Medical Laboratory Technician, National New Born Screening Programme, LabPlus at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Toka Tumai Auckland, Auckland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Exciting opportunity for a Medical Laboratory Technician position in Newborn Metabolic Screening, LabPLUS

• On-going training and development provided
• Permanent full time position

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 inviting expressions of interest from experienced Medical Laboratory Technicians who are interested in progressing their career. This position is in the Newborn Screening section of the Specialist Chemical Pathology. The department encompasses Special Biochemistry, Endocrinology, Trace Metals and Chromatography and provides laboratory services for 3 national programmes (Bowel Screening, Newborn Screening and Antenatal Screening).

This position is full time working rostered shifts Monday to Sunday. Whilst this role is based primarily in the Newborn Screening section, there may also be a requirement to work in other sections of the department. Primary tasks for this role will involve pre-analytical sorting and checking of cards, punching of cards, analytical work and general admin work. 

Key personal skills we are looking for in candidates are those who can remain focussed on task(s) when under pressure and are comfortable in a work environment that can demand high flexibility.

About the Service

LabPLUS is an IANZ accredited medical laboratory and is one of New Zealand's premier laboratories. LabPLUS are part of the state-owned Te Toka Tumai Auckland. We offer a comprehensive pathology service for Auckland City Hospital, Starship Childrens Hospital, National Women's Health, and the Greenlane Clinical Centre. LabPLUS is also a major referral laboratory for specialised laboratory tests for New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. Visit our website www.labplus.co.nz for more information.

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About you

As the ideal person for this role, you will have the following skills and attributes:

• NZ Registered Medical Laboratory Technician with a current Annual Practicing Certificate
• You should have formal qualification in the subject of chemical pathology with recent practical experience.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work closely as part of a team
• An attention to detail with a strong focus on quality and accuracy
• Excellent organisational and computer skills
• Flexibility with working hours

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For further information on this role please contact Colleen Harvey - Scientist Unit Manager on +64 21 510 972 or colleen.harvey@tewhatuora.govt.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 on the `Apply tab below and submit your application online attaching your updated CV and Covering Letter.

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If you have any queries about accessibility, or technical issues with the online process, please contact Aaron Chamberlain - Recruitment Consultant at aaron.chamberlain@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz quoting ref #ADHB23682 to discuss how we can best support your application.

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