Medical Laboratory Assistant
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to March 2027, with potential availability of ongoing employment
Position Classification: Technical Assistant Grade 2
Remuneration: $64,364.88 - $66,830.31 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ625340
Location: Moruya Hospital
Applications Close: 4 January 2025 - 11:59pm
About the opportunity
An exciting opportunity is now available to take up a role as a temporary Full Time Medical Laboratory Assistant on the stunning South Coast of NSW. Don't miss out!
You will be working in the Southern Region of NSW supporting a number of laboratories in a relief position with opportunities to work continuously throughout the year. As this role is dynamic, it will allow the successful applicant to both learn and grow in the NSWHP team in a number of pathology disciplines.
The South Coast area and the Greater Southern Region of NSW has a number of national parks, marine reserves, fishing, camping and great surfing locations to explore, all in quite peaceful surrounds.
This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a dedicated, enthusiastic and dynamic team within NSW Health Pathology!
What we can offer you
- This position is eligible for a Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme allowance of up to $10,000 plus super per annum in addition to award entitlements
- 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
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.
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 or a demonstrated ability to learn all aspects of the pre analytical environment, including phlebotomy.
- 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, and the ability to travel to any site or location within the operational area as required.
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 Iain Hutchinson on Iain.Hutchinson@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 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 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.
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