Medical Laboratory Technician - Anatomical Pathology
Remuneration: $33.26 - $47.91 per hour plus superannuation
Requisition ID: REQ544823
Location: Tweed Valley Hospital
Applications Close: 2 February 2025 - 11:59pm
About the opportunity
Exciting Opportunity: Casual Technical Officer at NSW Health Pathology!
NSW Health Pathology is leading the way in providing innovative diagnostic services that make a real difference in the lives of people across NSW. We’re looking for a dedicated Casual Technical Officer to join our exceptional team at NSWHP – Tweed Valley Laboratory.
In this dynamic role, you’ll become an integral part of a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. You'll work alongside skilled professionals who share a passion for scientific excellence, while enjoying the flexibility and variety that a casual position offers.
If you're ready to contribute to cutting-edge pathology services and be part of a supportive team, we’d love to meet you and explore how you can play a key role in our mission to improve healthcare in NSW. Apply now to join our remarkable team!
What we can offer you
- 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 and experience in the delivery of pathology services within an Anatomical Pathology department, including use of processing equipment, 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
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 Jacqui Simmonds on Jacqui.Simmonds@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 PD2024_015 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.
Talent Pool
If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an eligibility list will be created for future 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.
