Part-Time Medical Lab Technician — Phlebotomy & Specimens

Awanui; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Awanui Labs - Queenstown is seeking a motivated Medical Laboratory Technician for a permanent, part-time role based in Queenstown. The position runs Saturday through Tuesday for 32 hours per week, offering hands-on experience in a modern core laboratory.

Key duties include specimen handling, phlebotomy, data entry, client support, and teamwork in a high-standard diagnostic setting. Registration with the Medical Sciences Council NZ is preferred or in progress.

Qualifications

• Ability to work methodically following strict quality procedures.
• Strong customer focus and commitment to high-quality service.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and basic laboratory operations preferred.
• Able to work in a dynamic environment with competing priorities.
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand; valid NZ drivers licence not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory work including preparing, sorting and processing specimens.
• Perform phlebotomy procedures and collect specimens per protocols.
• Enter patient/test information accurately into LIMS.
• Answer phone inquiries and assist clients professionally.
• Participate in on-call duties as required.
• Maintain high accuracy and adapt to changes in procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Work eligibility

Education

Registration with Medical Sciences Council (NZ)

Job description

Awanui Labs - Queenstown is seeking a motivated Medical Laboratory Technician for a permanent, part-time role based in Queenstown. The position runs Saturday through Tuesday for 32 hours per week, offering hands-on experience in a modern core laboratory.

Key duties include specimen handling, phlebotomy, data entry, client support, and teamwork in a high-standard diagnostic setting. Registration with the Medical Sciences Council NZ is preferred or in progress.