Medical Laboratory Assistant - Genetics
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Technical Assistant Grade 2
Remuneration: $64,364.88 - $66,830.31 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ647608
Location: Prince of Wales Hospital
Applications Close: 30 March 2026 - 11:59pm
About the opportunity
An exciting and unique opportunity is available for a motivated and reliable Medical Laboratory Assistant to join the Genetics Department at Prince of Wales Hospital in Randwick in a permanent, full-time position.
The Genetics Laboratory is part of NSW Health Pathology and is one of Australia’s leading centres for genetic diagnostics, offering a comprehensive genome diagnostic service within a consultative pathology framework.
What you'll be doing
Contribute to a high-quality pathology service. Perform pathology specimen reception duties including receiving and triaging of specimens, patient registration and request entry, specimen processing, DNA extraction, quantitation, storage and preparation for transport or delivery to laboratories for timely accurate diagnostic testing. Provide support in cytogenetics and molecular genetics pre-analytical processing which requires processing of all samples types received, including but not limited to blood, buccal swabs, saliva, DNA, bone marrow, amniotic fluids, chronic villi sampling, products of conception and fetal samples.
What we can offer you
- Financial Benefits - Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits
Work-life balance - Up to 12 additional days off per year in addition to Annual Leave
Professional growth - Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning
Health & wellbeing - Fitness Passport gym discounts and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and families.
Interested in joining Australia’s largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions:
- Previous experience a pathology setting or a demonstrated ability to learn all aspects of the pre analytical environment.
- Demonstrated ability to manage tasks in a demanding environment where there are competing priorities and time constraints.
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and customers, internal and external.
- Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills combined with the ability to investigate and resolve general issues.
- Willingness to operate and maintain pre analytical equipment as required.
- Proficient computer skills including high attention to detail and data accuracy.
- Demonstrated understanding of confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive information in a laboratory setting, following relevant legislation, policies, and requirements.
- Willingness to participate in a 24/7 rotating shift roster, including weekends, public holidays, and night shifts, and the ability to travel to any site or location within the operational area as required.
Information For Applicants
NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We value, and welcome all suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
NSW Health Pathology is committed to providing accessibility and reasonable accommodations and ensuring our recruitment process is flexible, inclusive, and free from barriers, promoting equal opportunities for all to succeed. Please reach out if you need adjustments.
NSW Health Pathology is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce in public health. For Aboriginal candidates, support is available through the Stepping Up website
You must have valid working rights in Australia for the duration of the appointment to be eligible to apply.
All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2024_15 for more detail. The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.
An eligibility list may be created for similar vacancies in the future.
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Kashfi Khan on Kashfi.Khan@health.nsw.gov.au
To learn more about NSWHP please visit “Life at NSW Health Pathology” or connect with us on LinkedIn!
