Medical Medical Laboratory Technician Endocrinology

Permanent full-time position working 40 hours per week, based at

Canterbury Health Labs
- Develop your career within an experienced and passionate team of
laboratory professionals
- New Zealand Registration as a Medical Laboratory Scientist is

**essentialThe Team**: What we do
At the Canterbury Health Laboratories (CHL), our
Specialist Testing Cluster is proud of its status as a leading-edge reference
laboratory. Within our Specialist Testing Cluster we have over 65 skilled and
dedicated Scientists and Technicians working across several specialist areas

**including**: Specialist Chemistry, Protein Chemistry, Immunology, Endocrinology,
Steroids and Toxicology. We are one of the few diagnostic health
laboratories in New Zealand that develop new and innovative tests to meet
changing healthcare needs.
We currently have a fixed-term opportunity for
approximately 12 months working 40hrs per week (Monday - Friday) for an
experienced and motivated NZ Registered Medical Laboratory Scientist to join
our Endocrinology & Steroid team This varied position includes the use of
automated biochemistry analysers, performing manual assays (ELISA, RIA),
preparation of samples for mass spectrometric analysis and reporting of
laboratory results. The successful applicant will also contribute to the
quality management procedures for the Endocrine and Steroids Section.

**The Role**: Where
you fit in

**In this role, you will be responsible for**:

- Carrying out techniques to a high standard according to laboratory

protocol, and identifying and actioning results efficiently;
- Effectively and efficiently utilising the laboratory information
system to register patients, input data, and access results;
- Carrying out troubleshooting of tests and equipment, complying with
service/laboratory methods;
- Developing and maintaining your skills and professional expertise
through teaching sessions and educational meetings.Your skills will include:

- A general understanding of endocrinology and mass spectrometry is

highly desirable;
- A client/patient focus and passion for delivering a high-quality
service;
- The ability to liaise and communicate with a wide range of clinical
and technical staff is imperative;
- Good working knowledge of a wide range of manual and semi-automated
techniques;
- The ability to lead quality improvement initiatives along
with excellent time management skills, enabling you to thrive in a
fast-paced environment;
- New Zealand Registration as a Medical Laboratory Scientist is
essential.Training in this specialty area will be provided
for the successful applicant if required.
Mō mātou | About Us
- Ko ngā tāngata, te mātua mahi - Putting people at the heart of all

we do
- We are committed to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi
and its principles by ensuring our partnership with Māori are at the forefront
of all our conversations. We believe in improving, promoting, and
protecting the health and well-being of the Canterbury and the West Coast
community.
The culture at Te Whatu Ora [Health NZ]
Waitaha Canterbury, is driven by our ā Mātou Uara (Our Value
- s):

- Care and respect for others - Manaaki me te whakaute i te tangata.
- Integrity in all we do - Hāpai i ā mātou mahi katoa i runga i te

pono.
- Responsibility for outcomes - Te Takohanga i ngā huaNgā hua |
Benefits of working at Te Whatu Ora [Health NZ]
When you work at the Te Whatu Ora [Health NZ], you
are part of a wider whānau that will support you along your journey. We offer
great coaching, mentoring and learning outcomes for all staff. We are always
improving our facilities across all campuses and have amazing discounts from
select retailers, restaurants and businesses. At Te Whatu Ora [Health NZ], you
are part of something greater than yourself and encouraged to be your unique
self
We have a range of clinical and non-clinical roles
at Te Whatu Ora [Health NZ] Waitaha Canterbury, there could be a place for
you
Please visit our careers website for other roles
and find your ideal fit within the Te Whatu Ora [Health NZ] Waitaha
Canterbury
The Future of the Health Industry
It will be a condition of employment for this role
that you are vaccinated against Covid-19. It is therefore a condition of this
requirement includes gaining Booster Dose. As a person working in the
health and disability sector you will come into contact with a large number of
people, some of whom may be vulnerable. Without a vaccine, there is the
risk that you may contract Covid-19 or pass Covid-19 to other staff. This can
place an increased burden on our healthcare system. The requirement to be
vaccinated is to keep you safe and also to endeavour to protect others against
the potential transmission of Covid-19 as a result of you contracting it in the
course of your employment.
Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai