Laboratory Technician

JobSpace; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand in Hawke's Bay invites applications for a Preanalytical Laboratory Technician / Phlebotomist at Wairoa Hospital. You will collect, receive, process and prepare patient samples, undertake phlebotomy duties and point-of-care testing to support accurate diagnoses.

This is a patient-facing, teamwork-focused role within a professional laboratory service that values quality, safety and timely results for the Wairoa community.

Qualifications

• Registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand (or working towards)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a patient-focused approach
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow laboratory protocols accurately
• Good computer and data entry skills and knowledge of healthcare systems

Responsibilities

• Collect, receive, process and prepare patient samples.
• Perform phlebotomy duties and point-of-care testing.
• Ensure specimens are managed accurately and efficiently per protocols.
• Work as part of a professional laboratory team to support timely diagnoses and high-quality service

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient communication

Attention to detail

Data entry

Lab experience

Specimen collection

Healthcare knowledge

Education

MSC NZ registration (or in progress)

Job description

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Permanent, Part Time, 64 hours per fortnight (0.8 FTE)

Enjoy a varied and rewarding role where you'll combine patient care and laboratory science to support the health and wellbeing of your local community.

About the Role

As a Preanalytical Laboratory Technician / Phlebotomist, you will play an essential role in supporting the delivery of high quality laboratory services to the Wairoa community. You will be responsible for collecting, receiving, processing, and preparing patient samples, undertaking phlebotomy duties, performing point of care testing, and ensuring specimens are managed accurately and efficiently in line with laboratory standards and protocols.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone with a keen interest in healthcare and science who enjoys working directly with patients. You'll be part of a professional laboratory team committed to quality, accuracy, and excellent service, while contributing to timely diagnoses and positive patient outcomes.

About the Team/Service/Location

Our Laboratory Service provides vital diagnostic support to healthcare services across Hawke's Bay. Working from Wairoa Hospital, you will be part of a close knit team that delivers essential laboratory and phlebotomy services to the local community while maintaining strong links with the wider Hawke's Bay Laboratory network.

Wairoa offers a unique lifestyle with a strong sense of community, beautiful natural surroundings, and easy access to beaches, rivers, and outdoor recreation.

About You

As a Preanalytical Laboratory Technician / Phlebotomist, you will bring:

• Registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand, or be working towards registration.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a patient-focused approach.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to follow laboratory protocols accurately.
• Good computer and data entry skills.
• A positive attitude, problem-solving mindset, and commitment to delivering high-quality service.
• Previous medical laboratory or phlebotomy experience.
• Experience with specimen collection and processing.
• Knowledge of healthcare systems and laboratory environments.

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.

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.