Chemical Pathologist

Make a real impact across the largest and fastest growing district in New Zealand.

Health New Zealand – Waitematā is seeking a full time (1.0 FTE) Chemical Pathologist to join our friendly, collaborative, and forward‑thinking Laboratory team. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of Biochemistry and Point of Care Testing (POCT) services across a diverse and rapidly expanding population of more than 630,000.

We are looking for a passionate, engaged Chemical Pathologist who enjoys variety, teamwork, and progressive service development. In this role, you will provide clinical and scientific leadership across North Shore Hospital and Waitakere Hospital, including clinical governance of both Biochemistry and POCT.

The role is based within Waitematā District Laboratories; and with the continued development of the Northern Region Pathology Network (Te Toka Tumai – Auckland, Counties Manukau, and Te Tai Tokerau – Northland), there is an expectation that this position will contribute to a regional working model supporting Biochemistry service provision across the wider Northern Region.

You will work closely with our scientific, technical, and clinical teams to ensure high‑quality diagnostic services, and you will contribute to continuous improvement, accreditation readiness, and innovation.

You must hold, or be eligible for, vocational registration in Chemical Pathology with the Medical Council of New Zealand.

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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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

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Job code: WDHB21130

Closing date: 19th May 2026