Medical Laboratory Assistant

2 days ago

Lismore City Council, Australia NSW Health Pathology Full time

Employment Type: Various

Position Classification: Technical Assistant Grade 2

Remuneration: $ $32.41 per hour plus superannuation

Hours Per Week: Various hours available

Requisition ID: REQ598839

Location: Lismore Base Hospital

Applications Close: 9 September :59pm

About The Opportunity

NSW Health Pathology is seeking Technical Assistants to work at our Lismore Laboratory in the specimen reception team.

The specimen reception team is central to any pathology lab. By joining our dynamic team, you will work in one of the largest regional laboratories in the state, servicing Lismore Base Hospital and the Northern Rivers Community.

Working closely with our pre-analytical team and laboratory staff, you will have the opportunity to learn data entry and other key skills, assisting in the processing of specimens for testing.

Lismore Base Hospital provides a wide range of health services to Northern NSW residents, including an Operating Theatre Suite, Intensive Care/Cardiac Care Unit, General Medical and Surgical Wards, Women's Care, Paediatric, Renal Units, and Emergency Department.

What We Can Offer You
  • Accrued Days Off in addition to Annual Leave
  • Generous salary packaging options and fringe benefits
  • 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 laboratory support and specimen reception services, assisting laboratory staff to deliver patient-focused service under supervision.

Interested in joining Australia's largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions:
  • Knowledge of, or ability to learn, all aspects of the laboratory environment relevant to the Department
  • Ability to maintain high-quality work output while managing competing priorities
  • Customer service experience and skills, preferably in a laboratory setting, including effective communication with customers, patients, and clinical staff
  • Problem solving and analytical skills, with the ability to investigate and resolve issues within the laboratory environment
  • Excellent data entry skills with high attention to detail and data accuracy
  • Awareness of legislation, policies, and requirements relevant to a laboratory setting
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For queries, contact Christopher Nicol at

Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Infectious Diseases

This is a Category A position. All applicants must read and understand NSW Health Policy Directive PD2024_015 and comply with its requirements, providing evidence at their own cost before appointment. The preferred candidate may undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.

Working Rights

This is a permanent position. To be eligible for permanent appointment, applicants must have Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders are only eligible for employment duration of their visa.

Talent Pool

If suitable candidates are identified, an eligibility list will be created for future vacancies.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, socio-cultural background, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

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