Part-time Medical Laboratory Pre-Analytical Technician/Trainee-Specimen Services

Are you a qualified Medical Laboratory Pre-Analytical Technician looking for a change or are you interested in working in the scientific industry but have little or no scientific education or work experience? If so, then read on!

About the company | Mō Tātou

Pathlab Rotorua is a proud member of the wider Pathlab group. Owned and directed by a team of highly experienced, local Pathologists, we are proud of our robust systems and innovative solutions. Pathlab Rotorua provides laboratory services to 800+ patients per day in Rotorua and its surrounding districts. As essential service providers, Pathlab staff are committed to their support and provision of diagnostic testing and results to our communities.

Our values reflect our commitment to service excellence, treating each other with respect and honesty, staying enthusiastic about continuous improvement, respecting our New Zealand heritage, and acknowledging the Treaty of Waitangi.

About the role |Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga

We are looking for a Medical Laboratory Pre-Analytical Technician (MLPAT) or Trainee to join our Specimen Services team based in Rotorua. We have one part-time position available - 30 hours per week (0.75 FTE). Hours of work are Monday to Friday between 8:30 am and 7:00 pm, with participation in the weekend roster.

Specimen Services ensure the prompt, efficient processing, and smooth transition of specimens from arrival in the laboratory to the respective departments. Tasks include barcoding, receipting, and preparing specimens coming into the laboratory, and inputting patients’ data and test results into computers.

About you | He kōrero mōu

The ideal candidate for this role will hold a Medical Laboratory Pre-Analytical Technician qualification with experience within a Specimen Services team. You will be a team player with good communication skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to show initiative. You are able to keep clear, accurate records. Minimum typing speed of 55 words per minute is required.

Previous medical laboratory experience is an advantage but is not a prerequisite. We are also interested in hearing from candidates who are passionate about science and want to further their careers in one of our cutting-edge laboratories. We commit to providing you with a full training plan and support to develop technical competencies that will enable you to sit an exam through the NZIMLS and register as a Medical Laboratory Pre-Analytical Technician with the NZ Medical Sciences Council.

If you are looking to start your career within a supportive team, where there are real opportunities to learn, develop and progress then don’t delay, apply today!