Casual Phlebotomist - Hawera at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Taranaki, Taranaki

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Whatu Ora Taranaki

Taranaki Whanui He Rohe Oranga - Taranaki Together, A Healthy Community

 Te Kaupapa – Mission

Improving, promoting, protecting and caring for the health and wellbeing of the people of Taranaki.

We are looking for people that share our vision by providing the best care for our people and our community. We have a responsibility to see the whole picture, the whole community, in terms of health and to support everyone working in Taranaki to do the best job they can in a world of constant change.

Taranaki - A place like no other

Taranaki boasts some of New Zealand’s most iconic natural landscapes like Mt Taranaki and many adventure activities. The rugged and wild coastline is home to more than 12 world-class surf breaks. Taranaki is a place where you can ski and surf in the same day.  For a more relaxing experience, there are many walks (bush, coastal or mountain) as well as   art trails, festivals and award-winning museums and galleries and a thriving café culture. Click here to read more information about Taranaki.

E pā ana ki a tatou - About us

At Te Whatu Ora Taranaki we are committed to recognising the value our people bring to our organisation within a supportive team of healthcare professionals that provide comprehensive care to our patients.

We believe having workforce that is diverse and inclusive, we are a pro-equity Health Organisation, and this means that we will be better positioned to understand and serve our community.

When you choose to work with us, we will offer you:

·         A comprehensive orientation and induction to our organisation and your department

·         Access to clinical training and education

·         Up to date facilities, Have a look at Project Maunga - our New Facilities currently under construction check this out on our website www.tdhb.org/maunga.shtml

·         Opportunities to participate on local project and regional collaboration teams

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

Labcare Pathology in Hawera Hospital has a casual phlebotomist position available which will be covering predominantly outpatient phlebotomy and assisting in morning ward rounds if needed. This position will also cover reception duties welcoming and greeting patients, answering telephone queries and sorting request forms. 

The ideal candidate would become part of a team covering phlebotomy and reception within our Hawera Laboratory.   The successful applicant would need to be available between the hours of 0800 to 1630 Monday – Friday as part of our inpatient and outpatient phlebotomy service.  

We welcome all applicants with the following attributes:

• Currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Sciences Council (Not essential) or are committed to attaining the relevant qualification required.
• Phlebotomy experience. (Not essential, training will be provided)
• Able to carry out technical duties under the supervision of a senior staff laboratory staff\
• Proven ability to work in a team environment.
• Has excellent computer skills and able to use Microsoft office and excel
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Experience working with a wide variety of people.

 We welcome all applicants from a competent, professional and caring field with patients focus at the centre of everything they do.  

Please click here to view the job description

Moū - About you

Are you a qualified phlebotomist or would be interested in training to become a phlebotomist who can practise in New Zealand and would embrace an exciting opportunity in a beautiful province with fantastic work life balance?

Do you share in our vision, our values and will ensure our patients feel supported and cared for throughout their journey with us?

We would love to hear from you! -  Join us!

 For further information, please contact Amy Worthington on Email: Amy.Worthington@tdhb.org.nz

 Applications Close 30 September 2023

 Ma tini, ma mano, ka rapa te whai

By joining together, we will succeed.