Medical Laboratory Scientist – Microbiology

Awanui; Wellington; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellington SCL is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our Core Laboratory in Wellington. This permanent, full-time role works 80 hours per fortnight and focuses on delivering accurate diagnostic results with a customer-centered approach.

You will perform specimen handling, data entry, and maintain strict quality procedures while collaborating with team members and other departments. Registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand and an APC are required.

Qualifications

• Registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand and current APC are required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented laboratory environment.
• Experience with tracking samples and entering patient/test details accurately.

Responsibilities

• Barcoding, receipting, and preparing specimens as they arrive at the laboratory.
• Entering patient and test details accurately into the system.
• Answering telephones and handling enquiries professionally.
• Work well under pressure and manage competing priorities.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and a high degree of accuracy.
• Be willing to learn new skills and adapt to changing procedures.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Maintain a friendly, customer-focused approach at all times.
• Show initiative and be self-sufficient in day-to-day tasks.

Skills

Methodical work

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Independent work

Communication skills

Quality and safety

Adaptability

Education

Registration with Medical Sciences Council of NZ

Annual Practising Certificate as Medical Laboratory Scientist

Job description

Wellington SCL is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our Core Laboratory in Wellington. This permanent, full-time role works 80 hours per fortnight and focuses on delivering accurate diagnostic results with a customer-centered approach.

You will perform specimen handling, data entry, and maintain strict quality procedures while collaborating with team members and other departments. Registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand and an APC are required.