Medical Laboratory Technician - Microbiology

Marketplace; Northland; Remote; NZD 74,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau in Whangārei invites applications for a Medical Laboratory Technician in Microbiology. This permanent full-time role (40 hours/week) offers a 24/7 roster with days off, enabling time with family and the outdoors in the winterless north.

You will handle receipt, documentation, and processing of specimens according to policies and protocols in a modern lab. Registration with the NZ Medical Sciences Council, basic computer literacy, teamwork, and

Qualifications

• Registration with the NZ Medical Sciences Council.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Ability to rapidly learn new knowledge and skills.
• Experience in a healthcare setting.
• Recent microbiology lab experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in receipt, documentation, registration and processing of specimens.
• Support efficient operations of Pathology services.
• Work as part of the Microbiology team to deliver accurate results.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Rapid learner

Infection prevention

Team player

Healthcare experience

Microbiology experience

Education

NZ Medical Sciences Council registration

Job description

# Medical Laboratory Technician - Microbiology at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau, Northland## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* **Microbiology, Pathology Services - Whangarei Hospital*** **Permanent full-time position, working 40 hours per week*** **This is a great role as it allows for a 24/7 roster with rostered days off, where you can enjoy time off with your family and outdoors in the winterless north.**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 Technician, you will assist in the receipt, documentation, registration, processing of all specimens, including those referred to other laboratories, as required by authorized policies and protocols. You will also be required to perform other technical and operational duties normally expected of a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), such as those related to efficient and effective operations of the Pathology service.**Click here** to view the position description.**About the Team/Service/ Location**Our team of 19 strive to provide excellent services to the patients of Northland. You have the opportunity to work in one of the most modern labs in New Zealand. As a Medical Laboratory Technician in Microbiology, you become part of the team that uncovers what the naked eye cant see. Every specimen tells a story, and your skill helps transform that story into safe, effective patient care.As well as a warm climate, the \"winterless north\" offers excellent schools, affordable housing and scenic coastal areas offering a range of recreational activities. We are just a two hours' drive or 25-minute flight from the international hub of Auckland.For more information on living and working in Northland, click here**About you*** Medical Laboratory Technician with registration with the New Zealand Medical Sciences Council* Basic computer literacy* Proven ability to rapidly learn new knowledge and skills* A basic understanding of health/illness and prevention of infection* Previous experience within a Healthcare setting* Ability to work as a team memberRecent experience working within a Medical Laboratory within Microbiology is desired.**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 **22nd November 2026.** 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.**## Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details| | || --- | --- || Employer: | Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau || Location: | Northland || Position type: | Permanent Full time || Category: | Health || Date listed: | 09-Nov-2026 || Salary range: | $73,876 - $88,887 || Closing date: | 22-Nov-2026 || Reference: | WHA01731 || Attachment: | No File Attached || File links: | || Website: | https://www.northlanddhb.org.nz/ |Note: You may be redirected to the employer's careers website.