Medical Laboratory Scientist

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora; Wellington; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Medical Laboratory Scientist for a permanent, full-time position in the Bay of Islands. The role involves ensuring quality and timely pathology services. Candidates should be registered and have relevant laboratory experience. This position offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to health services in a stunning and diverse region.

Benefits

Inclusive and diverse working environment

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Registered Medical Laboratory Scientist with work experience.
• Experience in a Medical Laboratory.
• Familiarity with Laboratory Information Systems.

Responsibilities

• Participation in the receipt, documentation, registration, processing, and reporting of specimens.
• Ensuring timely and accurate results to pathology laboratory users.

Skills

Ability to build and maintain effective professional relationships

Ability to work independently

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

New Zealand Registered and licensed Medical Laboratory Scientist

Tools

Laboratory Information system

Job description

• Pathology Services, Bay of Islands Hospital
• Permanent full-time position, working 40 hours per week
• Join our team in the subtropical Bay of Islands

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 Scientist, you will contribute as an effective member of the Te Tai Tokerau Pathology Services team, to provide a quality & safe pathology service that ensures timely, accurate results to pathology laboratory users. Throughout the day, you will participate in the receipt, documentation, registration, processing and reporting of all specimens, including those referred to other laboratories, as required by authorised policies and protocols.

About the Team/Service/Location

A career with Health New Zealand Northland will see you action meaningful change in the region we love, and in your professional development – all whilst enjoying everything the stunning region has to offer. You really can enjoy the best of both.

For more information on living and working in the Bay of Islands, click here

About you

• New Zealand Registered and licenced Medical Laboratory Scientist
• Work experience in a Medical Laboratory
• Work experience with Laboratory Information system
• Ability to build and maintain effective professional relationships
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a team member.

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 20 th July 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Olivia Matthews at [e-mail] .

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

Job details

Job Reference:

Job Reference: BAY03863

Location:

North Island - Northland - Bay of Islands

Job type:

Job type: Permanent Full time

Expertise:

Clinical - Technical - Medical Lab Scientist / Technician