTE) to join our perioperative team. This role offers a rewarding career with a healthy work‑life balance in one of New Zealand’s most sought‑after regions.

About the Role

As a key member of our Anaesthesia team, you will deliver high‑quality perioperative care across a range of surgical specialties. Your responsibilities include:

  • Participating in the anaesthetic roster, covering planned care and acute theatre sessions
  • Providing anaesthesia after‑hours on‑call support and duty anaesthetist duties
  • Managing anaesthetic pre‑assessment clinics
  • Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of 17 experienced consultants, SMO colleagues, ANZCA trainees, surgical and ICU staff

You will work within a secondary care setting and contribute to both elective and acute care, ensuring safe and effective patient outcomes. The role requires 80 hours per fo...

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