Medical Laboratory Technician - Histology

Medical Laboratory Technician – Histology
Fixed-term, Part-time
Taranaki

Who we are | Ko wai mātou:
Awanui Labs Taranaki provides high-quality diagnostic pathology services to the community, health care professionals and their patients. Awanui Labs Taranaki is owned by Awanui Group (Previously known as Asia Pacific Healthcare Group), a healthcare company committed to providing facilities and services that deliver exceptional care to its clients.

Our Taranaki laboratory provides community pathology services, serving a population of approximately 125,000

About the role | Mō te tūranga:
Our Histology Department is currently searching for a dedicated, enthusiastic and competent Medical Laboratory Technician. This is a fixed-term, part-time position of 64 hours per fortnight. This position is based in our Taranaki Laboratory.

You will be willing to learn new skills, work well alone and as part of a team. Extremely well-organised, detail-oriented and friendly with a strong focus on quality and customer service. The successful applicant must have a high degree of accuracy and be self-sufficient to excel in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• 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 record 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.

About you | He kōrero mōu
To be successful in this role you need to have:

• The ability to work in a methodical manner adhering to strict quality procedure guidelines

• A team focus with initiative, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and possess the ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment

• Excellent attention to detail, with good record-keeping skills

• The ability to work independently, while in a supported role

• Registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand and a current Annual Practicing Certificate are an advantage

• Eligibility to work in New Zealand.

What’s in it for you | He aha mōu:
Our three core values guide us in creating an inclusive and respected workplace where everyone can thrive and make a meaningful difference:

• Manaakitanga - We Care for each other and the people we serve

• Whakapakari - We Improve and adapt to create opportunities for success

• Hiranga - We Deliver the highest quality medical and scientific expertise

Our laboratory is highly automated and technically advanced, delivering outstanding service for patients and healthcare professionals.

We also offer excellent opportunities to enhance your skills with our in-house Learning & Development team, supporting your professional competency and career growth.

If you are passionate about your work, dedicated to quality and want to be part of a friendly supportive team, please click 'Apply now'

Application closes 30 March 2026