Administration Officer - Histology

Administration Officer - Histology
Fixed Term, Part-time
Nelson

Who we are | Ko wai 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 Nelson laboratory is offering an exciting opportunity for a permanent, part-time Administrator to join the Histology team. Reporting to the Head of Department, you will support a culture of continuous improvement and a solutions-focused mindset, ensuring high standards of quality and service.

You will play a key role in specimen handling and client support. Working collaboratively within the team, you will assist storage and filing of histology specimens, typing of dictations, return to patient processes and handling various specimen related queries. This role suits someone who is friendly, approachable, and has excellent customer service skills

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and log histology specimens in the LIS, prioritising urgent samples.
• Organise administrative workload to support turnaround times.
• Check request forms for accuracy and resolve discrepancies
• Generate worklists and enter data accurately on the LIS
• Track specimen workflow and respond to case queries.
• Maintain accurate records in line with departmental policies.
• Record equipment servicing and escalate issues as required.
• Monitor and order consumables to maintain stock levels.

About you | He kōrero mōu
To be successful in this role you need to have:

• Ability to absorb, evaluate, and respond to information and ideas in a positive manner.
• Highly motivated and driven with professional attitude.
• Ability to work well under pressure and safety and quality conscious.
• Ability to organise, prioritise and focus on daily work to meet turnaround times
• Continuous improvement mind set.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Flexibility to work additional hours when required.
• Enthusiasm, energy and a driven outlook.
• 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 are passionate about your work, dedicated to quality and want to be part of a friendly supportive team, please click 'Apply now'

Application closes 25 September 2026