Medical Laboratory Assistant - Pre-Analytical - Collections and CSR
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time, and Casual
Position Classification: Technical Assistant Grade 2
Remuneration: $32.46 - $33.71 per hour plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 16 (Part Time)
Requisition ID: REQ647452
Location: Orange Health Service
Applications Close: 7 April 2026 - 11:59pm
About the opportunity
We are seeking a motivated Technical Assistant to join our dynamic, multi‑disciplinary laboratory team. We currently have a permanent part time and casual position on offer providing an exciting opportunity for candidates looking to develop their skills in a professional pathology environment.
You will gain hands‑on exposure to pre‑analytical processes across Chemistry, Haematology and Transfusion testing, making this an ideal role for someone seeking variety, challenge, and career development within a supportive team.
Based in Orange, a vibrant regional centre just 3.5 hours from Sydney, you’ll enjoy a relaxed lifestyle alongside professional opportunity. The region is renowned for its cool climate, award‑winning food and wine scene, and access to high‑quality health and education facilities.
If you’re looking to balance meaningful work with an exceptional lifestyle, we’d love to hear from you.
What you'll be doing
Contribute to a high-quality pathology service. Perform a range of pre analytical duties including pathology collections, receiving and triaging of specimens, patient registration and request entry, specimen processing and preparation for transport or delivery to laboratories for timely accurate diagnostic testing.
What we can offer you
Financial Benefits - Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme allowance of up to $2,105 plus super per annum in addition to award entitlements, and
Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits
Work-life balance - Up to 12 additional days off per year in addition to Annual Leave (for full-time employees)
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:
- Certificate III in Pathology, Pathology Collections or Pathology Assistance, and/or previous experience in a pathology setting.
- 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.
- Proficient computer skills including high attention to detail and data accuracy and the ability to operate and maintain pre analytical equipment.
- 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
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 PD2026_004 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.
We encourage applicants to submit responses that reflect their own experiences and perspectives. Please note that applications that appear to be generated by AI tools or copied from external sources may not be considered.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
3) For role related queries or questions contact Tatenda Zana on tatenda.zana@health.nsw.gov.au
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