Medical Laboratory Scientist or Technician - Microbiology

•     Medical Laboratory Scientist or Technician – Microbiology
•     Permanent Part-time Evening Shift
•     Pathlab Bay of Plenty (Tauranga)   

Are you looking for a part time role or maybe getting back into the workforce? 

Are you a registered Medical Laboratory Scientist or Technician, or do you have a tertiary science qualification?

If you answered yes to both these questions, then we would like to hear from you as we have a permanent part-time evening shift opportunity.                                                            

About the role |Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga 

We are currently seeking staff who are registered Medical Laboratory Scientists/Technicians or with a suitable tertiary science qualification enabling registration, to join our Pathlab Bay of Plenty team in a part-time permanent capacity based in Tauranga. 

We realise many sciences qualified people have little to no medical laboratory experience but have basic laboratory technique/skills, along with attention to detail, and sound scientific thinking. This is the foundation we need to build upon and will provide the necessary training to enable you to become a valuable member of our team.

The role will involve practising as a registered Scientist/Technician undertaking aspects of diagnostic laboratory work within the Microbiology department. You will be required to work evening shifts at least two nights per week and to provide casual cover for leave on other nights. We can be flexible with the start time and can accommodate with a 6 to 8 hour shift. Suitably experienced candidates may have future opportunities to expand the range of shifts they work.

Our Microbiology/Molecular department is comprised of 35+ Clinical Microbiologists, Scientists, and Technicians. We operate a variety of automated microbiology and molecular platforms, providing services that cover conventional microbiology through to molecular microbiology. Our centralised laboratory in Tauranga also supports three hospital STAT Microbiology laboratories.

By joining us you will have the opportunity to be at the forefront of Medical Microbiology in New Zealand following significant investment in new technology and staff development opportunities.

Key responsibilities include: 

• Ensure prompt and efficient testing and processing of specimens.
• Perform interpretation and timely reporting of patient results.
• Maintain laboratory quality assurance and safety standards.

With participation in our 7-day roster, working flexibly in reflection of service needs is an integral part of the role and will include rostered participation in evening shifts (Monday to Friday), but may require working day and weekend shifts. 

About you | He kōrero mōu 

The successful applicant will have good laboratory, interpersonal, and organisational skills. The ability to work well within a team as well as a service-focused approach is essential.

Our ideal candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Suitable qualification, either experienced, new graduate, or returning to work.
• Enthusiasm for continuous improvement.
• An understanding of quality systems.
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration within a team, demonstrating excellent organisation and time management skills.
• Registration with the Medical Science Council of New Zealand with a current annual practicing certificate or working towards getting registration.

About the company | Mō Tātou

Pathlab Bay of Plenty 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. We are quality and people-focused, helping more than 5,000 patients per day throughout the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, and Lakes areas.

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.

At Pathlab, we have a culture of continuous learning and development. People are at the core of everything we do, join us to find your sense of belonging and potentially your new best friends. 

How to apply | Me pēhea te tono mai

Please apply with your CV and a cover letter via the Seek portal.

Pathlab is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.