Information Technology

• Canterbury Health LaboratoriesFull time permanent position working 40 hours per weekHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmlygrounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to buildinga health system that serves all New ZealandersAbout the roleCanterbury Health Laboratories (CHL) is a busydiagnostic facility providing services to in-patients and outpatients at TeWhatu Ora [Health NZ] Hospitals within Christchurch.

• ll be working for thelargest medical laboratory in the South Island which is also a majorsecondary/tertiary referral centre with a varied and challengingcaseload.

We have a modern and well-equipped lab including a good range ofspecialist equipment.This Laboratory Information System (LIS)Application Support role will be a key player in the LIS team, workingwith the CHL and its Labnet partners to support the LIS and development ofchanges, while maintaining the development and delivery of the LIS work plan.The LIS team are all passionate Information Technology (IT) and medicallaboratory professionals who work closely together in a fun collaborative workenvironment.

This position is full-time working 40 hours perweek however you will be on call on occasionally.You will be responsible for:Code development for the LISApplication support and trouble shootingModify protocols and configurationDiscover, options analysis and development of requirements for business needsHL7 messaging and integrationAbout YouThis role would suit someone who enjoys getting tothe core of a problem, finding out all the information and fully understandinga problem to make an informed decision.

We are looking for someone who enjoysbeing challenged as well as looking at problems and solutions from a differentperspective.

• re thinking about starting a career in informationtechnology this could be the role for you!

Skills and experienceYour skills will include:Problem-solving and prioritisation skillsProficient in requirements gathering and documentationStrong communication skills, both verbal and written Excellent customer service skills Critical thinking and diagnostic abilities A passion and understanding of applications and coding Preferred but not essential: Experience in code development, preferably in a LIS environmentQualification or equivalent work experience in an IT field and/or medical laboratory science Working at Health New ZealandHealthNew Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare forthe people of New Zealand.

We welcomeapplications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbowcommunities.

• applynow.
• All applications must be submitted through our onlinecareers
• portal. Ifyou have any questions about the role, please contact Kerri McCarthy atKerri.McCarthy@TeWhatuOra.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with therecruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.