Medical Laboratory Scientist - Automation
- Automation Laboratory - Whangarei Hospital
- Permanent fulltime position, working 40 hours per week on a rotational shift roster covering day, pm and am shifts
- This is a great role if you aspire to be part of an exceptional team working in a purpose-built laboratory, where you can become proficient in Haematology and Biochemistry
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 Scientist, you will contribute as an effective member of the Northland Pathology Services team, Auto-Lab (Haematology and Biochemistry) to provide a quality & safe pathology service that ensures timely, accurate results to pathology laboratory users. Participate in the receipt, documentation, registration, processing and reporting of all specimens, including those referred to other laboratories, as required by authorised policies and protocols.
You will also be required to perform other technical and operational duties normally expected of a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS such as those involving quality and safety or the efficient and effective operations of the laboratory service).
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About the Team/Service/Location
Our team of 14 scientists provide a 24/7 Haematology and Biochemistry diagnostic testing service that is the heart of Pathology diagnostics in Northland. The purpose-built laboratory with state-of-the-art automation and a dedicated team ensures a working environment where the patient's and employee well-being is our top priority.
A career with Health New Zealand – Te Tai Tokerau allows you to drive meaningful change for the communities we care about while advancing your own professional growth. All of this comes with the lifestyle benefits of living in the beautiful North—where you truly can enjoy the best of both worlds.
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About you
As a Medical Laboratory Scientist, you will have strong attention to detail and accuracy skills and have an ability to work autonomously within a multi-disciplinary team.
- New Zealand Registered and licenced Medical Laboratory Scientist
- Work experience in a Medical Laboratory
- Work experience with Laboratory Information system
- Ability to build and maintain effective professional relationships
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a team member
- Whilst not essential, candidates that have a basic understanding of health/illness and prevention of infection and/or previous experience within a Healthcare setting are 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 4th June 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Olivia Matthews at NL-jobs@tewhatuora.govt.nz.
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
