Medical Laboratory Technician
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to October 2027 with potential for ongoing employment
Position Classification: Technical Officer Grade 1/2
Remuneration: $68,594.99 - $98,799.60 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ668965
Location: Prince of Wales Hospital
Applications Close: 28 June 2026 - 11:59pm
About the Opportunity:
NSW Health Pathology are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Medical Laboratory Technician in Molecular and Cytogenetics to join our dynamic team in the Genetics laboratory at Randwick. We are seeking candidates with technical bench experience performing a range of genetic tests, particularly those used in the investigation of prenatal and postnatal genetic disorders, infertility and reproductive genetics, developmental delay, and haematological malignancies.
The Genetics Laboratory at Randwick is part of NSW Health Pathology and is one of the major Australian centres for genetic diagnostics, providing a comprehensive genome diagnostic service in a consultative pathology context. The laboratory provides a wide range of assays including karyotyping, FISH, microarray and single to whole exome sequencing to assist in the diagnosis of rare diseases.
What you'll be doing
Responsible for delivering a range of operational laboratory activities including the coordination and provisions of scientific and technical training and the ongoing review, development and quality management of laboratory practices to ensure compliance with operational standards and procedures, quality standards and continual process improvement.
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:
- 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 and experience in the delivery of pathology services within a discipline relevant to the department, including use of Laboratory Information Systems, Patient Systems and Quality Systems
- 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
Demonstrated recent experience in genetic laboratory techniques in a diagnostic setting
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.
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For role related queries or questions contact Christopher Lucas at Christopher.Lucas@health.nsw.gov.au
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