Medical Laboratory Technician – Somatic Cancer Sample Coordinator
Position Classification: Technical Officer Grade 1/2
Remuneration: $63,725.98 - $91,786.58 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ533525
Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Applications Close: 01 December 2024 - 11:59pm
About the Opportunity
A permanent full-time Medical Laboratory Technician (Sample Coordinator) position, is available as part of the Cancer Somatic DNA testing service in the Department of Medical Genomics, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, NSW Health Pathology.
The primary duties of this role will involve liaising with both internal and external clients for the prompt delivery and retrieval of samples necessary to perform somatic cancer DNA testing. Additional duties will include the preparation of samples for DNA testing, FFPE DNA extraction, entry of patient data into a centralised laboratory information system, distribution of urgent results to relevant stakeholders and general administrative tasks as required.
Applicants for this position must have excellent communication and organisational skills and demonstrated ability of working as part of a large multidisciplinary team.
What we can offer you
- Accrued Days Off in addition to Annual Leave
- Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits
- Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
- Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning
What you'll be doing
Interested in joining Australia’s largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions:
- Minimum qualification of Diploma in Laboratory Technology or an equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution with subjects relevant to pathology or medical laboratory operations
- Demonstrated knowledge in the significance of cancer somatic mutation testing, along with strong administrative and organizational skills, ensuring the efficient coordination of urgent DNA testing for advanced cancer patients and effective management of all stakeholders involved.
- Ability to work in a responsible and efficient manner and to manage competing priorities to meet deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment whilst working autonomously to deliver results within specified timeframes set to meet client expectations
- Customer focused approach displaying well-developed interpersonal skills and good oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with customers and patients as well as clinical laboratory staff
- Display initiative, problem solving and analytical skills including an ability to apply established principles in a pathology laboratory and investigate and resolve general and complex issues within the laboratory environment
- Commitment to the principles of quality management and continuous quality improvement and to identify, develop and implement quality and service improvement activities
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For role related queries or questions contact Stuart Cole on Stuart.Cole@health.nsw.gov.au
Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases
This is a Category A position. All Category A applicants must read and understand NSW Health Policy Directive PD2023_022 Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases. All recruits must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy. All recruits must provide evidence against specified diseases and comply with the requirements of this policy at their own cost prior to appointment.
New to NSW Health Pathology?
The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.
Working Rights
This position is a permanent position. To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa.
Talent Pool
If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an eligibility list will be created for future permanent full time / part time, temporary and casual vacancies.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We seek to recruit from diverse applicants and create teams with skills, perspectives and experiences that complement each other at work. We welcome suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, socio-cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
