About New Zealand Blood Service

New Zealand Blood Service (NZBS) has sole responsibility for collecting, processing and distributing blood in New Zealand. Through the generosity of our donors, we are able to help save lives through our blood, blood products and other services. At the end of the day, you know that you've contributed in some way to making a difference in someone's life.

Our shared values are at the heart of our organisation's culture and guide our behaviour each and every day. They inspire us, motivate us and drive us to provide the very best service to the New Zealand public.

About the role

Medical Laboratory Scientists within the Blood Bank are responsible for performing a range of duties related to pre transfusion, antenatal and diagnostic testing and the issue of blood and blood products for clinical purposes. 

This role is a part time position with 40 hours per fortnight.

About you

To be successful in this role you must be registered as a Medical Laboratory Scientist with the Medical Sciences Council of NZ, or you will be seeking to complete your intern requirements before registration with NZMLSB. You will have a positive attitude, and the flexibility to fully participate in our 24-hour, 7-day roster.

We are looking for someone with:

• Experience in transfusion science or a related discipline
• Experience working in a Blood Bank would be preferred, but not essential
• Flexibility to fully participate in our 24-hour, 7-day roster
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Positive attitude
• Self-motivated
• Willing to take responsibility

The ability to multi-task and respond quickly in a fast paced environment is essential in this role