Phlebotomist, Laboratory at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Counties Manukau, Auckland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Fixed term ( 5 months )  Full / Part Time Hours

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 currently looking for a Phlebotomy or an experienced Medical Sciences Council registered Phlebotomist (QPT/QMLT) to join our team at Counties Manukau District. Experience in blood collection for all age groups and previous experience in Intravenous Cannulation is desirable.

The position will be 4-5 days per week rostered shift work. Flexibility with working hours is required, able to participate in weekend roster and some call-back. The successful applicant will work across both Middlemore Hospital and Manukau Health Park.

If you have an excellent interpersonal and organisation skill and likes working in a hospital environment, then this opportunity could be for you. 

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our team of 43 Phlebotomists provides Phlebotomy and IV Cannulation Support Service to 44 wards across Middlemore Hospital, 1 Middlemore Collection Room Service and 1 Manukau Health Park Collection Room Service.

About you

As a  Qualified Phlebotomist:

• Eligibility to work in New Zealand
• Registered QPT/QMLT or able to obtain registration from the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand
• Knowledge of and ability to apply the Privacy Act
• Able to collect blood samples from adults, children and neonates
• Able to perform IV Cannulation as an extended scope of practice

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 apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal To view the job description, please click here.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Reshma Amin @  Reshma.Amin@tewhatuora.govt.nz or +64 021574042 

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.