Medical Laboratory Technician

2 weeks ago


Melbourne, Australia Austin Health Full time

Location: Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan

Job type: Full time

Organisation: Austin Health

**Salary**: Salary not specified

Occupation: Health and Allied Health

Reference: 45455
- Fixed-term contract until 30 June 2023
- Molecular Department, Austin Pathology

Austin Health is the major provider of tertiary health services, health professional education and research across three campuses in the North East of Melbourne and state-wide. We have a highly engaged, diverse and collaborative workforce that is unified by our purpose, which is to help people live healthy and fulfilled lives.

The Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory located at Austin Hospital, is seeking a** Fixed-term Medical Laboratory Technician Grade 1** to work as part of our team. The laboratory operates 7 day per week on a rotating roster. This role is focused on providing SARS-CoV-2 molecular testing services with the expectation that the successful applicant may perform other tests/duties in the Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory.

**About the role**:

- Perform Molecular Diagnostic testing according to documented procedures and protocols
- Read, interpret and validate test results including identifying and rectifying problems. Issue laboratory reports in a timely manner.
- Participate in the internal quality control and external quality assurance activities of the Molecular Diagnostics Service.
- Participate in the maintenance of the laboratory equipment.

**About you**:

- To be considered for this role you will need to possess at least an Associate Diploma of Applied Science (Medical Science) Certificate, Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Laboratory Technology or Laboratory Operations or equivalent.
- Hands-on experience in a NATA accredited laboratory performing DNA/RNA extraction and Real-Time PCR is highly desirable for this position.
- The ability to work in a team and independently utilising state of the art technology will be highly regarded.

**Our benefits**:
Working at Austin Health means enjoying a strong sense of purpose, engaging in meaningful work every day. Our people also receive a variety of rewarding benefits, including:

- Greater take-home pay through generous salary packaging
- A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounts on fitness memberships and health insurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing program
- Mentoring and career development opportunities
- Onsite childcare, easy access via public transport, car parking and end of journey facilities for cyclists
- Five weeks annual leave, plus purchased leave options

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