Anatomical Pathologist

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Mō mātou - About us

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. We are
seeking either a full-time, permanent role or permanent part-time, 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 broad general pathology background, but an interest in
any of the following areas would be viewed favourably: dermatopathology, gastrointestinal pathology,
soft tissue, genitourinary pathology, neuropathology, or non-gynaecological cytology.

practice at the subspecialty level. Participation will be required within an On-Call service, shared
across the consultant team. There is no requirement of this role to complete hospital post-mortems

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako - Skills and Experience

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.

More details regarding the terms and conditions (including remuneration) of working in the public
health system in New Zealand can be found through the link

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.

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