Clinical Director, BreastScreen Waitemata Northland

New Zealand Government; Auckland; On-site; NZD 150,000 - 180,000; Part time

Job summary

The New Zealand Government is seeking a part-time Clinical Director for the BreastScreen Waitemata Northland service. This role involves providing clinical leadership and ensuring adherence to national quality standards while improving outcomes for women in the region.

Successful candidates will need a medical degree, NZMC registration, and extensive experience in radiology and leadership. The role supports diverse communities, advocating for equity in healthcare delivery across New Zealand.

Qualifications

• A primary medical degree and current registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ).
• Vocational registration in Diagnostic Radiology with Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists (RANZCR), or equivalent.
• Eligibility to work clinically in New Zealand and maintain relevant professional credentials.
• At least five years post‑Fellowship experience as a Consultant Radiologist.
• Demonstrated leadership experience within a clinical or multidisciplinary environment.
• Proven experience in breast imaging.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership to the BreastScreen Waitemata Northland service.
• Drive strategic and operational planning to ensure programme excellence.
• Ensure compliance with national policy and quality standards.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Leadership capability

Strong communication skills

Commitment to quality improvement

Education

Primary medical degree

Vocational registration in Diagnostic Radiology

Eligibility to work clinically in New Zealand

Job description

Clinical Director, BreastScreen Waitemata Northland – Part-Time 0.1 FTE

Waitemata and Northland 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

We are seeking an enthusiastic Clinical Director to provide clinical leadership to the BreastScreen Waitemata Northland service. This part‑time role offers a unique opportunity to influence service design, champion clinical excellence and contribute to improved outcomes for women across the Waitemata and Northland Districts. You will lead the clinical development, implementation and performance of the BreastScreen Aotearoa programme within the region, ensuring a high‑performing service that delivers the best possible outcomes for the eligible population. Working in partnership with the Programme Manager, you will drive strategic and operational planning to ensure the programme meets BreastScreen Aotearoa National Policy and Quality Standards and continues to evolve through quality improvement and innovation.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring strong clinical expertise, leadership capability, and a commitment to high‑quality, patient‑centred care.

Essential Qualifications

• A primary medical degree and current registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ).
• Vocational registration in Diagnostic Radiology with Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists (RANZCR), or equivalent.
• Eligibility to work clinically in New Zealand and maintain relevant professional credentials.

Experience & Capabilities

• At least five years post‑Fellowship experience as a Consultant Radiologist (Senior Medical Officer).
• Demonstrated leadership experience within a clinical or multidisciplinary environment.
• Proven experience in breast imaging.
• Strong commitment to clinical governance and quality improvement.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with clinical teams, partners and stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to provide clear, strategic clinical leadership.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and improving equity for Māori, Pacific and other underserved communities.

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.