Medical Laboratory Scientist - Haematology and Blood Bank

PLEASE NOTE, THIS ROLE IS ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT EMPLOYEES OF HEALTH NEW ZEALAND. WE'RE UNABLE TO ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM PEOPLE OUTSIDE OF OUR ORGANISATION.

• Medical Laboratory Scientist: Haematology and Blood Bank
• Part Time 0.8FTE (64 hours per fortnight)
• Parental Leave Cover ending August 2026
• North Shore Hospital

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

Te Whatu Ora Waitematā Laboratory is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) to join our friendly Haematology and Blood Bank team on a fixed term, part time basis. Multiskilling in both Haematology and Transfusion is essential, so work experience in both these disciplines will be an advantage.

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About Us

Health New Zealand Waitematā provides health services to approximately 650,000 residents of the North Shore, Waitakere, and Rodney areas. It has the largest population of any district health area.

For more information on living and working in Waitematā District, click here.

About you

To be successful in this role, you must be willing to participate in a 24/7 roster working 64 hours per fortnight including weekends and public holidays.

Requirements for this role:

• Recent experience, within the last year, working or training in a Haematology or Blood Bank laboratory
• Recent experience performing peripheral blood films and working knowledge of eTraceline and / or IT3000 would be advantageous
• Full drivers licence
• NZ residency or NZ citizenship is essential
• MS Council Registration as a Medical Laboratory Scientist with a current annual practising certificate, or working towards obtaining an annual practising certificate by December 2024

The successful candidate will have the following attributes:

• A reputation for a positive and dynamic approach to teamwork
• Demonstrated initiative for problem solving
• Able to deal sensitively with a wide range of people
• Proven ability to multi task
• A good eye for detail and ability to pay attention
• Able to follow procedures and instructions
• Proven computer and technology experience and skill
• Reliable, organised and responsible team player and
• Able to work in a busy environment and prioritise your workload to deliver quality results within set timeframes.

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 Date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Sarah Kneller – Recruitment Consultant via sarah.kneller@tewhatuora.govt.nz.

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

Job reference: WDHB20022