Position: Cardiology Fellow – Electrophysiology

Job Number: WAI27970
Full time
Fixed Term 1- 2 years

Applications are invited for a 1 – 2 year fellowship in electrophysiology commencing February 2025 at Waikato Hospital, New Zealand. This post offers a unique opportunity for training in all aspects of cardiac electrophysiology, including EP studies, ablation (RF, PFA and Cryo), 3D mapping (CARTO) the full range of device implants (including LBBAP), outpatient clinics and ward management. The successful candidate will work with our highly experienced EP team in one of the leading centres in NZ. One-year applications will be considered.

Waikato Hospital performs over 300 EP studies and 600 device implants each year. There is a dedicated EP lab and 3 other pacing-capable labs (shared with PCI). The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to ongoing research program in the department. An opportunity exists to complete a postgraduate degree with the University of Auckland (MD or PhD) through the Waikato Clinical School.

The post is ideal for a high calibre trainee with experience in cardiac EP who now wishes to develop specific skills in electrophysiology intervention. The successful candidate will also be expected to take part in outpatient clinics, pre-procedural work up, ward referrals, and teaching of junior staff and participate in the on-call cardiology roster.

Candidates will have completed their advanced training in Cardiology (FRACP or equivalent), and their CV will demonstrate interest focused on cardiac electrophysiology. The candidate will require full or temporary registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand for the duration of fellowship.

Interested parties should apply online and attach their CV, cover letter with up to date contact details and three references on the attached referee form.  Further information about the post, Hamilton, and working in New Zealand can be obtained by contacting –

A/Prof Martin Stiles, Director of Electrophysiology, Waikato Hospital, New Zealand [email protected]

Closing date: once filled

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