Mo te tunga | About the role Te Tai o Poutini West Coast Regional Laboratory is looking for a Medical Laboratory Technician for our small but busy core laboratory. As a Medical Laboratory Technician, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality services to our clients and ensuring the smooth operation of our laboratory. If you are passionate about delivering excellent patient care, maintaining laboratory standards, and contributing to the advancement of healthcare, we invite you to apply. This position is for a casual working as and when required. The laboratory operates between the hours of 07:00 and 18:00 Monday to Friday and provides on-call services over weekends. The key objectives and responsibilities are to: Provide polite, courteous, and prompt responses to client requests and inquiries. Operate and use the laboratory information system for patient registration, data input, and result access. Perform data input and information retrieval accurately and efficiently. Collect blood samples from both inpatients and outpatients following laboratory protocols. Perform routine laboratory testing and operating analysers. Perform other laboratory duties, including troubleshooting relevant equipment. Adhere to laboratory quality assurance procedures and policies. Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience This role requires the following: Hold a Medical Laboratory Technician qualification or have a relevant Science degree to qualify for registration as a Medical Laboratory Technician is preferred. Experience working in a medical laboratory setting is preferred. Strong knowledge of laboratory protocols, techniques, and equipment. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in recording and reporting. Good interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a team and contribute to a positive work environment. Commitment to maintaining professional development and staying updated with industry advancements. Understanding of health and safety practices and procedures. Be culturally sensitive, with an understanding of the Principles and Articles of the Treaty of Waitangi. Join our team and make a difference in the lives of patients by providing high-quality laboratory services. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications. We look forward to welcoming you to our dedicated and passionate team at Te Tai o Poutini West Coast Laboratory. Mo matou | About Us We are committed to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its principles by ensuring our partnership with Maori are at the forefront of all our conversations. We believe in improving, promoting, and protecting the health and well-being of the West Coast and the Canterbury community. The culture at Te Tai o Poutini West Coast is driven by our a Matou Uara (Our Values): Care and respect for others - Manaaki me te whakaute i te tangata. Integrity in all we do - Hapai i a matou mahi katoa i runga i te pono. Responsibility for outcomes - Te Takohanga i nga hua. We are unique and like no other in New Zealand with a close-knit community where your work will make a real difference. We will help you grow in rural health with a continued focus on your career development. This isn't a job for just anyone; joining us means sharing our goals and values and being dedicated to this community and our team as we seek to become a centre of excellence in rural health care. We offer competitive benefits, flexible working arrangements, and a relocation scheme to candidates who will join us in this. Nga hua | Benefits of working at Te Tai o Poutini West Coast Living on the West Coast offers a superb lifestyle and a great work-life balance. If you enjoy the outdoors - the mountains, sea, rivers, and lakes await you. Christchurch is only a 3-hour drive away. There are real opportunities to step onto the housing ladder. When you work at the Te Tai o Poutini West Coast, you are part of a wider whanau that will support you along your journey. We offer great coaching, mentoring, and learning outcomes for all staff. We are always improving our facilities across all campuses and have amazing discounts from select retailers, restaurants, and businesses. Tono inaianei | Apply Now Apply online on our careers website, or for any further information please contact us on Kerri McCarthy - Applicants will be progressed as they apply, so if this sounds like you, please apply now! Please visit our careers website for other roles and find your ideal fit within the Health NZ West Coast or Waitaha Canterbury. Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai! #J-18808-Ljbffr