Medical laboratory technician, Kaihangarau taiwhanga rongoā
Also known as
- Histology technician, haematology technician, cytopathology technician
Medical laboratory technicians collect, prepare, test and analyse biological samples using laboratory equipment and testing rules to support patient diagnosis, management and treatment.
Your pay could be
$72K
Lower
$83K to $89K
Most common
$98K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
2-3 years
Medical laboratory technicians
- usually work regular business hours but may work night shifts, weekends and part time
- usually work in community, hospital, commercial or veterinary diagnostic laboratories and may travel locally
- need to be organised, accurate and methodical
Tasks
- test biological samples
- use laboratory equipment and machinery
- collect and organise data
- analyse test results
- prepare samples for testing
- prepare medical supplies and equipment
- collect biological samples from patients
- follow health and safety rules
Practical
Investigative
Organised
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You need
- a bachelor's degree in microbiology, biochemistry and cell biology, genetics, human biology or similar area
- a Qualified Medical Laboratory Technician Certificate
- an Annual Practising Certificate
- to pass a police check
Registration
You need to be registered to do this job. This means you meet your industry's professional standards.
Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand
Te Kaunihera Pūtaiao Hauora o Aotearoa
Phone Number,04 801 6250
msc@medsci.co.nz
https://www.mscouncil.org.nz/If you’re in school
You need University Entrance to do the study or training for this job.
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