Medical Laboratory Scientist – Precision Diagnostics

JobSpace; Nelson; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Awanui Labs - Nelson is seeking a dedicated Medical Laboratory Scientist for their Core Lab. This permanent, full-time position operates on an 80-hour fortnight, with responsibilities including specimen prep, data entry, and customer-focused service.

The successful candidate will be methodical, accurate, and able to work independently or as part of a team, with on-call shifts as rostered.

Qualifications

• Registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand and an Annual Practising Certificate.
• Ability to work methodically with strict quality procedures and accurate record-keeping.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills in a fast-paced laboratory.
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and work both independently and in a team.

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 problem-solving skills and accuracy, with on-call flexibility.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Strong communication

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Registration with Medical Sciences Council of NZ

Annual Practising Certificate

Eligibility to work in New Zealand

Job description

Awanui Labs - Nelson is seeking a dedicated Medical Laboratory Scientist for their Core Lab. This permanent, full-time position operates on an 80-hour fortnight, with responsibilities including specimen prep, data entry, and customer-focused service.

The successful candidate will be methodical, accurate, and able to work independently or as part of a team, with on-call shifts as rostered.