Medical Laboratory technician

• Full time, fixed term until October 2026
• Working in all aspects of Anatomical Pathology including laboratory administration, preparation and processing of tissue samples using histopathology techniques.
• Located in the Histology Department at Waikato Hospital

About the Role

Due to a promotion in the department we have a fixed term vacancy for an experienced Medical Laboratory Technician to join our laboratory team. This is a 1.0 FTE full time role working 40 hours per week. This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic individual looking to progress their career with experience in a tertiary hospital laboratory setting.

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About the Team/Service

Our team of pathologists, scientists and technicians are supported by a modern, well equipped histology and cytology laboratory. We have access to a wide range of diagnostic stains and techniques. The Waikato Hospital Anatomical Pathology Laboratory processes over 20,000 surgical cases and over 2000 cytology cases per year.

About you

Skills and experience you’ll need to be considered for the role:

• The successful candidate must be eligible for registration with the Medical Sciences Council and hold a current practicing certificate before commencement in the role
• A team focus with good interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail with a focus on quality
• Able to work independently and prioritise workload effectively
• Understanding of and commitment to process and continuous improvement
• Previous experience in a Medical Laboratory will be an advantage

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 online” or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal before 11:59 pm on 22 July 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Shivani Kulkarni at Shivani.Kulkarni@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

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