Medical Laboratory Technician

Medical Laboratory Technician - Translational Genomics

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Employment Type : Various

Position Classification : Technical Officer Grade 1 / 2

Remuneration : $33.26 - $47.94 per hour plus superannuation

Requisition ID : REQ594454

Location : John Hunter Hospital

Applications Close : 17 August 2025 - 11 : 59pm

About The Opportunity

NSW Health Pathology are looking for a talented Technical Officer to join our Molecular Medicine Department. Based at John Hunter Hospital, we are looking for highly motivated team players

The NSW Health Pathology Molecular Medicine Department is located a short drive from Newcastle, on the John Hunter Hospital Campus, with beautiful surroundings and outdoor areas. The team you will be working with is dedicated, committed and positive, and strive for excellence to provide a quality Genomics service to NSW communities.

What We Can Offer You

• Accrued Days Off in addition to Annual Leave (full time positions only)
• Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits (full time and part time positions only)
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport (full time and part time positions only)
• Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning

What You'll Be Doing

The Molecular Medicine Department performs genomic testing on constitutional / germline, prenatal, haematological and solid tumour samples. This position will require you to work in a team environment to assist with the delivery of a range of Molecular and Cytogenomic Pathology services. In this role, you will contribute to Genetic Pathology services which utilise techniques such as : Real-time PCR, Sanger sequencing, karyotyping, microarrays and Massive Parallel Sequencing. You will perform a range of laboratory investigations and tests (manual and automated) and technical tasks by applying established methods and procedures, as directed. You will 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 operationsDemonstrated 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 SystemsAbility to work in a responsible and efficient manner and to manage competing priorities to meet deadlinesDemonstrated ability to work in a team environment whilst working autonomously to deliver results within specified timeframes set to meet client expectationsCustomer 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 staffDisplay 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 environmentCommitment to the principles of quality management and continuous quality improvement and to identify, develop and implement quality and service improvement activitiesDemonstrated knowledge and / or experience in Genetic Pathology services using techniques such as Real-time PCR, karyotyping, microarrays, Sanger sequencing and Massive Parallel Sequencing.

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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.

Working Rights

This position is a permanent position. To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. Please note : A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa.

Talent Pool

If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an eligibility list will be created for future permanent full time / part time, 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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