Chemical Pathologist - Biochemistry

About the Role

We are seeking a Chemical Pathologist - Biochemistry to join the team at Health New Zealand, Te Tai Tokerau and have complete oversight of the Biochemistry within Northland.

As a Chemical Pathologist, you will join a small but close-knit team dedicated to their patients.

You will bring your extended experience within the Biochemistry testing environment to be able to take ownership of a range of tasks within the service.

Collegial visits to the Whangarei and district laboratories will be a key element of the role and is an IANZ requirement.

From reporting and procedure work to quality assurance and clinical pathway development.

Ideally you will have an understanding of pathology and public health interaction as well as the regional systems in NZ and public-private laboratory services interaction.

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About the Location

As well as a warm climate, the "winterless north" offers excellent schools; affordable housing and scenic coastal areas offering a range of recreational activities.

We are just a two hours' drive or 25-minute flight from the international hub of Auckland.

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About you

To be considered you must have or be eligible for specialist (or locum tenens) registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) in a Pathology Vocational scope of practice.

Ideally you will have completed a Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (FRCPA) or equivalent.

If you are currently overseas / not yet registered, we can assist you with the application process to obtain MCNZ registration.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.

We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community.

We welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click apply now.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.