Medical Laboratory Scientist, Specialist Chemical Pathology, Labplus

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Toka Tumai Auckland; Auckland; Presencial; NZD 70.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora invites expressions of interest from experienced Medical Laboratory Scientists for a role in Specialist Chemical Pathology at LabPLUS, Auckland. The position covers Special Biochemistry, Endocrinology, and Chromatography, with ongoing training and development.

Based in Chromatography and Specialist Biochemistry, the role may involve other sections; requires APC and NZ registration, with a flexible roster Monday to Sunday.

Formación

• NZ Registered Medical Laboratory Scientist with current APC.
• Experience in chemical pathology preferred.
• Able to work in fast-paced environment with high attention to detail.

Responsabilidades

• Work in Chromatography and Specialist Biochemistry.
• Perform manual, semi-automated and automated methods.
• Flexible with shifts Monday–Sunday and across sections as needed.
• Collaborate with team to ensure high quality and accurate results.

Conocimientos

NZ Registered MSL

Educación

Formal qualification in chemical pathology

Descripción del empleo

Exciting opportunity for a Medical Laboratory Scientist position in Specialist Chemical Pathology, LabPLUS On-going training and development provided Permanent full time position 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

We are inviting expressions of interest from experienced Medical Laboratory Scientists who are interested in progressing their career. The Specialist Chemical Pathology department encompasses Special Biochemistry, Endocrinology, Trace Metals and Chromatography and provides laboratory services for 3 national programmes (Bowel Screening, Newborn Screening and Antenatal Screening). This position is full time working rostered shifts Monday to Sunday. The role is based primarily in the Chromatography and Specialist Biochemistry areas but there may also be a requirement to work in other sections of the department. Applicants must be able to showcase their practical experience using a range of manual, semi-automated and fully automated methods and specialised techniques. Key personal skills we are looking for in candidates are those who (a) are adept at task-switching (b) can remain focussed on task(s) when under pressure and (c) are comfortable in a work environment that can demand high flexibility.

About the Team/Service/ Location

LabPLUS is an IANZ accredited medical laboratory and is one of New Zealand's premier laboratories. LabPLUS are part of the state-owned Te Toka Tumai Auckland. We offer a comprehensive pathology service for Auckland City Hospital, Starship Children's Hospital, National Women's Health, and the Greenlane Clinical Centre. LabPLUS is also a major referral laboratory for specialised laboratory tests for New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. Visit our website www.labplus.co.nz for more information. For more information on living and working in Auckland click here

About you

• NZ Registered Medical Laboratory Scientist with a current Annual Practicing Certificate
• You should have formal qualification in the subject of chemical pathology
• Recent practical experience within the speciality is required
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
• An attention to detail with a strong focus on quality and accuracy together with a can-do attitude to work in a fast-paced and busy environment
• Excellent organisational and computer skills
• Flexibility with working hours

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For further information on this role please contact Colleen Harvey - Scientist Unit Manager on [phone] or [e-mail]

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

Advertising closes: 12 November 2026 at Time 11:59 pm (New Zealand standard time).