Fixed Term, Medical Laboratory Scientist - Histology

• Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldier’s Hospital, Laboratory Department
• Fixed term, 80 hour’s per fortnight (1 FTE)
• Rewarding Career – Be part of a team that saves lives and improves health outcomes daily.

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

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Medical Laboratory Scientist - Histology to join our dynamic laboratory team at Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldier’s Hospital on a fixed-term 12-month basis, working 1 FTE. In this role, you will contribute to accurate diagnosis and patient care by preparing and examining tissue samples using histological techniques

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our Histology Department is part of the wider laboratory services team committed to delivering high-quality pathology testing. You will be working in a supportive, professional environment with opportunities for ongoing learning and development.

Hawke’s Bay offers excellent work-life balance, sun, beaches, exceptional outdoor adventures, great schools, mountains and skiing close by, wonderful food and stunning wineries, vibrant cities and plenty more to boast about. For more information on living and working in Hawke’s Bay click HERE

About you

• You are a qualified with current registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand, and you have proven experience in histology techniques.
• You have a strong commitment to quality assurance, accuracy, and patient safety, ensuring that all samples are handled with the utmost care and precision.
• You are confident in interpreting histological staining and identifying abnormalities, with a keen eye for detail and a scientific approach to problem-solving.
• You thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic laboratory environment, able to manage multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining high standards.
• You have excellent communication skills and enjoy working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, supporting clinicians with timely and reliable results.
• You are proactive in your approach to professional development, eager to stay up to date with advances in histology and laboratory science.
• You are adaptable and flexible, able to respond to the evolving needs of the service and contribute positively to continuous improvement initiatives.

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 review the position profile, click HERE To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Tim Aitken via email on tim.aitken@hbdhb.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.