Trainee/Phlebotomist – Christchurch

Full-time Permanent

Who we are | Ko wai mātou:

Awanui Labs - Canterbury (previously known as Canterbury SCL) is a part of Awanui Group, the largest network of human and veterinary pathology laboratories in New Zealand. Our Patient Services Department is responsible for the collection of blood samples and handling contained specimens, i.e., human blood, faeces, urine, tissue etc from patients within the community and the hospital. These samples are then processed and tested in our state-of-the-art medical laboratory.

About the role | Mō te tūranga:

• Our Phlebotomists are fully trained to provide excellent customer service and high-quality care to our patients. This is a busy role, with our team processing up to 3500 patient specimens everyday, working from our 11 collection rooms across Canterbury.
• This is a permanent full-time position working 80 hours per fortnight.
• The key tasks include blood collection, responsible for handling contained specimens, i.e., human blood, faeces, and tissue, and preparing specimens for transportation.
• Provide professional customer service, and serve as a link between health professionals, their patients, and the laboratory.

Previous Phlebotomy experience is not essential if you have:

• A positive and friendly approach to your work and demonstrate cultural and social sensitivity.
• Compassion for others, including a real desire to provide high-quality care to a wide variety of patients of all ages and circumstances.
• Excellent customer service skills including a high level of personal presentation.
• Strong attention to detail and an ability to follow processes accurately, even when under pressure.
• Good computer skills.
• Reliable transport and full Driver's license.
• Eligibility to work in NZ.

What’s in it for you | He aha mōu:

• A friendly and supportive team environment.
• On-the-job training.
• A pathway of 'learn while you work' and build your career in Medical Pathology services.

If this sounds like you, and you want to be part of a friendly supportive team committed to providing quality Phlebotomy Services, please click 'Apply' now to submit your application.

Closing date: 27 June 2024