Anatomical Pathologist – Relocate to New Zealand

Job Opportunity: Anatomical Pathologist at Awanui, New Zealand

Location: Dunedin, Wellington, or Taranaki (Relocation assistance offered)

About Awanui: Awanui is New Zealand’s leading human and veterinary pathology network, comprising 23 laboratories across human, analytical, and veterinary sectors. The Awanui Group performs approximately 70% of all medical testing in New Zealand, focusing on quality healthcare services with brands like Illumiscreen, MyTests, and Sexual Health 101. Awanui is dedicated to service excellence and operates with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

About the Role: As an Anatomical Pathologist at Awanui, you will collaborate with the Medical Director and the pathology team to provide exceptional service to referring practitioners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Specimen Reporting: Accurately report on patient specimens, ensuring timely results for clinicians.
• Turnaround Time: Validate >90% of cases within 48 hours; prioritize urgent cases.
• Frozen Section Reporting: Provide timely services to requesting clinicians.
• Multi-Disciplinary Meetings: Participate in MDMs as directed.
• Clinician Relationships: Maintain and enhance satisfaction through superior service.
• Professionalism: Uphold the reputation of Awanui Laboratories and ensure patient confidentiality.
• Education: Engage in CPDP and CME programs, and provide continuing education to clinicians and trainees.

About You: Key Attributes Required:

• Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia or equivalent qualification recognized by the New Zealand Medical Council.
• Hold a prescribed qualification for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand in the Provisional General Scope of Practice.
• Vocational Registration as a Specialist Pathologist with the Medical Council of New Zealand.
• Disciplined, self-motivated, and committed to high-quality service.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Effective time management and communication skills.

Why Awanui? Join a respected organization that serves over 25,000 individuals daily across New Zealand, with 2,100 staff and numerous collection centers. Awanui offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Relocation and Sponsorship:

• Relocation support and assistance available.
• Sponsorship for overseas candidates provided.
• Assistance with gaining registration in New Zealand.

Application Process: For more information or a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Rebecca Gager, Head of Client Partnerships – Pathology, at +61 403 644 299.

Explore the opportunity to live and work in New Zealand while contributing to exceptional patient care in a beautiful and dynamic environment!