The New Zealand Institute of Medical Laboratory Science (INC)

• New Zealand’s leading hospital laboratory
• Permanent full-time position

We are looking for a qualified Medical Laboratory Technician to join our Histology team at LabPlus

About the role
This role is based primarily in the Histopathology Team but there may also be a requirement to work in other sections of the department. This role covers all aspects of the routine Histology laboratory.

For further information please contact Tanya Fulton, Section Leader on tanyaf@adhb.govt.nz  or (09)3074949 extn 22090

About us
LabPLUS is an IANZ accredited medical laboratory and is one of New Zealand's premier laboratories. LabPLUS are part of the state-owned Auckland District Health Board. We offer a comprehensive pathology service for Auckland City Hospital, Starship Children’s Hospital, National Women's Health, and the Greenlane Clinical Centre. LabPLUS is also a major referral laboratory for specialised laboratory tests for New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. Visit our website www.labplus.co.nz for more information.

What we can offer you
Auckland District Health Board (Auckland DHB) is the largest teaching hospital in New Zealand offering a wide range of tertiary and quaternary clinical services to a large and diverse population. We have state of the art facilities and aspire to provide the highest standards of patient care and staff engagement.

Here is what we can offer you:
• On the job training with continuous improvement and development opportunities including a well-established in-service training programme
• A great team environment and supportive work culture
• Excellent support from experienced practitioners, Peer reviews and professional supervision
• Subsidised gym membership, free gym classes run by 5Points Gym
• Discounts at a variety of businesses, free eye test

About the department
The Anatomical Pathology Department is a major referral laboratory comprising of Histology, Cytology and Electron Microscopy. We work with other external hospitals from around New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. This means we report on a broad range of specimens and to service this diversity we have an experienced team with specialist knowledge. We are fortunate to have a large number of Consultant Pathologists with considerable experience. We also have a very proficient Scientific and Technical staff all working together to provide a quality service.

Our methods, training, expertise and knowledge conform to the highest standards expected by our peers and the community at large. We enjoy a close association with the University of Auckland Medical School and participate in external Quality Assurance Programmes initiated by the Royal College of Pathologists (Australia).

About you
It is extremely important for the successful candidate to have meticulous attention to detail, following instructions and procedures, analytical skills, time management, excellent written and oral communication and time management. It is also important to have good people skills as we work together as a close team that encourages open conversation. Anatomical Pathology as a discipline has real potential for advancement and we are committed to training with an emphasis on quality.

You will have experience in histology with current registration as a Medical Laboratory Technician with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand. For details, visit www.mscouncil.org.nz 

Please click ‘Apply’ to submit your application online attaching your updated CV and Covering Letter.

For help with your application please email, Sonu Anand, Recruitment Consultant on Sonua@adhb.govt.nz  quoting ref # ADHB6224A

Closing date is 19 March 2020

Interview are scheduled for 24 March 2020

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•New Zealand’s leading hospital laboratory
•Fixed Term roles - full time and part time

We are looking for experienced Phlebotomists to join our Phlebotomy team at Labplus for fixed term roles for 4 months from end of May 2020 to cover for winter workload.

About the position
The primary responsibilities of this position are to collect a range of samples for laboratory testing, complete specimen dispatch and transportation preparation of samples and maintain standards of ethical behaviour and practice in accordance with the NZIMLS Code of Ethics and the Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers’ Rights. We have permanent positions which can be full time or part time working between 24 - 40 hours per week, rostered Monday to Sunday (preferably over 5 days) with some on call requirements.

For more information about the role, please contact Nadia Al Anbuky on nadiaa@adhb.govt.nz 

What we can offer you
Auckland District Health Board (Auckland DHB) is the largest teaching hospital in New Zealand offering a wide range of tertiary and quaternary clinical services to a large and diverse population. We have state of the art facilities and aspire to provide the highest standards of patient care and staff engagement. Here is what we can offer you:

• On the job training with continuous improvement and development opportunities including a well-established in-service training programme
• A great team environment and supportive work culture
• Excellent support from experienced practitioners, peer reviews and professional supervision
• Subsidised gym membership, free gym classes run by 5Points Gym
• Discounts at a variety of businesses, free eye test
 
About us
LabPLUS is an IANZ accredited medical laboratory and is one of New Zealand's premier laboratories. LabPLUS are part of the state-owned Auckland District Health Board. We offer a comprehensive pathology service for Auckland City Hospital, Starship Children’s Hospital, National Women's Health, and the Greenlane Clinical Centre. LabPLUS is also a major referral laboratory for specialised laboratory tests for New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. Visit our website www.labplus.co.nz for more information.

About the Phlebotomy department
Our Phlebotomy service forms an intrinsic part of our laboratory team, working closely with health professionals supporting them with specimen collection expertise. We are improvement focussed and offer a comprehensive range of over 900 routine and speciality tests. Our department has a vibrant and dedicated team that works together to deliver a high quality service. We are very passionate about our work and take every opportunity to ensure wellbeing of the team.

Our Point of Care team works in the services responsible for planning, implementing, overseeing, and monitoring point of care tests and devices in the DHB to ensure practices of the highest quality, that help provide clinically relevant testing and reliable results.

About you
To be successful in this role you will have the following skills and attributes :-
• Registration with the Medical Sciences Council of NZ and current APC as a Med Lab Technician.
• Experience of working in a diagnostic medical laboratory as a Phlebotomist.
• Sound knowledge of the NZ Phlebotomy qualification and professional requirements along with a detailed knowledge of the CLSI standards
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to maintain an excellent rapport with both internal and external customers and will deal with our patients in a helpful and respectful manner at all times.
• Flexibility to suit the service demands with the ability to prioritise and deliver to deadlines.
• Experience in quality management system is essential with working knowledge of computer based systems within the context of a Medical Laboratory.

Click  ‘Apply’ and submit your application online attaching your updated CV and Covering Letter. For help with your application please email, Sonu Anand, Recruitment Consultant on Sonua@adhb.govt.nz

Closing date is 15 April 2020

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LECTURER – MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE
DUNEDIN SCHOOL of MEDICINE
DEPARTMENT of PATHOLOGY

Who we are

The Dunedin School of Medicine's Department of Pathology is a major teaching department for the Health Sciences Division at the University of Otago, including those in Medical Laboratory Science, Medicine and other accredited programmes. Since 1990, the Department of Pathology has played a key role in training Medical Laboratory Scientists for the profession. Our undergraduate students include those studying medical, dental, physiotherapy, pharmacology, genetics, biomedical science, and science.

The Department also makes a significant teaching contribution to the Bachelor of Biomedical Science programme. Our emphasis is on cancer and developmental biology, the Department of Pathology has a strong and progressive research community committed to improving the diagnosis of human disease and the health of our community.

The role

Applications are invited for a full-time, permanent (confirmation path/tenure track) Lecturer in Medical Laboratory Science position within the Department of Pathology. We are looking for a qualified Medical Laboratory Scientist to undertake teaching, particularly in the areas of Clinical Biochemistry and Haematology, for the Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science programme and other departmental programmes as required.

In this role you will work as part of the Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science teaching team bringing Clinical Biochemistry expertise to the programme. You will also undertake some haematology teaching with an emphasis on bench work.

In addition, it is expected that you will be research active, either independently or as part of an existing research group in the Pathology Department. This role has an approximately 40% teaching, 40% research and 20% administration split.

Your skills and experience

The successful candidate will ideally be a qualified Medical Laboratory Scientist with an interest in teaching and research.

You will also have the following:

• A Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science and a postgraduate qualification in Medical Laboratory Science or related discipline, and /or have equivalent experience in the field.
• Professional experience working as a medical laboratory scientist and be currently or previously registered with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand.
• Knowledge on the practical aspects of biochemistry and haematology.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Previous teaching experience is desirable.
• Strong commitment to developing collaborative working relationships with colleagues.

Further details

This is a unique opportunity for an energetic, creative and committed individual to make a significant impression and contribution in their chosen discipline while being well supported by a collegial and dynamic Department and University.

Specific enquiries may be directed to Associate Professor Heather Brooks.

Application

To submit your application please click the apply button below. Applications quoting reference number 2000617 will close on Wednesday, 8 April 2020.

Candidates are requested to submit the following:

• Cover letter.
• CV
• Names and email addresses of at least three referees.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

To see a full job description and to apply online go to: https://otago.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=2000617&lang=en

Equal opportunity in employment is University policy.

E tautoko ana Te Whare Wananga o Otago i te kaupapa whakaorite whiwhinga mahi.