Medical Laboratory Scientist
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Medical Laboratory Scientist
awanuiteam· Core Lab/Automation|101
About this role
Medical Laboratory Scientist – Core Lab
Permanent, Full-time
Nelson
About us | Mō Mātou
Awanui Labs - Nelson (previously known as Medlab South) provides high-quality diagnostic pathology services to the community, healthcare professionals and their patients. Awanui Labs - Nelson is owned by Awanui Group (previously known as APHG), a healthcare company committed to providing facilities and services that deliver exceptional care to its clients.
About the role | Mō te tūranga:
Our Core Lab Department is currently looking for dedicated, enthusiastic and competent Medical Laboratory Scientist. This is a permanent, full-time position with an 80-hour fortnight.
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 to excel in this role.
Key responsibilities include:
- Barcoding, receipting, and preparing specimens as they arrive at the laboratory.
- Entering patient and test details accurately into the system.
- Answering telephones and handling enquiries professionally.
- Work well under pressure and manage competing priorities
- Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and a high degree of accuracy
- Be willing to learn new skills and adapt to changing procedures
- Work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Maintain a friendly, customer-focused approach at all times
- Show initiative and be self-sufficient in your day-to-day tasks
About you | He kōrero mōu
To be successful 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 and able to participate in on-call and out-of-hour shifts as per the roster provided.
- Registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand and a current Annual Practicing Certificate.
- Eligibility to work in New Zealand.
What’s in it for you | He aha mōu:
You will be joining a friendly, high-performing, and forward-thinking team environment. Our laboratory is highly automated and technically advanced, already delivering an outstanding service for patients and healthcare professionals. Explore excellent opportunities to enhance your skills with our in-house Learning & Development team, ensuring your professional competency and career growth.
If you want to join our friendly and supportive team, ‘Apply now!’
Application closes 18 September 2026
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This Medical Laboratory Scientist role at awanuiteam is based in Nelson, New Zealand. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Medical Laboratory Scientist role at awanuiteam full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full Time position. It is posted as a Medical Laboratory Scientist role in the Core Lab/Automation|101 department at awanuiteam.
Which team or department does the Medical Laboratory Scientist at awanuiteam belong to?
This Medical Laboratory Scientist position is part of the Core Lab/Automation|101 department at awanuiteam. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Medical Laboratory Scientist job at awanuiteam posted?
This Medical Laboratory Scientist position at awanuiteam was posted on Sep 4, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Medical Laboratory Scientist
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