Medical Laboratory Scientist, Full time, Tauranga

Pathlab Bay of Plenty

Medical Laboratory Scientist – Core Laboratory 

Permanent Full-time Opportunity

We are currently looking for a Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our Core Laboratory at Pathlab Bay of Plenty, based in Tauranga. 

About the company | Mō Tātou

Pathlab Bay of Plenty is a proud member of the wider Pathlab group. Owned and directed by a team of highly experienced, local Pathologists, we are proud of our robust systems and innovative solutions. We are quality and people-focused, helping more than 5,000 patients per day throughout the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, and Lakes areas.

Our values reflect our commitment to service excellence, treating each other with respect and honesty, staying enthusiastic about continuous improvement, respecting our New Zealand heritage, and acknowledging the Treaty of Waitangi.

About the role |Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga 

This is a full-time permanent opportunity for a Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our progressive Core Laboratory department, based at our Tauranga hospital site. You will use a high level of technical competency and skill through practical experience and personal initiative to ensure the efficient and effective operation of the laboratory.

This is a great opportunity to be part of an experienced and supportive pathology team working within a state-of-the-art medical laboratory.

About you | He kōrero mōu 

You will demonstrate knowledge, expertise, and skill in the delivery of scientific judgement within the various disciplines of Biochemistry, Haematology, and Blood bank departments. Your ability to show initiative and work well with others will see you transition seamlessly into our team.

Applications are encouraged from highly motivated individuals who have a passion and dedication to science, enjoy taking on new challenges, self-directed and analytical, are quickly adaptable in an exciting and fast-paced environment, and who perform well under pressure.

Our ideal candidates will be able to clearly demonstrate:

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent. 

A background in either Biochemistry, Haematology, or Blood bank would be an advantage.

Experience in a medical laboratory. 

Sound knowledge across multiple disciplines.

Ability to show initiative and work well as part of a team.

Enthusiasm for continuous improvement.

A good understanding of IANZ requirements.

Registration with the Medical Science Council of New Zealand and holding a current annual practicing certificate.

With participation in our 7-day roster, you will be required to work a range of day, evening, and weekend shifts – flexibility is key. In an innovative, dynamic, challenging, and rewarding environment, we are committed to providing employment-related learning and development opportunities.

New Graduate? We want to hear from you! 

We are open to receiving applications from Graduate Scientists who are passionate about science but do not necessarily have a lot of experience and are looking at gaining exposure and training in one of our cutting-edge laboratories. We have an environment that will nurture your curiosity, and your development and we will help you grow your career in science by providing you with a full training plan and support to get you confident and competent. 

If you are looking to start your career within a supportive team, where there are real opportunities to learn, develop and progress then we would like to hear from you!

Why Pathlab?

Pathlab is a great place to work - people are at the core of everything we do. When you join us, you can expect a solid induction where we will be helping you settle into the team and find your feet. You will be part of a committed and hard-working team that really looks out for each other.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tono mai

Please apply with your CV and a cover letter via the Seek portal.

Pathlab is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. All submissions are strictly confidential, and we welcome applications from all qualified persons.