Specimen Handler

We are seeking a highly skilled Laboratory Assistant to join our team.

As a Pathology Specimen Reception Laboratory Assistant, you will be responsible for the meticulous handling of patient specimens. Your duties include ensuring accurate labelling, preparing samples for analysis, and performing data entry with a high degree of accuracy.

You will adhere to laboratory protocols, quality management systems, and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Additionally, you will manage telephone inquiries, maintain laboratory equipment, and support hospital specimen pickups.

This role requires participation in a 24-hour, 7-day rotating roster, including evenings, overnights, and weekends, to ensure uninterrupted service.

To be successful in this role, you must have a meticulous eye for detail, exceptional communication skills, and a profound dedication to delivering top-tier patient care.

• Willingness and ability to work a variety of shifts—including evenings, nights, weekends, and public holidays—as part of a 24/7 service.
• Excellent attention to detail for accurate specimen handling and data entry.
• Possess basic computer skills, including accurate and fast typing, confident navigation of computer systems.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic, reliability, and organisational skills, with the ability to effectively multitask in a busy environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

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.