About the role We are currently seeking a medically qualified Chemical Pathologist to join our team; the department has three Chemical Pathologists and a registrar. Canterbury Health Laboratories is a public hospital laboratory supporting Christchurch Hospital – the tertiary level hospital for Te Waipounamu (NZ South Island). We provide a 24/7 core laboratory service for the hospital and urgent community services, and provide specialist testing for the wider regional and nationally for some services. We have a strong record of test development and involvement with research; Specialist services cover a broad range of biochemistry testing including toxicology, endocrine, metabolic, and protein biomarkers utilizing a good range of instruments including MS/MS, Q-TOF, TOF, and ICP-MS. The department is involved in delivering a national antenatal screening programme. There is a focus on quality and the laboratory holds accreditation to ISO 15189. Canterbury Health Laboratories has links to the University of Otago and we provide biochemistry teaching for 4th and 5th year medical students; the laboratory is also accredited for training by the RCPA. As a Chemical Pathologist at Canterbury Health Laboratories, you would be involved in chemical pathology test reporting, validation and implementation of new tests, mentoring and training of biochemistry scientific staff and clinical governance, as permitted by your scope of practice. There is also the opportunity to undertake lipid clinics. Eligible for vocational registration with the New Zealand Medical Council - FRCPA or equivalent An interest in lipid disorders would be an advantage Experience with specialist testing advantage – e.g. MS/MS testing, toxicology, endocrine Specialist interest and test development encouraged Quality focus Interest in informatics New graduates or experienced practitioners are welcome to apply To be considered for this role you will need to be eligible to gain registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand, to find out more please follow this link
here . Our Culture: 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. 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. Join us in our mission to provide exceptional patient care, advance medical knowledge, and improve healthcare outcomes. Apply online, or to find out more information, please contact
Amy Walker – Recruitment Specialist. Email: Amy.Walker@cdhb.health.nz Please note that applications made via an agency will not be considered.
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