Medical Laboratory Technician

Awanui Group; Auckland; On-site; NZD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Awanui Group in Auckland is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician for the Specimen Reception department on a fixed term, full-time basis (80 hours per fortnight). The role involves receiving and preparing samples, barcoding, data entry of patients and test details, and answering phones as part of a busy laboratory team.

You will work under pressure with attention to detail, adhere to quality procedures, and collaborate with colleagues to deliver accurate pathology services.

Qualifications

• Methodical approach with strict adherence to quality procedure guidelines.
• Strong customer focus and commitment to high service standards for internal and external customers.
• Sound knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory operations including safety and hands-on practice preferred.
• Team player with initiative and excellent interpersonal and communication skills in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive and prepare samples, barcode, and enter patient/test details.
• Answer phones and collaborate with the laboratory team in a busy reception area.

Skills

Quality procedures adherence

Customer focus

Medical terminology knowledge

Team player

Attention to detail

Job description

Medical Laboratory Technician – Specimen Reception

Fixed term, Full-time

Auckland

Who we are | Ko wai mātou:

Awanui Veterinary and Scientific are a part of Awanui Group (previously known as Asia Pacific Healthcare Group- APHG), the largest network of human and veterinary pathology laboratories in New Zealand. With a rich history dating back to August 2009, Awanui is dedicated to providing accurate and timely pathological diagnoses for animals in the community of Tamaki Makaurau Auckland.

About the role | Mō te tūranga:

We are currently seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician for our Specimen Reception Department. This is a fixed term, full-time role of 80 hours per fortnight.

Your key tasks will be receiving and preparing samples, barcoding, performing data entry of patients and test details and answering phones. This is a hands-on role in the laboratory environment where you will work collaboratively as part of the team, work well under pressure, and have an eye for detail and problem-solving ability.

About you | He kōrero mōu

• The ability to work in a methodical manner adhering to strict quality procedure guidelines.
• Customer focus and commitment to providing a high quality of service to internal and external customers with effective interpersonal skills.
• A sound knowledge of medical terminology, and laboratory operations including; safety, and hands-on practical experience is preferred.
• Must be a team player with initiative, good interpersonal and communication skills and possess the ability to work in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand.

What’s in it for you | He aha mōu:

You will be joining a friendly, high-performing, and forward-thinking team environment. Our veterinary laboratory is renowned for delivering an outstanding service for patients and healthcare professionals. Explore excellent opportunities to enhance your skills with our in-house Learning & Development team, ensuring your professional competency and career growth.

If you are passionate about your work, dedicated to quality and want to be part of a friendly supportive team committed to providing quality pathology services.

Applications close: 15 November 2026