Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Anatomical Pathology, Whangarei Hospital
- Permanent fulltime position
- This position is where you can use your strengths, and make a meaningful impact, feel a sense of purpose and make friends at the same time
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
As a Medical Laboratory Technician, you will assist in the receipt, documentation, registration, processing of all specimens, including those referred to other laboratories, as required by authorized policies and protocols. You will also be required to perform other technical and operational duties normally expected of a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), such as those related to efficient and effective operations of the Pathology service.
About the Team/Service/ Location
Our team consists of scientists, technicians, pathologists and secretaries who all provide a vital role within Anatomical Pathology in order to achieve the correct diagnosis for the patients. We are a friendly team who look out for each other and socialise together. The laboratory has just moved into a purpose-built state of the art facility providing an airy and spacious environment for our team to enjoy together, situated near some of the best beaches in New Zealand.
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About you
- Medical Laboratory Technician with registration with the New Zealand Medical Sciences Council
- Basic computer literacy
- Experience working within a Pathology laboratory
- Ability to work as a team member
- Whilst not essential, previous experience in a healthcare setting, recent experience working within an Anatomical Pathology department or microtomy experience is advantageous.
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 by 26 June 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Olivia Matthews at NL-jobs@tewhatuora.govt.nz.
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.