Section Head | Canterbury Health Laboratories, Christchurch

Section Head | Canterbury Health Laboratories at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waitaha Canterbury, Christchurch Christchurch - Canterbury Health Laboratories Full-time permanent position working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 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 is a leading medical diagnostic reference laboratory in the South Island and a secondary/tertiary referral centre, providing timely results to our clinicians to ensure our patients receive the right treatment at the right time. We are now looking for a Section Head with passion and enthusiasm to lead our Core Biochemistry Laboratory and Point of Care Testing service.Our Core Biochemistry laboratory is part of the wider Core automated laboratory, which also includes Core Haematology, and is critical to the functioning of the entire service provided by CHL. You will also provide leadership for our large and developing Point of Care Testing service through a Point of Care Coordinator and team.This is an exciting opportunity to hold a key role in providing a high-quality service with both technical and people management responsibilities, based at CHL's laboratory in Christchurch, working closely with clinicians, other Section Heads, managers, and providing support to the West Coast and Ashburton laboratories.About You Since 2021, Core Biochemistry has implemented high throughput analyzers and middleware attached to an automated track and storage system operating a 24/7 service. This role offers an opportunity to work with vendors to achieve system stability and optimize performance. Experience in project and change management is highly desirable, as well as the ability to proactively collaborate with vendors, in-house engineers, software, ICT, and workflow specialists.The ideal candidate will demonstrate outstanding team leadership, operational management, ensuring efficient, effective, and quality-focused service delivery. Strong scientific leadership and a relevant background in medical science are essential. Excellent communication and analytical skills, experience in planning and managing budgets, and the ability to train and develop staff are also required. Providing technical oversight, operational, and strategic leadership is crucial, with support and development opportunities available.Your Skills Will Include: Exceptional interpersonal skills Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, organize, and support a team to deliver high-quality service despite variations in workload and rostering Clear process thinking to identify and mitigate inefficiencies and improve workflowCalm under pressure Significant experience at a senior scientific level in Biochemistry and within the medical science industry Hold a current MLS Annual Practising Certificate issued by MSCNZ Ability to develop clear direction and plans aligned with vision and goals Ability to train and support staff through changeWorking 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 diverse and inclusive workforce to better understand and serve our community. We welcome applications from 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 questions about the role, please contact Kerri McCarthy at . We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.Employer: Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waitaha Canterbury Note: You may be redirected to the employer's careers website. #J-18808-Ljbffr