Medical Laboratory Technician - Biochemistry
North Shore Waitakere Hospitals
Permanent role, 0.6 FTE 48 hours per fortnight
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Role
As a Medical Laboratory Technician Biochemistry, you will provide a high quality, innovative diagnostic laboratory service that meets the needs of our patients, consumers, and whanau.
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About Us
Health New Zealand Waitemata provides health services to approximately 650,000 residents of the North Shore, Waitakere, and Rodney areas. It has the largest population of any district health area.
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About you
To be considered for this role, you must have:
A current annual practising certificate and registration with the New Zealand Medical Sciences Council, or eligibility to register with the Council.Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Advanced computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
A demonstrated flexible approach to shift work.
The ideal candidate will also have:
- 5 years of experience in a hospital-based laboratory setting.
Experience, knowledge, or qualification in microbiology, immunology or molecular testing.
The successful candidate will be required to work in both Biochemistry and Microbiology, participating in a 24/7 roster, covering North Shore Hospital and Waitakere Hospital sites.
You will need to be a team player, well organised and able to manage the demands of competing priorities in a busy hospital laboratory environment. If this sounds like you, apply now!
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 26 February 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Sarah Kneller Recruitment Consultant via sarah.kneller@tewhatuora.govt.nz.
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.
Job reference: WDHB20929