The New Zealand Institute of Medical Laboratory Science (INC)

Section Head, Haematology.

Are you looking to escape the bustle of the city?

Based in Whangarei, Northland Pathology provides community pathology testing for the greater Northland region.

Whangarei sits on the coast, with beautiful beaches and access to incredible diving, fishing and sailing. There are plenty of walking, tramping and cycling opportunities available, alongside great wineries and through stunning countryside.

We currently have a vacancy for a Haematology Section Head within our core laboratory. Our core laboratory undertakes biochemical, haematological and immunological/serological testing.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the Haematology section and for supervision of the scientists and technicians assigned to that section, reporting directly to the Head of Department of the Core laboratory. This is a full time position and you must be able to participate in a roster from 8am – 7.30pm, Monday to Friday.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic, team player with a wealth of Haematology experience. You must be able to represent the laboratory within the Healthscope network and in turn can draw from the expertise of the group.

Preferred candidates will have the following skills and attributes:

• A tertiary qualification recognised and approved by the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand.
• Registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand, including a current Annual Practicing Certificate
• At least five years’ work experience in a Haematology laboratory, including one year in a senior or supervisory role.
• Experience in Haematological morphology
• Excellent communication, time management and organisational skills
• The ability to work well in a team environment.

Apply online to our website www.healthscopescareers.co.nz by Friday 16^th November 2018.

Pathlab Bay of Plenty is locally owned by New Zealand Pathologists who practise within our laboratories. These laboratories are quality and people focused, helping in excess of 5,000 patients per day throughout the Waikato, Bay of Plenty and Lakes areas.

An exciting opportunity to join the Pathlab team in a challenging role based in the lifestyle capital of New Zealand, the sunny Bay of Plenty, City of Tauranga. We are seeking either a general Pathologist with a strong interest in Histopathology and Cytopathology, or a specialist Anatomical Pathologist. Coronial Post Mortems are a requirement of this position so the successful candidate will need previous autopsy experience.

We are proud of our robust systems and innovative solutions- including an investment in Cerebro and the Leica tracking system fully integrated into the LIS- All of which have underpinned a period of sustained and improved performance as we move towards our vision to provide world class services for all our patients by getting it right for every patient, every time.

All of our Consultants report a wide range of specimens with limited subspecialisation. An interest in Gynaecological Cytology can be accommodated.

Competence in Cytopathology is an advantage but not a necessity. Applicants are required to hold Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Pathologists of Australasia (RCPA) or an equivalent qualification and hold or be eligible for vocational registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand.

Attractive salary and terms apply, and support with registration and/or immigration applications will be provided.

If you are interested in this opportunity and would like to request a position description, or would like to apply for this role please email your CV with a covering letter to: careers@pathlab.co.nz

Are you looking for an opportunity to utilise your excellent customer service skills and gain a new qualification in the Healthcare profession?

Southern Community Laboratories Limited is the provider of pathology services to the wider Hawkes Bay region. Our Patient Services Department is responsible for the collection of blood samples direct from our community based collection centres, and rest homes. We also do home visits and work closely with GP's. These samples are then processed and tested in our state of the art Medical Laboratory.

Our Phlebotomists work collaboratively as part of a close knit team to provide excellent front line collection services while demonstrating behaviours that reflect our SCL values. Your goal is to provide a professional customer service link between health professionals, the public and our laboratory. This is a public facing role, so to be successful you will have excellent customer service skills, be warm and friendly with a willing attitude.

It is preferred that applicants are qualified Medical Laboratory Pre-Analytical Technicians (MLPAT / QMLT) or hold a certificate in Phlebotomy (QPT) or similar. However, if you are prepared to work towards obtaining this qualification we will provide you with our full on the job training programme in Phlebotomy while supporting you to become a Qualified Phlebotomy Practitioner with the Medical Sciences Council of NZ.  Once trained you will be part of our casual pool with the ability to work flexible hours.

To be successful in this role you will need to:

• Demonstrate previous experience in a customer facing role
• Demonstrate cultural and social sensitivity and be sensitive to special needs
• Be able to accurately follow detailed instructions and procedures in a fast paced operating environment
• Be highly motivated towards learning and development in order to develop technical competency in Phlebotomy and other specimen collection procedures
• Hold a current full NZ drivers licence

If this sounds like you and you want to be part of a friendly supportive team committed to providing quality phlebotomy services to the Hawkes Bay region, please apply online www.healthscopecareers.co.nz

Applications close 9 November 2018

Are you looking for an opportunity to utilise your excellent customer service skills and gain a new qualification in the Healthcare profession?

Southern Community Laboratories Limited is the provider of pathology services to the wider Hawke's Bay region. Our Patient Services Department is responsible for the collection of blood samples direct from our community based collection centres, and rest homes. We also do home visits and work closely with GP's. These samples are then processed and tested in our state-of-the-art Medical Laboratory.

Our Phlebotomists work collaboratively as part of a close knit team to provide excellent front line collection services while demonstrating behaviours that reflect our SCL values. Your goal is to provide a professional customer service link between health professionals, the public and our laboratory. This is a public facing role, so to be successful you will have excellent customer service skills, be warm and friendly with a willing attitude.

It is preferred that applicants are qualified Medical Laboratory Pre-Analytical Technicians (MLPAT / QMLT) or hold a certificate in Phlebotomy (QPT) or similar. However, if you are prepared to work towards obtaining this qualification we will provide you with our full on the job training programme in Phlebotomy while supporting you to become a Qualified Phlebotomy Practitioner with the Medical Sciences Council of NZ. 

To be successful in this role you will need to:

• Demonstrate previous experience in a customer facing role
• Demonstrate cultural and social sensitivity and be sensitive to special needs
• Be able to accurately follow detailed instructions and procedures in a fast paced operating environment
• Be highly motivated towards learning and development in order to develop technical competency in Phlebotomy and other specimen collection procedures
• Hold a current full NZ drivers licence

If this sounds like you and you want to be part of a friendly supportive team committed to providing quality phlebotomy services to the Hawkes Bay region, please apply online www.healthscopecareers.co.nz

Applications close 9 November 2018

• Work in New Zealand’s leading laboratory
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Help shape our journey

LabPLUS is an IANZ accredited medical laboratory and is one of New Zealand's premier laboratories. We offer a comprehensive pathology service for Auckland City Hospital, National Women's Hospital, Starship Children's Hospital, and the Greenlane Clinical Centre. LabPLUS is also a major referral laboratory for specialised laboratory tests for New Zealand and the Pacific Islands.

The Department of Diagnostic Genetics at LabPLUS, Auckland Hospital (www.labplus.co.nz) is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to work within the molecular genetics section of our department, although the successful candidate may be required to work in any section of the diagnostic genetics laboratory. Previous experience in medical laboratory diagnostics and/or work experience in a laboratory carrying out molecular diagnostic techniques is highly desirable.

The Diagnostic Genetics laboratory provides a comprehensive service using both cytogenetic and molecular genetics techniques enabling us to resolve clinical diagnoses with a genetic component using state-of-the-art technology. We analyse pre and post-natal samples, providing predictive testing, and confirmation of a clinical diagnosis in the case of symptomatic individuals. Our portfolio of tests is constantly being upgraded with a view to reducing turnaround times and enhancing our tests to take into account new approaches and international clinical and research data.

The laboratory is well equipped with the latest technology and has strong established links with all relevant clinical teams and the nearby Universities in Auckland.

This is a permanent fulltime position working 40 hours per week; normal hours are Monday to Friday. The position is based at LabPLUS, Grafton.

You must be registered or be eligible for registration as a Medical Laboratory Technician with the Medical Sciences Council www.mscouncil.org.nz

In return, you’ll have opportunity to work in our highly motivated, enthusiastic, flexible and friendly team. We work in a supportive and collaborative work environment and have a passion for service delivery.

We are a values based and inclusive organisation that is committed to deliver the best health outcomes for our total population. To do this we are working hard to develop a robust and capable workforce that reflects the population we serve. We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds with the necessary capability and who share our values to apply and would greatly value seeing more applicants from our Māori & Pacific communities. Our organisation values diversity, inclusivity and empathy. If you do too, apply now and join us to make a positive difference and to “do your life’s best work at Auckland DHB”.

For more details about the position, contact Tarn Donald on 09 307 4949 ext: 22014 or at tarnd@adhb.govt.nz or Santosh Parab, Recruitment Consultant at SantoshP@adhb.govt.nz.

To submit application, click on the link below or visit our Careers website www.careers.adhb.govt.nz and enter job reference number CEN09606to attach your CV and covering letter.

Auckland DHB is committed to the application of the Vulnerable Children Act 2014 and its intent to improve the safety of all children. This position is NOT a Children’s Worker as defined by the Act.

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Pathlab Bay of Plenty is locally owned by New Zealand Pathologists who practise within our laboratories. Pathlab are quality and people focused with laboratories covering the Bay of Plenty, Waikato and Lakes areas.

This is a great opportunity to join our Specimen Services team who have responsibility for the pre-analytical processing of specimens prior to laboratory analysis. In this role your key tasks will include the preparation, data entry and labelling of biological specimens.

We are seeking an enthusiastic person with the ability to multi-task, a quality focus and a minimum typing speed of 40 words per minute as some high volume data entry will be required.

Previous medical laboratory experience will be an advantage but is not a prerequisite. You may be registered with the Medical Sciences Council of NZ with a QMLT or higher qualification. If not, full training will be provided to obtain the relevant qualification and NZ registration – this is a great opportunity with on-the-job training and ongoing professional development.

This is a part-time position with a roster which includes weekend and evening shifts.

Our values set out our commitment to service excellence, treating each other with respect and honesty, staying enthusiastic about continuous improvement and respecting our New Zealand heritage, acknowledging the Treaty of Waitangi. Would you like to work with a team oriented group of people in an organisation committed to health? To apply please email your CV with a covering letter to:
careers@pathlab.co.nz

Pathlab Bay of Plenty is locally owned by New Zealand Pathologists who practise within our laboratories. Pathlab laboratories are quality and people focused, helping in excess of 5,000 patients per day throughout the Waikato, Bay of Plenty and Lakes areas.

We have the opportunity for an experienced Scientist to join our team based in the sunny Bay of Plenty. Working in our progressive Histology Laboratory you will be using innovative solutions including the Cerebro laboratory tracking system.

We are seeking a suitably qualified, NZ registered Scientist with sound knowledge and experience in a Histology medical laboratory. The ability to show initiative, willingness to work as part of a team and good communication skills are essential.

This is a full-time position working day shifts from Monday to Friday.

Our values set out our commitment to service excellence, treating each other with respect and honesty, staying enthusiastic about continuous improvement and respecting our New Zealand heritage, acknowledging the Treaty of Waitangi. Would you like to work with a team oriented group of people in an organisation committed to health? To apply please email your CV with a covering letter to:
careers@pathlab.co.nz

Applications Close: 1st November 2018

Wellington SCL provides high quality diagnostic pathology services to the community, Health Care professionals and their patients. Wellington SCL is owned by Healthscope a healthcare company committed to providing facilities and services that deliver exceptional care to its clients.

We are currently looking for a Medical Laboratory Scientist to fill a full time (80 hours per fortnight) permanent position within the Biochemistry Department. This position will be based at Wellington Hospital.

To succeed in this role you will need:

• To be a Scientist registered with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand, or working towards registration
• A current Annual Practicing Certificate
• A sound knowledge of laboratory operations including; safety, operation of equipment and hands-on practical experience with a preference given for Biochemistry experience.
• Strong problem solving skills
• The ability to work in a methodical manner adhering to strict quality procedure guidelines
• The ability to follow procedures and instructions
• 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

Flexibility in working shifts across the 24/7 rotating roster in order to meet the service needs, will be required, as will be a customer focus and commitment to provide an excellent service to the greater community.

If you are passionate about your work, dedicated to quality and want to be part of a friendly supportive team committed to providing quality pathology services to the greater Wellington region, apply online now.

The Blood Bank department provides a 24 hour service to Middlemore Hospital, one of New Zealand’s busiest and diverse teaching hospitals. Middlemore is a 950 bed hospital with a large Emergency Department, Dialysis Unit, National Burns Unit, Special Care Baby Unit, ICU, general surgery and medical wards. In addition we provide a transfusion service to the Manukau Surgery Centre, Ormiston Road and South Auckland Hospice hospitals.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Specialist to join our team on a full time basis. In addition to the full range of rostered duties within the department, you will supervise the maintenance of thermo-regulated equipment and oversee internal and external Quality Assurance Programmes.

If you enjoy a challenge, have blood banking experience within a New Zealand laboratory and experience in a Technical Specialist/Quality/Senior role then we would love to hear from you!

Essential:

• BMLSc degree or equivalent from a recognised university / institution
• Current APC
• 5 years’ experience in a Blood Bank laboratory
• Experience in a large hospital Blood Bank Department

Apply now, or for more information, please contact Amy Varcoe in the Recruitment Centre on 09 259 3640.

Job number: CMH04163
Applications close: 11th October 2018

At Counties Manukau Health people and their lives matter to us. We are a values based and inclusive organisation that is committed to delivering the best health outcomes for our community. To help us achieve this we need a workforce that reflects the population we serve. We strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds who share our values and have a passion to work in our community and would greatly value seeing applicants from our Maaori and Pacific communities. Our values are Valuing Everyone- Whakawhanaungatanga , Kind –Manaakitanga, Together –Kotahitanga, Excellent- Rangatiratanga. If these are your values too, then join us today.