Medical Laboratory Technician
Remuneration: $65,956.84 - 94,999.44 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ544847
Location: Bega District Hospital
Applications Close: 26 January 2024 - 11:59pm
About the opportunity
Join NSW Health Pathology as a Technical Officer at Bega District Hospital, where you’ll play a crucial role in delivering timely and accurate results across diverse departments such as biochemistry, haematology, microbiology, molecular biology, and digital morphology.
Experience the rewarding challenge of working in a dynamic multidisciplinary laboratory while enjoying the picturesque beauty of Bega, the heart of the Sapphire Coast. Surrounded by rolling green hills, rich pastures, and the friendly atmosphere of a charming country town, you'll have access to local galleries, cafes, quirky shops, and the renowned Bega Cheese Factory—making this not just a job, but a lifestyle!
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
- 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
Perform a range of laboratory investigations and tests (manual and automated) and technical tasks by applying established methods and procedures, as directed. Undertake other laboratory duties including preparation of materials and the maintenance of equipment in line with established laboratory processes, procedures and protocols.
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
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 Caroline Mwaluko on Caroline.Mwaluko@health.nsw.gov.au
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