Medical Laboratory Technician
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Technical Officer Grade 1/2
Remuneration: $71,338.54 - $102,751.61 per annum + Superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ690995
Location: Prince of Wales Hospital
Applications Close: 20 September 2026 - 11:59pm
About the opportunity
Unlock the future of healthcare through genetic science. NSW Health Pathology is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Medical Laboratory Technician to join our Molecular and Cytogenetics team in the Genetics Laboratory at Randwick. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of genetic diagnostics, performing a diverse range of specialised tests that help clinicians diagnose rare diseases and guide patient care. If you have technical bench experience and a passion for science, you'll find plenty of opportunities to grow your skills in a field that is constantly evolving and making a real difference to patients and families.
As one of Australia's leading centres for genetic diagnostics, the Genetics Laboratory at Randwick delivers a comprehensive genome diagnostic service within a collaborative and consultative pathology environment. You'll work alongside expert scientists and clinical teams, gaining exposure to a broad range of advanced technologies and assays, including karyotyping, FISH, microarray and sequencing techniques spanning single genes to whole exomes. Join a team where innovation, discovery and teamwork come together every day, and build a career at the cutting edge of modern pathology.
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 (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:
- 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 Molecular and Cytogenetics department, including demonstrated technical bench experience involving genetic testing
- Demonstrated experience in the 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
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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.
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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 Nila Quayum on Nila.Quayum@health.nsw.gov.au
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