2026 Training Year - Forensic Pathology Registrar

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to advancing healthcare across the country. Grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, we strive to serve all New Zealanders through a health system that emphasizes partnership, equity, sustainability, and whanau-centered care. Our goal is to ensure excellence in healthcare, and our dedicated team is at the heart of everything we do. About the Role We are excited to announce an opening for a full-time Forensic Pathology Registrar in the Department of Forensic Pathology, Northern Forensic Pathology Service, located in Palmerston North, New Zealand. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with passionate and knowledgeable senior clinicians while working in conjunction with the Auckland forensic pathology service to provide comprehensive medical laboratory services to the broader Manawatu region. The start date for this role is negotiable. About the Team/Service/Location The Department of Forensic Pathology is part of the Northern Forensic Pathology Service, which collaborates closely with the Auckland forensic pathology service. This position entails working under the supervision of forensic pathologists, contributing to the local forensic pathology service. The registrar will be based at the Department of Forensic Pathology in Palmerston North and will also have the responsibility of teaching medical students and other allied professionals. For more information on living and working in Palmerston North, please visit our website. About You We are looking for candidates who exhibit a strong interest in and commitment to forensic pathology. Ideal applicants will possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, the ability to perform well under pressure, and a solid foundation of medical knowledge and diagnostic acumen. Teamwork is essential, and the successful candidate must have passed the RCPA Basic Science examination and completed a minimum of 18 months of training in anatomical pathology. Candidates must hold a medical qualification recognized by the New Zealand Medical Council, allowing for general medical registration. Additionally, you should have at least two years of experience as a House Officer in New Zealand or a comparable health system. A valid driver's license and the ability to travel are also required. Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we believe in "the weaving of wellness." Our commitment to providing excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand is unwavering. We are dedicated to being good employers and honoring our equal employment opportunity obligations. Embracing diversity is fundamental to our approach, and we welcome applications from individuals of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disabilities. A diverse and inclusive workforce allows us to better understand and serve our community. We are particularly focused on pro-equity health initiatives, especially for Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. How to Apply To apply for this role, please click on the "apply now" button. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 5 PM on June 9, 2025. Interviews are scheduled for June 18, 2025, and offers will be extended to successful candidates on August 18, 2025. If you have any questions about the role or would like to request a job description, please contact Dr. Simon Stables, Clinical Director, at sstables@adhb.govt.nz or +64 (09) 375 7013. For assistance with your online application, please reach out to Fulumoa Sua at Fulumoa.Sua@nra.health.nz. We look forward to your application.