Job Opportunities in New Zealand

Medical Laboratory Scientist

Vacancy No: TAR05546

Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Whatu Ora Taranaki
Taranaki Whanui He Rohe Oranga - Taranaki Together, A Healthy Community

Te Kaupapa – Mission

Improving, promoting, protecting and caring for the health and wellbeing of the people of Taranaki.
We are looking for people that share our vision by providing the best care for our people and our community. We have a responsibility to see the whole picture, the whole community, in terms of health and to support everyone working in Taranaki to do the best job they can in a world of constant change.

Taranaki - A place like no other
Taranaki boasts some of New Zealand’s most iconic natural landscapes like Mt Taranaki and many adventure activities. The rugged and wild coastline is home to more than 12 world-class surf breaks. Taranaki is a place where you can ski and surf in the same day. For a more relaxing experience, there are many walks (bush, coastal or mountain) as well as art trails, festivals and award-winning museums and galleries and a thriving café culture. Click here to read more information about Taranaki.
E pā ana ki a tatou - About us
At Te Whatu Ora Taranaki we are committed to recognising the value our people bring to our organisation within a supportive team of healthcare professionals that provide comprehensive care to our patients.
We believe having workforce that is diverse and inclusive, we are a pro-equity Health Organisation, and this means that we will be better positioned to understand and serve our community.
When you choose to work with us, we will offer you:

• A comprehensive orientation and induction to our organisation and your department
• Access to clinical training and education
• Up to date facilities, Have a look at Project Maunga - our New Facilities currently under construction check this out on our website www.tdhb.org/maunga.shtml
• Opportunities to participate on local project and regional collaboration teams

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
Labcare Pathology at Taranaki Base Hospital has a 0.8FTE permanent Medical Laboratory Scientist position available.
The ideal candidate will become part of a rostered team covering our 24 hour a day - 7 days a week service in the following disciplines: - Haematology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Transfusion Science and Specimen Services.
We welcome applicants with the following attributes:

• Hold a relevant qualification in Medical Laboratory Science.
• Currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Sciences Council as a scientist (provisional registration acceptable)
• Medical laboratory skills within multiple disciplines
• Proven ability to work in a team environment
• Able to work rostered shifts covering various days, evening and nights
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent time management skills.

We are a hospital laboratory that provides a 24 hour a day - 7 days a week service. We welcome all applicants with a professional and caring attitude, with a focus on patients at the centre of everything you do.
Please click here to view the job description
Moū - About you
Are you a qualified Medical Laboratory Scientist who can practise in New Zealand who would embrace an exciting opportunity in a beautiful province with fantastic work life balance?
Do you share in our vision, our values and will ensure our patients feel supported and cared for throughout their journey with us?
We would love to hear from you! - Join us!
If you want to make an application click on "Apply Online" from within this page.
For further information, please contact Chris Greenwood on Chris.Greenwood@tdhb.org.nz

Applications Close 27 September 2024
Ma tini, ma mano, ka rapa te whai
By joining together, we will succeed