Medical Lab Scientist / Technician

Christchurch - Canterbury Health Laboratories - Specimen ServicesPermanent full time position working 40 hours per week Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in theprinciples of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health systemthat serves all New Zealanders.About the RoleCanterbury Health Laboratories (CHL) is a busy diagnosticfacility providing services to in-patients and outpatients at Health NZ | TeWhatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury within Christchurch.

In this role, you will be responsible for:Providing a high-quality service to clientsRegistering samples into the Delphic LIS, and carrying out processes required for the pre-analytical processing of samplesInterpretation and input of request formsChecking of data for accuracy and informationAnswering telephone enquiries in our Lab line call centreLiaising with staff, patients and referrers effectivelyCo-ordinating shipments (outgoing and incoming)Troubleshooting and basic maintenance of equipment/instrumentationAbout youSkills and ExperienceExcellent interpersonal and organisational skillsThe ability to contribute to and improve personal and team performanceData entry experience, competent level computer skills is preferableFamiliarity with laboratory processes and experience in a similar roleThe ability to perform rostered shifts in a 24 hour, 7 days per week Health LaboratoryWorking at Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuringexcellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.

If you haveany questions about the role, please contact Kerri McCarthy atKerri.McCarthy@TeWhatuOra.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceedwith the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.