Trainee or Phlebotomist

Awanui; Masterton District; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Awanui Labs is offering a Trainee or Phlebotomist role in the Patient Services team across the Wairarapa region on a casual, part-time basis. Training will be provided for the right candidate, with duties spanning community and hospital settings and a focus on accurate specimen collection and handling.

The role requires flexibility across weekdays and weekends, and is not intended for students due to shift patterns.

Qualifications

• Methodical approach adhering to quality procedures.
• Customer-focused with strong interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory operations is desirable but not essential.
• Diploma in Applied Science or Bachelor of Science would be an advantage.
• Registration with the Medical Sciences Council and APC as a Medical Laboratory Pre-Analytical Technician is desirable but not essential.
• NZ full or restricted driver's licence.
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood samples from patients in community and hospital settings.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient care

Lab safety

Medical terminology

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma in Applied Science

Bachelor of Science

Job description

Trainee or Phlebotomist - Patient Services
Fixed term - Part time (19.5hrs per week until 11th April 2027)
Wairarapa
Who we are | Ko wai mātou:

Awanui Labs is a part of Awanui Group, the largest network of human and veterinary pathology laboratories in New Zealand. At Awanui, we're proud to be a national network of 25 laboratories, 150 collection centres, and employers of over 2,200 people throughout Aotearoa. Our team of specialist pathologists, scientists, technicians, phlebotomists, couriers, and shared services personnel deliver a world-class service that together collects, analyses, and reports over 7 million patient results annually.
Our Patient Services Department is responsible for the collection of blood samples and handling contained specimens, i.e. human blood, faeces, urine, tissue etc from patients within the community and the hospital. These samples are then processed and tested in our state-of-the-art medical laboratory.

About the role | Mō te tūranga:

We are looking for a Trainee or Phlebotomist to join our Patient Services Department across the Wairarapa region on a casual basis. In this role, you'll play a vital part in delivering high-quality patient care and specimen collection services, making a meaningful difference in our community. This role involves working across the wider Wairarapa region, including South Wairarapa, on an as-required basis.

The position requires flexibility to work across both weekdays and weekends, depending on service needs. Please note, these roles are not suitable for students, as the hours generally do not align with study commitments.

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive, professional team environment while contributing to essential laboratory and patient services. Training will be provided for the right applicant, making this an excellent opportunity to start or grow your career in healthcare.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collect blood samples from patients in both community and hospital settings.
• Handle and manage contained biological specimens, including blood, faeces, urine, and tissue, in accordance with safety and compliance standards.
• Ensure accurate labelling, handling, and transport of patient specimens.
• Support the processing and testing of specimens within a state-of-the-art medical laboratory.
• Maintain patient care, confidentiality, and quality standards at all times.

About you | He kōrero mōu

To be successful in this role you need to have:

• 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, laboratory operations including safety, operation of equipment and hands-on practical experience is desirable, but not essential.
• Diploma in Applied Science, or a Bachelor of Science would be an advantage, but not essential.
• Registration with the Medical Science Council and an Annual Practising Certificate as a Medical Laboratory Pre-Analytical Technician in Patient Services is desirable, but not essential.
• A valid New Zealand full or restricted driver's licence
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand.

If you are not currently registered with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand, we will support the successful candidate to work towards registration and qualification as a Medical Laboratory Pre-Analytical Technician within two years of employment.

If you are currently working towards your qualification or registration, you will also be considered for this role.

What’s in it for you | He aha mōu:

Our three core values guide us in creating an inclusive and respected workplace where everyone can thrive and make a meaningful difference:

• Manaakitanga - We Care for each other and the people we serve.
• Whakapakari - We Improve and adapt to create opportunities for success.
• Hiranga - We Deliver the highest quality medical and scientific expertise.

Our laboratory is highly automated and technically advanced, delivering outstanding service for patients and healthcare professionals.

We also offer excellent opportunities to enhance your skills with our in-house Learning & Development team, supporting your professional competency and career growth.

Application closes 15 November 2026