Laboratory Assistant

**Position**: Laboratory Assistant (Molecular Pathology)

**Location**: Bowen Hills, QL

**Employment Type**: Full-time - [Shifts are 8 hours duration with a 30 minute lunch break and currently range across the time frame 6am to 6pm. Weekday shift start times within those working hours vary from 6 am through 10 am as rostered. Participation in occasional weekend shifts and public holiday rosters as required is also an expectation of the role.]

**What we are looking for**:

- The ability to deliver a pathology service involving administrative laboratory pre-analytical duties
- Previous experience in a laboratory will be advantageous but full training is provided in the role. Staff previously working in the hospitality industry especially in fast paced barista work have been very successful in our laboratory assistant team.
- Demonstrated interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills and the ability to work as an effective member of the team
- Demonstrated ability to prioritise workload and work methodically and efficiently whilst adhering to occupational health and safety policies
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- The ability to be an effective team member and have a positive influence on other staff, and
- A sound knowledge of computers and software, in particular Excel.

Suitable applicants should be enthusiastic, possess good communication and organisational skills and have the ability to work unsupervised or as part of a busy and motivated team. A high level of commitment to laboratory turnaround times, customer service, accuracy of processing and laboratory goals is required.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Performing specimen log-in, specimen retrieval, processing, and filing;
- Conducting DNA/RNA extraction (manual and automated);
- Handling phone enquiries and reagent preparation;
- Operating specimen handling instruments; and
- Performing other general laboratory duties as assigned by the Lab Assistant Supervisor or Laboratory Management.

**About Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology (SNP)**:
Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology is a leading provider of diagnostic pathology services in Australia, renowned for our commitment to excellence in patient care and quality testing. With a network of laboratories and collection centres, SNP offers a comprehensive range of pathology services, including histopathology, cytopathology, and molecular diagnostics. We are part of Sonic Healthcare, a global leader in medical diagnostics, and our experienced team is dedicated to delivering accurate and timely results to healthcare professionals and patients.

**Why Choose Us?**:

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- **Parental and Adoption Leave**: We believe in supporting families Enjoy twelve weeks of paid parental and adoption leave, giving you the time you need to welcome a new addition.
- **Employee Assistance Program (EAP)**: Access a free, confidential, and voluntary counselling service for you and your immediate family, available whenever you need support.
- **Work/Life Balance**:We understand the importance of balancing work with personal commitments. Our varied work hours, including part-time options, help you achieve the perfect balance.
- **Career Opportunities**: At Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology and Sonic Healthcare, your career path is full of possibilities Enjoy structured progression, pay increases, and training in advanced skills.
- **Medicare Rebates**: Benefit from exclusive Medicare rebates for pathology and diagnostic imaging services for you and your family.

**Join Us**:
If you are committed to providing high-quality patient care and want to enjoy these incredible benefits, we would love to hear from you