Medical Laboratory Technician | Genetics

• Christchurch – Canterbury Health Laboratories - Genetics section
• Full time, 2-year fixed-term position working 40 hours per week

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for a professional, highly motivated Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) to join the Genetics Section at Canterbury Health Laboratories (www.chl.co.nz). The Genetics Section offers an extensive portfolio of tests for a wide range of clinical applications including single gene and mitochondrial disorders, pre-implantation genetic diagnosis and molecular oncology/haematology. The laboratory is well equipped with the latest technology and has established national and international research collaborations.  Over the next two years, our team is leading an exciting clinical pilot – evaluating whole genome sequencing and comprehensive genomic profiling of cancer in the NZ public health system.

This vacancy is for 40 hours per week, working Monday to Friday – typically 5 x 8hr shifts with some flexibility in shift start/finish times. Our current workload pressure point is in molecular pathology, however there is potential for the successful applicant to also work in molecular oncology or cytogenetics depending on prior experience.

We are ideally looking for an MLT with at least 5 years’ experience working as a technician in a diagnostic testing laboratory. However, applications from trainee medical laboratory technicians or laboratory assistants may be considered as full training will be provided.

About you

Skills and experience

This role requires the following:

• Registered (or eligible to be registered) as a Medical Laboratory Technician with the New Zealand Medical Sciences Council, with a current Annual Practising Certificate
• Previous experience working as a technician in a diagnostic genetic laboratory
• Ability to work independently but also part of a team
• High level of organisation and excellent time management skills 

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Kerri McCarthy at Kerri.McCarthy@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.