Medical Laboratory Scientist or Technician

5 days ago

Hastings, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand Awanui Full time NZ$60,000 - NZ$100,000 per year

Medical Laboratory Scientist or Technician - Haematology
Permanent, Full-time
Hawkes Bay, Hastings

Who we are | Ko wai mātou:
Awanui Labs Hawkes Bay (previously known as Southern Community Laboratories) provides high-quality diagnostic pathology services to the community, healthcare professionals, and their patients. Awanui operates a nationwide network of medical and veterinary diagnostic laboratories.

About the role | Mō te tūranga:
Join our small friendly team in sunny Hawkes Bay. The region offers an excellent lifestyle in a warm and sunny climate.

We are seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist or experienced Medical Laboratory Technician to join our Haematology Department. This is a permanent, full-time role. The role also involves Biochemistry and Specimen Reception duties as needed. Being a community lab, our shifts are very civilised.

Current shift patterns are:

  • Normal weekday hours 8:00AM-5:00PM
  • Participation in the weekday evening shift roster 10:00AM-7:00PM
  • Participation in the Saturday overtime roster
  • No Sundays, no on-call

The ideal candidate will have routine haematology and blood film morphology experience. Biochemistry experience is also desirable.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform routine haematology testing and blood film morphology.
  • Ensure accurate and timely reporting of laboratory results in line with quality standards.
  • Participate in internal and external quality control programmes.
  • Maintain laboratory equipment and report any issues to ensure optimal performance.
  • Follow established laboratory processes and quality systems.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety policies and procedures.
  • Keep up to date with developments in haematology and maintain professional standards.

About you | He kōrero mōu
To be successful in this role you need to have:

  • Registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand and an Annual Practising Certificate.
  • Ability to work rostered shifts, including weekends.
  • Strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and high-quality results.
  • Proven ability to interpret complex laboratory data and report findings confidently.
  • Skilled in workflow prioritisation and working collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Familiarity with quality assurance systems and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to provide technical and scientific advice.
  • The ability to work in a methodical manner adhering to strict quality procedure guidelines.
  • Committed to health and safety compliance and maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
  • Eligibility to work in New Zealand.

Recent BMLSc  graduates, or other candidates who are in the process of obtaining  registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand are also welcome to apply.

What's in it for you | He aha mōu:
You will be joining a friendly, high-performing, and forward-thinking team environment. Our laboratory is well equipped with modern instrumentation and delivers an outstanding service for patients and healthcare professionals.

If you are passionate about your work, dedicated to quality and want to be part of a friendly supportive team in a great location, please click 'Apply now'

Application closes 4 January 2026

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