Specimen Reception Medical Lab Technician - Fixed-Term

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

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.