Location:  Christchurch Hospital, Canterbury

Service:    Genetic Health Service NZ (GHSNZ) 

Contract:  Permanent, Part time 34.4 hours per week

Salary:      As per ASMS MECA

About the role

We seek a qualified clinical geneticist to join our Christchurch based clinical team.  The position is permanent, part-time (0.86 FTE/34.4 hours per week). You should be able to demonstrate broad training and experience in all aspects of clinical genetics. Experience in genomic medicine and current involvement in genomics MDM/MDT is essential.  You will participate in our extensive outreach clinic program, and there are opportunities to engage with our local laboratory providers and the University of Otago, Christchurch School of Medicine on the same site.

Genetic Health Service NZ (GHSNZ) is a national multidisciplinary clinical and diagnostic Genetic Service. Capital, Coast and Hutt Valley district currently provides two Hubs for GHSNZ, based in Christchurch (South Island Hub) and Wellington (Central Hub). The two Hubs provide clinical genetics services to 50% of the population of NZ, from Taranaki in the North Island to Invercargill at the southern tip of the South Island. Clinical staff in the two Hubs are part of the national service and work closely with colleagues in the Northern Hub based in Auckland.

About you

• Vocationally registered in Internal Medicine (clinical genetics) with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ)
• FRACP or equivalent and be able to register for vocational registration with the MCNZ
• Work in collaboration with multidisciplinary team
• Relevant experience and training

About us

We have small number of Christchurch based employees. Christchurch is New Zealand's second largest city, and is a vibrant, modern city with attractions for both enthusiasts of city living and those that enjoy easy access to the numerous outdoor pursuits nearby. Christchurch is located on the East coast of the South Island and provides a high quality lifestyle for both old and young.

Here at Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley District we embrace diversity and welcome applications from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disability and religions. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and serve our community.

Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley District is a pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Maori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.

How to apply

Click the apply now button to send your application directly to us. For further information on this role please email sandra.tam@ccdhb.org.nz and indicate the job title and vacancy number in the subject line.

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• Vocationally registered in Internal Medicine (clinical genetics) with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ)
• FRACP or equivalent and be able to register for vocational registration with the MCNZ
• Work in collaboration with multidisciplinary team
• Relevant experience and training