Laboratory Assistant

3 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Northern Health Full time
Overview

Laboratory Assistant - Anatomical Pathology role at Northern Health.

Reference Number: 52110
Employment Type: On Going Part Time
Location: Northern Health (All Campuses)

About Northern Health

As an organisation we have a clear focus on how we service and partner with our community, including our strategy of helping the community stay well when at home. Our reputation of community minded, inclusive and progressive is matched to none. Northern Health is the major provider of acute, maternity, sub-acute, mental health, specialist, community and home-based services in Melbourne's rapidly growing outer north.

Services are provided through five main campuses: Northern Hospital Epping, Broadmeadows Hospital, Bundoora Centre, Craigieburn Centre, and Kilmore District Hospital. Mental Health Services are provided at Epping, Broadmeadows, Jacana, Preston, Mill Park and Coburg.

About the Role

This role would suit either an existing or aspiring laboratory assistant who enjoys working as part of a team to contribute to the production of high-quality work and ongoing patient care. Positioned in the Anatomical Pathology team, key responsibilities include specimen handling and data entry, laboratory investigations, MDM organisation, assisting Anatomical Pathologists, Senior staff and external and internal clients, and mortuary duties.

Responsibilities
  • Specimen handling and data entry
  • Laboratory investigations
  • Medical Decision Making (MDM) organisation
  • Assisting Anatomical Pathologists, Senior staff and external and internal clients
  • Mortuary duties
To be successful in this role you will have
  • Victorian Certificate of Education or equivalent. Desirable qualification includes certificate/diploma in laboratory techniques or similar.
  • Previous experience in a diagnostic pathology laboratory is highly advantageous
  • Experience in administration/clerical work, specifically data entry, is advantageous.
  • Ability to work in a fast-changing environment, both independently and in a team
  • High attention to detail, good organizational and time management skills
Next Steps

If this opportunity sounds like the next step in your career, please click the Apply button and follow the prompts. For further details, refer to the Position Description. You can also contact Imogen Campbell, Senior Scientist Anatomical Pathology, on (03) 9485 9333. Applications close 14 September 2025.

Why work at Northern Health
  • Health and Wellbeing programs, including Thrive
  • Flexibility in the workplace and extra leave options
  • An inclusive and culturally safe space
  • Salary packaging, EAP, online library, and onsite parking

Work with us Northern Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQ+ communities, people with different abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged.

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