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Posted 16 July, 2026

Anatomical Pathologist

New Zealand Government
Whangarei, NTL, NZ Full Time
Reference: 40f8597fe797ff2d

Job Description

# Anatomical Pathologist at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau, Northland## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* **Whangārei, Northland, New Zealand*** **Permanent, full-time position (1.0FTE)**Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.**About the Role**We are seeking an Anatomical Pathologist to join the team at Health New Zealand, Te Tai Tokerau to provide a laboratory and consultative service in Anatomical Pathology. This role offers a diverse and stimulating caseload, including a mix of general pathology, dermatopathology, gastrointestinal (GIT), urogenital, Head and Neck and breast pathology. You'll also utilize your expertise with occasional frozen sections.Subject to accreditation and service requirements the position may offer the optional engagement in performing coronial autopsies for career development.This is your chance to make a significant impact in a stunning part of New Zealand!Click here to view the position description.**About the Team/Location**Our established team of four pathologists provides comprehensive service coverage across the Northland region of New Zealand!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.For more information on living and working in Northland click here**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 Māori, 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 the recruitment team on [email protected]## Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details| | || --- | --- || Employer: | Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau || Location: | Northland || Position type: | Permanent Full time || Category: | Health || Date listed: | 19-May-2026 || Salary range: | $185,380 - $267,980 || Closing date: | 22-Jun-2026 || Reference: | WHA00854 || Attachment: | No File Attached || File links: | || Website: | https://www.northlanddhb.org.nz/ | #J-18808-Ljbffr

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