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Microbiology Registrar | Annual Recruitment 2026
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
Canterbury Health Laboratories (CHL) is the leading medical diagnostic reference laboratory in Christchurch, New Zealand with laboratory service links and academic partnerships throughout New Zealand and the World.
CHL provides a tertiary care laboratory service for Canterbury hospitals, specified laboratory services to general practice surgeries throughout Canterbury, and a range of reference tests for all medical diagnostic laboratories within New Zealand.
The Microbiology service provides specialist advice regarding the diagnosis and management of microbial pathogens involved in a patient’s infectious disease process and assists with managing communicable disease outbreaks in healthcare settings.
Specialist areas in microbiology include bacteriology, mycology, parasitology, mycobacteriology, virology, serology, and infection prevention & control. These integrated services are provided by experienced and highly qualified scientific staff in partnership with specialised medical staff.
The Microbiology Unit at Canterbury Health Laboratories, Canterbury employs two registrars in training positions and provides an extensive and state of the art service to both local hospitals and the community. While candidates would ideally be committed to pursuing a career in Microbiology, applicants from related disciplines such as Infectious Diseases, Pathology, Public Health, or Sexual Health are welcome to apply.
About the Team
When you work with Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Canterbury District, your part of something very special. We plan, fund, and deliver health services to the almost 600,000 people that live in the Canterbury region. We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its principles by ensuring our partnership with Māori are at the forefront of all our conversations.
Facilities within Canterbury District include:
- Christchurch Women’s Hospital
- Hillmorton Hospital and the Princes Margaret Hospital – Mental Health Services
- Burwood Hospital – Older Persons Health and Rehabilitation Services, including the Spinal injuries Unit.
- Ashburton Hospital - General Hospital, south of Christchurch
You will gain world class experience with varied case mixes and a high level of medical education, training, and supervision. With 600 Resident Doctors employed at Canterbury, you will join a team committed to serving their community. You can learn more here
- Live in a vibrant city, with a creative undercurrent. We have hills, beaches, and ski fields a short drive from Christchurch City. To find out more, visit http://bit.ly/2n9sr32
- Enhance your career with first class training and supervision from the Medical Education & Training Unit (METU)
- Be supported by our Resident Doctors’ Support Team (RDST)
- Access support at all hours, including after-hours support from the Clinical Team Coordinators and SMOs
About you
- You will have completed PGY2
- Knowledge and commitment of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and how the principles can be applied to health.
- A willingness to grow and further develop an equity lens and skillset, both to assist Māori and minority groups.
- You must be eligible for general or provisional general registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand. You can check your eligibility by visiting the Council’s website at www.mcnz.org.nz
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 by 9th June 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact rdst@cdhb.health.nz