Mortuary Technician
- Christchurch – Christchurch Health Campus
- Permanent full-time 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
Are you seeking a rewarding and critical role in healthcare? Join our dedicated team at Christchurch Hospital Mortuary as a Medical Laboratory Technician (Mortuary). We are looking for a passionate individual who can uphold the highest standards of care and service for the deceased and their families.
Responsibilities:
As a member of the Christchurch Hospital Mortuary team, you will have shared accountability for:
- Assisting with postmortems and providing documentation for Coronial Services.
- Assisting with hospital postmortems.
- Checking all required documentation for deaths in Christchurch Hospital.
- Liaising with and providing required documentation for funeral directors.
- Receipt, release, property management, and viewing of deceased.
- Complying with IANZ accreditation to the ISO 15189 standard.
- Providing an on-call service outside normal working hours.
- Collecting, labeling, packaging, storing, and sending specimens.
- Tissue return.
- Engaging with the family of the deceased when required.
About you
Skills and experience
- QMLT – Mortuary, Embalmer, or other relevant experience.
- Ability to perform all competencies relevant to a level 3 mortuary.
If you are a compassionate and professional care to the deceased and their families and meet the qualifications and skills outlined above, we invite you to apply for this vital position.
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.
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
Permanent/Full Time
Job no: PC4270776
Location: Christchurch
Closing Date: Thursday 30th April