Medical Laboratory Technician/Trainee - Histology

Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldier’s Hospital, Laboratory
Permanent, 80 hour’s per fortnight (1 FTE)
Job Security Growth – Enjoy long-term career stability in an essential and ever-growing industry.
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

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Laboratory Technician to join our Histology team at Hawke’s Bay Hospital. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to essential diagnostic services in a supportive and professional environment.

As a Laboratory Technician in the Histology department, you will be responsible for:

Processing and preparing tissue samples for microscopic examination.
Performing routine histology techniques, including embedding, sectioning, and staining.
Ensuring quality control and compliance with laboratory standards.
Maintaining and operating laboratory equipment.
Collaborating with laboratory scientists and pathologists to support accurate diagnostics.
About the Team/Service/ Location

Our Histology team plays a vital role within the Hawke’s Bay Hospital Laboratory, providing high-quality diagnostic services that support patient care. You will be part of a skilled and dedicated team committed to excellence in laboratory science.


About you

To be successful in this role, you will:

Hold a relevant qualification in Medical Laboratory Technology.
Be registered (or eligible for registration) with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand.
Have experience working in a histology laboratory or a strong interest in developing expertise in this area.
Demonstrate excellent attention to detail and technical skills.
Have strong communication and teamwork abilities.
Be committed to maintaining high-quality standards and continuous professional development.
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


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

Job details
Job Reference:
HAW08983

Location:
North Island - Hawkes Bay - Hastings


Job type:
Permanent Full time

Expertise:
Clinical - Technical - Medical Lab Scientist / Technician


Closes:
01-Aug-2025
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