Job Description

Administrator/FNA Assistant – Cytology

Permanent, Full-time

Dunedin

Who we are | Ko wai mātou:

Awanui Labs - Dunedin (previously known as SCL) provides high-quality diagnostic pathology services to the community, healthcare professionals and their patients. Awanui labs - Dunedin is owned by Awanui Group (Previously known as Asia Pacific Healthcare Group), a healthcare company committed to providing facilities and services that deliver exceptional care to its clients.

About the role | Mō te tūranga:

Our busy Dunedin Laboratory provides services to both the Hospital and the Community and is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Administrator for Cytology to join our team. This is a permanent, full-time role of 80 hours per fortnight.

We’re seeking an enthusiastic, capable team player with strong attention to detail. While previous healthcare experience is a plus, full training will be provided to help you succeed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure accurate recording of patient and test information.
• Answer telephone enquiries and manage incoming communications.
• Perform data entry, filing, and general administrative tasks.
• Assist patients attending the Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) clinic.
• Collate and retrieve cases and reports for multidisciplinary review meetings.
• Provide additional administrative support as required.

About you | He kōrero mōu

To be successful in this role you need to have:

• Strong computer skills and comfortable using digital systems.
• Previous healthcare experience is an advantage, but not essential.
• Friendly, professional, and committed to providing excellent customer service.
• Methodical and quality-conscious, with great attention to detail.
• Comfortable working around needles, blood, and clinical environments.
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Willing to learn, adaptable, and keen to develop new skills.
• 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 10th October 2026