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Counties Manukau | Te Pūriri o Te Ora Regional Cancer and Blood Service 2-year Fixed Term, Full-Time (1.0 FTE) | Monday to Friday

Are you a Medical Officer, or equivalent, with an interest in oncology?

This is an exciting opportunity to grow your oncology skills and experience while making a meaningful difference for people receiving cancer treatment across the Northern Region.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi and committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders. Through Te Pūriri o Te Ora Regional Cancer and Blood Service, we are focused on delivering equitable, high-quality cancer care closer to the communities where people live.

Across Auckland, Counties Manukau and the wider Northern Region, our teams work together to bring specialist cancer care closer to the communities we serve. Guided by the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, respect, kindness, and a shared commitment to equity, we strive to create a healthcare system where every person is valued, every voice is heard, and everyone has access to the care they need.

About the Role

Te Pūriri o Te Ora is the largest cancer and blood service in Aotearoa, providing care for approximately 40% of New Zealand's population. As part of an exciting regional transformation, we are expanding oncology services beyond tertiary centres into community and local hospital settings.

You will be part of the regional service, based primarily at Counties Manukau, supported by an experienced nursing team, providing clinical care and medical oversight for patients receiving Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatment (SACT) in local delivery oncology units across the region. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the future of regional cancer care while working alongside experienced Medical Oncologists and multidisciplinary teams.

In this role you will:

• Provide clinical care and medical oversight for patients receiving Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatment (SACT) in local delivery oncology units across the region.
• Work collaboratively with Te Pūriri o Te Ora Medical Oncology teams, oncology nursing staff, Counties Manukau clinicians and community providers.
• Undertake clinical assessment, diagnosis, prescribing and treatment planning within established protocols.
• Support the management and escalation of acute and emergent oncology presentations.
• Contribute to service development and the design of innovative regional models of care.
• Partner with patients, whānau and communities to deliver person-centred, equitable healthcare.

This is a unique opportunity to help shape a new model of oncology care that improves access and outcomes for patients across the Northern Region.

For further details, please refer to the position description.

For a confidential discussion, contact: Anne-Marie Wilkins Anne-Marie.Wilkins@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz 021 899 357

About the Service

Te Pūriri o Te Ora Regional Cancer and Blood Service serves a population of approximately 1.7 million people across the Northern Region through a network of outpatient, day stay and specialist services.

This role is primarily located at Manukau Health Park, working in a regional capacity supporting delivery of care that is provided in multiple locations, with Medical Oncologists and oncology nursing teams to support the delivery of high-quality cancer care.

You'll join a progressive, collaborative team committed to:

• Improving health equity and access to cancer services.
• Delivering culturally responsive care.
• Advancing innovative models of treatment closer to home.
• Supporting a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

We welcome applications from all communities, including Māori, Pacific Peoples, Tāngata Whaikaha (disabled people), and rainbow communities.

About You

You are a clinically confident and adaptable clinician who enjoys working collaboratively and is passionate about improving outcomes for people affected by cancer.

You will have:

• Registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand.
• A current Annual Practising Certificate (APC).
• At least five years of recent clinical experience in a relevant area.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• An interest in oncology and service innovation.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service 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 by If you have any questions about the role, please contact Jade Cowley Recruitment Consultant at jadecowley@tewhatuora.govt.nz

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