Lead Colposcopist

Join our dedicated and passionate Women’s Health team at Christchurch Hospital, where you’ll have the opportunity to lead the Colposcopy service in alignment with national standards and directly contribute to improving outcomes for wāhine in our region.

You’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive multi-disciplinary team, backed by an organisation committed to equity, continuous improvement, and professional development.

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

As the Lead Colposcopist, you will oversee and maintain the quality and integrity of the colposcopy service across the Canterbury region. Working closely with clinical leaders, the Lead Colposcopist chairs monthly multidisciplinary meetings, leads audit preparation and follow-up, supports the triaging process, develops service protocols, and provides clinical leadership in accordance with NCSP guidelines.

You will be responsible for ensuring alignment with the Cervical Quality Improvement Programme (C-QuiP), mentoring and training colleagues, and proactively leading service improvement initiatives.

About the Team / Service / Location

Our Women’s Health team at Christchurch Hospital provides specialised care across Obstetrics and Gynaecology services. You’ll work alongside a highly skilled and collegial team dedicated to delivering equitable and high-quality care for the communities we serve.

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About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Vocational registration in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with the Medical Council of New Zealand
• Certification through the Cervical Quality Improvement Programme (C-QuiP)
• Proven experience in colposcopy and leading multidisciplinary teams
• A commitment to quality, audit, and continuous improvement
• Excellent communication and time management skills

Working at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora

We are dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive, enabling us to better understand and serve our communities. 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:

Amy Walker – Recruitment Specialist | Amy.walker@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will be reviewing applications as they are received and may move forward with the recruitment process prior to the closing date.

Provide expert clinical leadership and help shape the future of women’s health in Canterbury.