Medical Laboratory Technician

3 days ago

Westmead, New South Wales, Australia NSW Health Full time $68,000 - $99,800 per year

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Technical Officer Grade 1/2

Remuneration: $68, $98,799.60 per annum plus superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ612980

Location: Westmead Hospital

Applications Close: 25 November :59pm

About the opportunity

NSW Health Pathology is seeking a proactive and solution-oriented Medical Laboratory Technician to join our Central Specimen Reception team at Westmead Hospital – ICPMR. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated professional who thrives in a fast-paced laboratory environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality diagnostic services.

In this role, you will contribute directly to patient care, work collaboratively with pathologists, scientists, technical assistants, and healthcare professionals to ensure the timely and efficient processing of patient specimens. The ideal candidate will possess strong critical thinking, communication, organisation skills and have excellent attention to detail to help maintain the accuracy and integrity of our daily operations.

The Central Specimen Reception (CSR) service unit is part of the Institute of Clinical Pathology and Medical research (ICPMR) in the Western Sydney Local Health District. The service unit runs 24 hours, 7 days a week at Westmead Hospital to provide a quality, timely and efficient service to all clients of ICPMR and the surrounding West network.

What we can offer you

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

What you'll be doing

Perform a range of supervisory and technical tasks in the Central Specimen Reception Department by applying established methods and procedures, as directed. Duties include the supervision and delegation of specimen reception tasks and workflow, training of technical assistant staff, taking part in the initial data entry and processing of specimens, verification of specialised test results, 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 operations
  • Demonstrated 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 Systems
  • Demonstrated experience in the supervision of laboratory staff and the ability to work in a responsible and efficient manner, managing competing priorities to meet deadlines
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment whilst working autonomously to deliver results within specified timeframes set to meet client expectations
  • Customer 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 staff
  • Display 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 environment
  • Commitment to the principles of quality management and continuous quality improvement and to identify, develop and implement quality and service improvement activities
  • Ability to participate in a 24/7 rotating shift roster including night shift, weekends and public holidays with no restrictions

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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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