Registrar - Anatomical Pathology

Anatomical Pathology Registrar, January / February

• , Dunedin, New ZealandPermanent, Full time.

Regular hours Monday to Friday.Opportunity to train in a modern Histology / Cytology laboratory within a well-resourced and supportive training programme.Who we are : Awanui Labs Dunedin is part of the Awanui Group and the largest provider of Pathology services in New Zealand with laboratories throughout the country.About the Anatomical Department at Awanui Labs DunedinThe Anatomical Pathology department has 6 registrars and 11 Anatomical Pathologists with various sub-specialty interests; all of whom are enthusiastic educators.

There is a structured Anatomical Pathology training program, run through the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (RCPA); with a designated pathologist trainee supervisor providing teaching and examination support.The department processes around 50,000 histology, over 200,000 cervical cytology and 15,000 non-gynaecology cytology cases per annum.

As a provider for both hospital and community pathology services, there is a good mix of high complexity specimens and a high volume of community cases.About the role : Registrars will report to their trainee supervisor and the Clinical Lead of Anatomical Pathology.

The successful candidate(s) will be trained in Laboratory Management; Laboratory techniques; Handling fresh and frozen specimens; Surgical Cut up; Fine Needle Aspiration techniques; Microscopic examination and reporting; Cytological examination and reporting; Presentation at Multidisciplinary meetings; Quality Assurance program modules; Undergraduate teaching.About you : We are looking for candidates who are meticulous with attention to detail, one who can multitask and be a team player and work in a complex environment.

MB ChB or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand in an appropriate registration category.

Completed a minimum of 2 years in clinical posts following completion of MB ChB by the time of commencing the program, PGY3 and above.New Zealand or Australian citizen or permanent resident or residing in New Zealand with valid working visa.

No prior experience is required but previous experience in Anatomical Pathology is desirable.

Completed or eligible to sit the Basic Pathological Sciences (BPS) Examination.What's in it for you : Explore excellent opportunities to enhance your skills with our in-house Learning & Development team, ensuring your professional competency and career growth.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all eligible candidates.

Applications close October

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