CDHB Medical & Dental SMO recruitment process
Below are the steps required to secure a position at CDHB.
Application > Interview > Background and health checks > Offer > Orientation
Job Application Process
All vacancies are advertised on our Careers Website, so please keep a regular check on the job search pages to ensure you are informed of opportunities as they arise.
Applications should be made online. Please see the checklist below to ensure you have the necessary documents on hand to complete your online application successfully.
You will receive an email response acknowledging receipt of your application within 24 hours.
If you have any problems uploading your application or do not recieve an acknowledgement of your application, please contact: careers@cdhb.govt.nz
Checklist
Below is a checklist of documents required at the time of application.
- An updated copy of your CV.
- Have your current NZ practising certificate with you, as you will be required to enter the number on the electronic application form (originals would be requested at the time of interview).
Interview
Shortlisted candidates will be expected to come to the interview in person. Our interviews often include behavioural-based questions. During the interview you will be given the opportunity to ask questions about the role and the CDHB.
Your interview will be held by a panel containing at least two members including a line manager. In some cases you may be asked to attend more than one interview.
Background and Health Checks
Specific services or roles may require a police or security check to be performed prior to an offer of employment being made. If this is the case you will be notified before any checks are carried out.
For some roles you will also be asked to complete appropriate health checks and provide evidence of your immunisation status.
We will conduct reference checks with at least three verbal referees prior to an offer of employment being made. Please ensure that your referees are aware that we will contact them, and their contact details are correct and up to date.
Offer
If your application is successful, we will make a verbal offer, which will later be confirmed in writing.
Orientation
Once you have commenced employment, orientation will play an essential part in getting your career off to a great start at the CDHB. The orientation programme is an opportunity for us to welcome you to the CDHB team as well as introduce you to the organisation and its values. You will learn more about your division and team and the policies and processes that apply to your department and role.