The New Zealand Institute of Medical Laboratory Science (INC)

Communio Trainee Mortuary Technician Programme

Are you looking for a rewarding career that offers daily challenges and incredible satisfaction?

Bored with the same thing day in and day out? 

Do you have a desire to work with some of New Zealand’s most vulnerable people and their whanau?

Communio is proud to offer a two-year training and development programme to become a trained Mortuary Technician. During this training programme candidates will gain the knowledge and practical skills needed to excel as a Mortuary Technician in one of a number of mortuaries across the Communio network.

Communio is a medium sized private company that has been established in New Zealand since 1995. We provide national services (including Coronial Transport, SUDI (Sudden Unexplained Death of Infants) Investigations, and Coronial Tissue Return), Bereavement Care Services based at Middlemore Hospital and mortuary services in five locations across New Zealand.   

Communio is genuinely committed to providing culturally appropriate services that are tailored to the needs of all people in our community. Our team includes people from diverse professional and cultural backgrounds. Every person is required to undertake their work with a high level of cultural and religious awareness and respect.

What will you get?

• Unique training programme based on the NZIMLS curriculum and internationally recognised best practice
• One on one mentoring from an experienced Senior Mortuary Technician
• Exposure to a wide range of case types including forensic and perinatal autopsies
• The opportunity to gain qualifications in First Aid, manual handling, and hazardous substances handling and transport
• Satisfaction that you are helping whanau by providing expert level care to their deceased.

What we want from you:

• A desire to learn
• Mature and respectful with a focus on helping families in their time of need
• Physically fit and able to work in a team
• Health and safety conscious
• A keen interest in after-life care

Training will be provided in a number of ways including online learning modules, practical teaching sessions, mentoring from a Senior Technician, and external courses provided by various training organisations. At the conclusion of the program, the right candidates will be invited to apply for a fulltime permanent role as a qualified Mortuary Technician. 

Communio are committed to developing its employees to become leaders in their field and nurturing individuals to reach their potential. 

The skills and knowledge gained during the program gives candidates the foundation for an exciting and meaningful career.

Spaces are strictly limited.  Applications close 31st January 2022. 

Send your application to info@communio.co.nz

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The Pacific Pathology Training Centre [PPTC] established in 1980 and  located on the Wellington Hospital Campus, New Zealand,  is a Collaborating Centre of the World Health Organization, Western Pacific Region, and a Centre of Excellence in the provision of  training and teaching programmes in the Medical Laboratory Sciences, External Quality Assurance programmes and development assistance for the clinical laboratory and Blood Transfusion services of developing countries with particular emphasis on those of the Pacific Island and South East Asian Regions.

The educational programmes offered by the PPTC, focus on  appropriate and practical short-term training, that ensures immediate benefit for the trainees in their work setting. The PPTC has WHO  Collaborating status  for External Quality Assurance and is now the leading provider of EQA Programmes to nations of  the Pacific and  selected countries of  South East Asia.

Along with its Distance Learning Programme, the PPTC provides courses in the majority of Medical Laboratory Science disciplines in addition to teaching and  training courses provided  in-country and at its Centre  in Wellington.

The PPTC wishes to appoint a full time NZ Qualified Medical Laboratory Scientist to join the PPTC’s  scientific team in its contribution towards the promotion of Quality excellence in the Medical Laboratory Sciences throughout the Pacific region and South East Asia.

We are looking for an applicant who:

• Is a New Zealand Qualified and Registered Medical Laboratory Scientist with a current practicing certificate.
• Has at least 5 yrs practising as a Medical Laboratory Scientist in the diagnostic sciences, with  particular experience in Molecular Analytical Platforms and Blood Transfusion Science.   
• Has experience in Laboratory Quality Management Systems and ISO15189 accreditation.
• Has experience in  Quality assessment and evaluation.
• Has excellent organisational skills.
• Has a diverse range of computer skills.
• Has proven teaching and communication skills.
• Has excellent interpersonal and multi-cultural skills.
• Is prepared to travel regularly to the Pacific Islands and possibly South East Asia to teach and train laboratory personal in Laboratory Quality Management,  Infectious Disease  Molecular analytical platforms, and Blood Transfusion / Blood Banking  concepts.

It would certainly be an  advantage if the applicant has proven work experience in developing countries. However this is not essential as comprehensive training will be given to the successful applicant.

Only applicants eligible to work in New Zealand should apply.

This position would suit a Medical laboratory Science graduate who has at least 5 yrs experience post qualification and is seeking experience working in developing countries predominantly  within the Pacific Region.

If you are interested and meet the above criteria, send a letter of application along with your CV to:

Phil Wakem

Chief Executive Officer

Pacific Pathology Training Centre

PO Box 7013

Wellington

New Zealand

or email them to phil@pptc.org.nz   or  pptc@pptc.org.nz

Closing Date: January 30^th 2022

DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGY
DUNEDIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

About us/Mō mātou

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 also include those studying medical, dental, physiotherapy, pharmacology, genetics, and science degrees.

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/Te mahi

Applications are invited for a full time, permanent (confirmation path/tenure track) Lecturer in Medical Laboratory Science within the Department of Pathology. We are looking for a qualified Medical Laboratory Scientist with professional experience working as a medical laboratory scientist, and be currently or previously registered with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand (or equivalent overseas registration authority). The position will involve teaching across different disciplines of 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 professional expertise to the programme.

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 approximate 40% teaching, 40% research and 20% administration split.

Skills and experience/Kā pūkeka me kā wheako

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

•        A Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science, a postgraduate qualification in Medical Laboratory Science or related discipline or an intention to undertake postgraduate study, 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 of the practical aspects of at least one discipline taught in the Medical Laboratory Science programme.
•          Excellent communication skills.
•          Previous teaching experience is desirable.
•          Strong commitment to developing collaborative working relationships with colleagues.

 Further details/Pūroko

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.

This is a full-time, permanent (confirmation path) position.

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position.

Specific enquiries may be directed to the Course Director of Medical Laboratory Science Dr Tania Slatter, via tania.slatter@otago.ac.nz

Application/Tono

Candidates are requested to submit the following:

•          Cover letter
•          CV
•          Names and email addresses of three referees

To submit your application please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number 2102373 will close on Tuesday, 4 January 2022.

We are seeking a Quality Coordinator who has experience in the health and human services sectors coordinating quality activities and following up issues, incidents and risks.

Communio is a medium sized private company that has been established in New Zealand since 1995. We provide national coronial support services on behalf of the Ministry of Justice in addition to Bereavement Care Services at Middlemore Hospital.

You will have responsibility for coordinating and supporting all activities related to quality and risk including internal process audits, external ISO audits, incident and risk management and communicating with staff in different locations.

We are looking for someone with skills and experience in the following:

Essential:

• Previous experience working in a quality role, preferably the Health Sector
• Good understanding of quality systems and risk processes
• Knowledge & experience of ISO 9001
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Experience in writing and amending policy documents
• Demonstrated commitment to the provision of a high level of customer service
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity, and a deep understanding of the Treaty of Waitangi as it relates to clinical services and   communication with whanau/families
• Ability to manage priorities and complete tasks within set timeframes
• Computer literate and able to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook programs
• Self-motivated and able to work both independently and within a team

Preferred:

• Experience working in a quality role in a laboratory or clinical setting
• Completion of training as an internal auditor
• Experience undertaking clinical audits
• Familiarity with ISO 15189

This role can be part-time or full-time as negotiated and is based at Communio’s Mount Wellington, Auckland head office. 

If you enjoy variety and like to work with a dynamic diverse team, this is the role for you. Please forward CV to info@communio.co.nz.

www.communio.co.nz

Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi. Engari, he toa takitini.
Success is not the work of one, but the work of many.

Permanent and fixed-term full-time positions available.

Applications are invited for both permanent and fixed-term Medical Laboratory Scientist positions in our Hastings laboratory.

This person will have experience in medical laboratory science and will be based in the Core Laboratory with a home team of either Transfusion Medicine, Biochemistry or Haematology.

The candidate with need to be registered with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand with either provisional or full registration as a Medical Laboratory Scientist.

To view the position profile, please click HERE

If you are someone who shares our values of He kauanuanu - Respect, Ākina - Improvement, Rāranga te tira - Teamwork and Tauwhiro - Care then we want to hear from you!

Are you experienced in providing trauma or grief support services to the public? Do you have the ability to follow legal process in a sensitive, empathetic and confidential manner? If so this new and unique position at Wellington SCL’s Mortuary department might be the role for you!

Wellington SCL Limited is the provider of pathology and mortuary services to the people of Wellington by way of our long term contract with the 3 Wellington District Health Boards. Wellington SCL is owned by the healthcare provider APHG.

Based at Wellington Hospital, this position is required for the Mortuary department which is responsible for providing the greater Wellington region with a Forensic, Coronial and Hospital Post Mortem service. The department also facilitates the Hospital’s Return to Patient Tissue Management Service, collects and provides statistics for the Ministry of Justice and liaises with bereaved families and whanau, Police, the Coroner’s office, Funeral Directors and hospital staff.

The role of the Reception Administrator is to support the Mortuary team to manage the day to day administration functions necessary to maintain the smooth operation and provide exceptional services to internal and external clients.

This will include assisting with body admissions and release, co-ordinating body viewings for family and whanau, liaising with staff from external agencies, assisting with return to patient tissue services and managing the day to day administration tasks in the department.

To be successful in this role you will need to be able to demonstrate:

• Tact and empathy when dealing with bereaved relatives from all walks of life
• Resilience to working in mortuary environment
• Exceptional planning and organisation skills
• A mature and responsible attitude to work
• Initiative, with excellent attention to detail
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Competent computer skills, to use different LIS’s and have basic Microsoft Office capabilities

This is a full-time fixed term position commencing immediately until April 2022, with hours of work 8am and 5pm Monday to Friday.

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

We know that our team are the key to our success. Our company culture is based on respect for all people, patients, and staff. In everything we do we are committed to be a company and brand that our employees are proud to be a part of. We encourage participation and engagement as well as a bit of fun!

About the role

This is a full-time position, based out of Hamilton city in the Waikato region, close to the famous Raglan Beach and home to award winning cafes and restaurants. Pathlab provide a supportive and enjoyable work environment and support for continuous education.

Are you the right fit?

You can demonstrate extensive experience in all areas of Specimen Collection and Phlebotomy, and ideally are registered with NZMSC. A good understanding of IANZ requirements will be beneficial. With a minimum of 5 years’ proven experience, you will provide resourceful support and leadership to a team of 90+ staff.

You are well-experienced in:

• Developing and overseeing staff rosters, training and performance management
• Liaising with and delegating tasks to 2IC, Trainers and staff
• Continuously monitoring Health & Safety as well as Quality Control procedures

As a member of our senior leadership team, you are confident and committed to suggest and implement improvements to see our company go from strength to strength. You know who you are and manage yourself and your team accordingly. All arising operational and staffing issues you approach with confidence and competence. Your passion and commitment, paired with strong communication and listening skills, will allow you to engage with and motivate staff to drive performance and foster a strong team environment.

If this advert excites you, and you have what it takes to join a world class organisation dedicated to health, then apply today!

Why Pathlab?

Our values set out 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.

Applications close Sunday, 12^th December 2021

Laboratory Manager

Marlborough / Blenheim

This is a rare Opportunity to Step into a Management Role!

Medlab South (a division of Asia Pacific Healthcare Group) is the provider of pathology services to the patients of Nelson/Marlborough Hospital Clinicians, General Practitioners, Medical Specialists, and midwives by way of our long term contract with the Nelson/Marlborough District Health Board. 

Blenheim is the most populous town in the region of Marlborough and the surrounding Marlborough wine region is well known as the centre of the New Zealand wine industry and enjoys one of New Zealand's sunniest climates.

Our long term well respected manager has chosen to retire, as such this is a rare opportunity to step into Laboratory Management and will suit a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Technician who has the appropriate skill set to deliver day to day and end to end 24/7 integrated laboratory service for the community and hospital in the Marlborough region.

The role reports to the Regional Laboratory Manager based in Nelson and is hands on in terms of core laboratory bench work whilst continuing to inspire a culture of Service Excellence, Teamwork, Aspiration and Responsibility throughout the team of about 30 staff.  If you have mature communication capabilities, a reputation for dealing in a fair manner with staff and a grasp of the operational and financial aspects of laboratory management then this just might be the opportunity for you to utilise these and grow your career. 

You must be a New Zealand citizen or hold a permanent resident visa and be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 by the 1^st January 2022.

To apply go to our website www.aphgcareers.co.nz

Applications close Applications close 12 December 2021

Medical Laboratory Scientist / Second-in-charge (2iC)

Histology

Medlab South, a division of Asia Pacific Healthcare Group, is the provider of pathology services to the patients of Nelson/Marlborough Hospital Clinicians, General Practitioners, Medical Specialists, and midwives by way of our long-term contract with the Nelson/Marlborough District Health Board. 

The laboratory provides a full histology service, which also includes overseeing the Nelson/Marlborough mortuary. This is a permanent, full time position of 80 hours per fortnight.

As Second-In-Charge your responsibilities will include:

•  Providing technical and scientific advice, training and education to other members of staff
• Taking responsibility for and work in collaboration with the Head of Department to ensure the effective day-to-day running of department
• Assisting in the completion of staff reviews, rostering of staff, approval and management of leave, accurate authorisation of payroll and allocation of relieving staff
• Supporting HOD and assist in staff management including performance
• Ensuring the department delivers a high quality of service and maintains a stable team by promoting an open, collaborative and supportive environment
• Ensuring efficient stock control and effective use of consumables
• Participate in future planning and policy setting for the department
• Assisting in developing and introducing appropriate methodology to the laboratory
• Assisting HOD to organise and prioritise workflow to meet company’s and client’s requirements

To be considered for this role you will have;

•  Registration with the Medical Laboratory Science Council of NZ including a current annual practicing certificate
• Experience in a leadership/management role
• A quality focus, with a commitment to applying, maintaining and developing our quality assurance system
• Good time management and computer skills
• Recent experience in Histology
• An understanding of biological science as well as knowledge of the techniques, methods and protocols used in cut up or surgical dissection
• Strong communication, facilitation and presentation skills and the ability to use these for coaching and mentoring of others
• A high level of written skills, including a demonstrated ability to undertake scientific investigations, analysis, reporting and presenting

You will be disciplined and self-motivated, with a positive approach to work; customer focused; possess effective interpersonal and time management skills; able to work independently, use initiative to solve problems and make decisions appropriately. 

APHG offers support in management training to senior technical staff.  In addition, there is a funded CPD programme for laboratory scientists and a discretionary scholarship fund for approved educational projects.

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 apply online via our website: www.aphgcareers.co.nz

Applications close: 10 December 2021

Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician – Biochemistry

Fixed Term (July 2022)

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

Our Biochemistry department is currently looking for a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Technician to cover a staff member while they are on parental leave for 6 months. 

This is a full time position of 80 hours per fortnight.  Flexibility in working shifts across the 24/7 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.

To succeed in this role you will need:

• To be a Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand registered Scientist or working towards registration
• A current Annual Practicing Certificate
• Previous Biochemistry experience would be advantageous
• 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
• Must be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 by the 1^st January 2022

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 www.aphgcareers.co.nz

Applications close 10 December 2021

Medical Laboratory Technician

Full or Part Time Option Available

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

Our Microbiology & Molecular Pathology Department is currently searching for a dedicated, enthusiastic and competent Medical Laboratory Technician, based at Wellington Hospital.

This is a permanent full time vacancy; we are open to this positon being filled by either

1 x full time employee, or 2 x part time employees.

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 in order to excel in this role.

To succeed in this role you will need:

• 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 advantageous, but not essential.
• Available to work rostered and rotating weekends and evenings.  Please note these hours attract penal rates.
• Must be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 by the 1^st January 2022

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 apply online via our website: www.aphgcareers.co.nz

Applications close: 10 December 2021

We’ve made Northland DHB much more than just a place to come to work. Every day brings opportunities to leave things better than you found them. And with each opportunity, you’re trusted to achieve the best outcomes for our patients. You can make an impact on your community and on your own professional development – all whilst enjoying a flexible and healthy work-life balance.

Northland DHB is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and holds stewardship for equitable health outcomes for Māori as Tāngata Whenua as the highest priority.

Achieving the best health outcomes for our patients starts with expecting the best from ourselves, and right now Northland DHB is looking for an exceptional Medical Laboratory Scientist to join the Autolab at Whangarei Hospital.

Working as a part of the AutoLab scientist team, you will be confident to deliver, but not limited to:

·         provide a quality & safe laboratory service that ensures timely, accurate results to laboratory users.

·         participate in the receipt, documentation, registration, processing and reporting of all specimens, including those referred to other laboratories, as required by authorized policies and protocols.

·         perform other technical and operational duties normally expected of a Laboratory Scientist, such as those involving quality and safety for the efficient and effective operations of the laboratory service.

Key skills and attributes include being:

·         Confident with computer based LIS systems

·         Positive, adaptable, flexible and motivated

·         Availability to work rostered shift duty to cover 24 hour laboratory service on a 1 in ten rotational basis.

You will be responsible for processing and analysing specimens in AutoLab and ensuring that all testing is performed conforming to Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and IANZ requirements.

With a new purpose built laboratory on the horizon start your exciting journey with Northland DHB – Due to a laboratory restructuring process, we are looking for an exceptional Medical Laboratory Scientist with experience using Biochemistry and Haematology equipment, with Morphology knowledge as an advantage, and a passion for Patient service to join the Autolab team. 

You will be a MLS with a passion for Biochemistry and Haematology automation, eligible to work in New Zealand and holding current registration with the Medical Sciences Board of New Zealand (www.mscouncil.org.nz). Experience in automation diagnostics will be an advantage.

A career with Northland DHB will see you action meaningful change in the region we love, and in your professional development – all whilst enjoying everything the stunning North has to offer. You really can enjoy the best of both.

Our people live our Values:

Tangata I te tuatahi People First - People are central to all we do

Whakaute (tuku mana) Respect - We treat others as they would like to be treated

Manaaki Caring - We nurture those around us, and treat all with dignity and compassion

Whakawhitiwhiti korero Communication - We communicate safely, openly and with respect to promote clear understanding

Taumata teitei (hirangi) Excellence - Our attitude of excellence inspires success, competence, confidence and innovation

Vacancy No: AH21-150a

Closes: 9 December 2021

Job Description – click here: https://careers.northlanddhb.org.nz/apply/AH21-150a

Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi. Engari, he toa takitini.

Success is not the work of one, but the work of many.

Medical Laboratory Scientist - Histology

Permanent, full-time position (1.0FTE)

Applications are invited for this Medical Laboratory Scientist position in our Hastings laboratory.

This person will have experience in medical laboratory science and will be based in the Histology laboratory.

The candidate with need to be registered with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand with either provisional or full registration as a Medical Laboratory Scientist.

To make an application and view the position profile please visit our web site: https://ourhub.hawkesbay.health.nz/assets/Position-Profiles/PP-Histology-Lab-Scientist-Nov-21.pdf

If you are someone who shares our values of He kauanuanu - Respect, Ākina - Improvement, Rāranga te tira - Teamwork and Tauwhiro - Care then we want to hear from you!

Medical Laboratory Scientist – Microbiology

Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi. Engari, he toa takitini.
Success is not the work of one, but the work of many.

Permanent, full-time position (1.0FTE)

Applications are invited for this Medical Laboratory Scientist position in our Hastings laboratory.

This person will have experience in medical laboratory science and will be based in the Microbiology laboratory.

The candidate with need to be registered with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand with either provisional or full registration as a Medical Laboratory Scientist.

To view the position profile, please click HERE

If you are someone who shares our values of He kauanuanu - Respect, Ākina - Improvement, Rāranga te tira -Teamwork and Tauwhiro - Care then we want to hear from you!

Applications close Wednesday, 8 December 2021.

Medical Laboratory Technician or Trainee  
Permanent, full time position (1.0FTE)

Applications are invited for this Medical Laboratory Technician or Trainee Medical Laboratory Technician position in our Hastings laboratory. 

This person will have a keen interest or experience in medical laboratory science and will be based in the core laboratory with a home team of Microbiology. 

Preference may be given to a candidate with recent medical laboratory experience who is already registered with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand. 

To view the Position Profile, please click HERE

If you are someone who shares our values of He kauanuanu – Respect, Ākina – Improvement,  Rāranga te tira – Teamwork and Tauwhiro – Care then we want to hear from you!