Medical Laboratory Technician - Biochemistry Permanent, Part-time

Who we are | Ko wai mātou:

Awanui Labs - Canterbury (previously known as Canterbury SCL) is a part of Awanui Group, the largest network of human and veterinary pathology laboratories in New Zealand. Awanui Labs – Canterbury is a community-based diagnostic laboratory, and we process 3500+ samples from our 11 collection sites daily.

About the role | Mō te tūranga:

Our Biochemistry Department is currently searching for a dedicated, enthusiastic and competent Medical Laboratory Technician. This is a permanent part-time position of 12 hours per week. Shifts will be 4 hours in the evening on Wednesday, Thursday and riday.

As part of this role you will be required to undertake the following duties:

• Receipts, process and stores specimens correctly, giving appropriate priority to urgent specimens.
• Prioritise and organise work to meet established deadlines and turn-around times.
• Perform tests in accordance with the protocols and methods established.
• Understand the basic principles and techniques of the methods and protocols used within the Department.
• Set up and operate the laboratory equipment in accordance with the Department’s methods and procedure manuals.
• Carry out and records the required equipment checks, calibrations, maintenance and quality control as required, including recognising problems and informing the appropriate person.
• Use the LIS proficiently including generation of work lists, and entering data as appropriate.

To succeed in this role, you will need | Kia angitu, me whai koe i:

• Full registration or eligibility to register with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand.
• A current Annual or Interim Practicing Certificate.
• Experience within the discipline of Biochemistry would be an advantage.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a dynamic team are key attributes.