Anatomical Pathologist

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Mō mātou | About us
- Ko ngā tāngata, te mātua mahi - Putting people at the heart of all we do - Te Whatu Ora, Health New Zealand, leads the day-to-day running of
our health system across New Zealand, with functions delivered at local,
district, regional and national levels. It weaves the functions of the 20
former District Health Boards into its regional divisions and district offices,
ensuring continuity of services in the health system.
Mō te tūnga | About the role
Canterbury Health Laboratories
(CHL) in Christchurch, New Zealand are seeking expressions of interest from
qualified Anatomical Pathologists to join our laboratory at Christchurch
Hospital. This is a full-time permanent
role working alongside twenty other Consultant Anatomical Pathologists,
supported by a skilled team of laboratory scientists, administrative support,
and seven registrars. The department has an internationally diverse workforce whom
have made New Zealand their home.
The department receives a wide
range of specimens from all subspecialty areas, and provides histology and
cytology services across Canterbury and the West Coast regions, as well as a
tertiary referral service and multidisciplinary team support for the South
Island more broadly.
Pathologists have access to a
wide range of IHC stains, diagnostic molecular pathology (NGS and FISH), and
surface marker flow cytometry techniques within the laboratory.
The AP Department is based in the
University of Otago - School of Medicine and actively supports training of
medical students. Some pathologists hold joint academic roles with options to
pursue research interests.
Preference will be given to
applicants with a demonstrated interest and experience in dermatopathology, but
further develop this area of practice at the subspecialty level. The
role to complete hospital post-mortems, and participation in (non-gynaecologic)
cytology is optional.
Ngā
pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills & Experience
be eligible to gain registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand, to
About Christchurch | Living in
Ōtautahi
Ōtautahi,
Christchurch is a great place to live and bring up a family. It is easy to get
around with just a short commute from work to home, no matter where you live in
the city. We are surrounded by beautiful scenery with ample recreational
pursuits on our doorstep. There is a vibrant cultural scene with dining,
theatre, music and a host of other entertainment on offer. Schooling and
university facilities are excellent. Find out more about our city here.

**Our Culture**: What
matters to us
Ko ngā tāngata, te mātua mahi | Putting people at the heart of
all we do
Health is ultimately all about people. What - s important around
here is the way we care for and respect others, the responsibility taken for
delivering outcomes, and going about our work with integrity.
Belonging Here
Being part of the Te Whatu Ora, Health New Zealand, our people
enjoy access to, flexible working arrangements and a genuine and ongoing focus
on career development.
Te Whatu Ora, Health New Zealand believes that diversity and
inclusion is key to ensure we deliver the best care for our diverse population.
As an organisation we are inclusive and equal opportunity employer that
welcomes and respects everyone.

an agency will not be considered.
The Future of the Health Industry
person who has been vaccinated against Covid-19. It is therefore a condition of
requirement includes gaining Booster Doses required to perform you role under
the Health Order. As a person working in the health and disability sector you
will come into contact with a large number of people, some of whom may be
vulnerable. Without a vaccine, there is
the risk that you may contract Covid-19.
The requirement to be vaccinated is to keep you safe and also to
endeavour to protect others against the potential transmission of Covid-19 as a
result of you contracting it in the course of your employment.
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