Medical Laboratory Scientist (POCT)
- Based at Taranaki Base Hospital, New Plymouth, New Zealand
Part Time, permanent role - rostered and rotating shifts
About the role
The Laboratory at Taranaki Base Hospital is recruiting a Part‑time (0.5 FTE) Point‑of‑Care Testing (POCT) Scientist, commencing 15 June 2026. This permanent role partners with our POCT Coordinator to deliver safe, standards‑aligned POCT across hospital wards and affiliated services. You will assist with device verification/acceptance testing, quality control and external quality assurance, operator training and competency, documentation and audits, and support connectivity of POCT devices with the LIS/EHR.
We welcome applicants with the following attributes:
- A relevant Medical Laboratory Science qualification.
- Current registration (or eligibility) with the Medical Sciences Council of NZ as a Scientist (provisional registration acceptable).
- Demonstrated experience in one or more of: POCT governance, verification/validation, IQC/EQA, operator training/competency assessment, and device connectivity/middleware.
- Strong relationship and coaching skills to support non laboratory clinical users, with clear written and verbal communication.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively, manage competing priorities, and maintain meticulous documentation within a quality management system.
- Comfortable working autonomously within a defined scope and contributing to service improvement initiatives.
Nice to have (not essential): familiarity with common POCT platforms (e.g., blood gas, glucose/ketone, cardiac markers), and preparation for accreditation assessments.
We are a hospital laboratory that provides a 24 hour a day - 7 days a week service. We welcome all applicants with a professional and caring attitude, with a focus on patients at the centre of everything you do.
Please click here to view the job description
About you
Are you a qualified Medical Laboratory Scientist who can practise in New Zealand who would embrace an exciting opportunity in a beautiful province with fantastic work life balance?
Do you share in our vision, our values and will ensure our patients feel supported and cared for throughout their journey with us?
We would love to hear from you! - Join us!
If you want to make an application click on "Apply Online" from within this page.
For further information, please contact Chris Greenwood on Chris.Greenwood@tdhb.org.nz
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About us
At Health New Zealand - Taranaki we are committed to recognising the value our people bring to our organisation within a supportive team of healthcare professionals that provide comprehensive care to our patients.
We believe having workforce that is diverse and inclusive, we are a pro-equity Health Organisation, and this means that we will be better positioned to understand and serve our community.
When you choose to work with us, we will offer you:
- A comprehensive orientation and induction to our organisation and your department
- Access to clinical training and education
- Up to date facilities, Have a look at Project Maunga - our New Facilities currently under construction check this out on our website www.tdhb.org/maunga.shtml
- Opportunities to participate on local project and regional collaboration teams
Applications Close Sunday 10 May 2026.
