Pathology Collector

About the role

Are you passionate about healthcare and delivering exceptional service? We're looking for enthusiastic and reliable Part-Time Pathology Collectors to become valued members of our dedicated team in Mount Gambier and Naracoorte, SA.

This role is perfect for self-motivated individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment, have a keen eye for detail, and take pride in providing outstanding care and communication to patients and healthcare professionals alike.

Specific duties include:

• Collect blood, urine, swabs, and other pathology samples from patients.

• Ensure accurate patient identification and specimen labelling.

• Prepare and store specimens according to protocols.

• Complete paperwork and data entry with attention to detail.

• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the collection area.

• Provide clear instructions and support to patients.

• Follow infection control and workplace safety procedures.

• Assist with general administrative and clerical tasks.

Skills and experience:

• Certificate III or IV in Pathology Collection, or relevant industry experience

• Excellent customer service skills, both face-to-face and over the phone

• Strong time management and organisational abilities

• Sound clinical knowledge and understanding of specimen collection procedures

• Effective communication skills with patients, colleagues, and healthcare professionals

• Ability to work independently and flexibly across weekday and weekend shifts

• Basic computer literacy and data entry skills

• Current and valid Driver's Licence

• Full working rights in Australia

Employee Benefits

You will have access to a range of exciting benefits when you join ACL, including:

• 8 weeks paid parental leave*

• Access to hundreds of everyday savings including phone bills, fuel and groceries, fashion, restaurants and entertainment.

• Expert guidance on healthy living on a range of topics like money, work, mind, body, and life.

• Free and confidential support from qualified counsellors.

• Discounted health insurance.

• Training and development opportunities.

*Service conditions apply

About us

Australian Clinical Labs (Clinical Labs) is one of the largest and fastest-growing pathology providers in the country, committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred diagnostic services. With a workforce of over 5,000 dedicated professionals and a truly national footprint, we operate approximately 100 NATA-accredited laboratories across Australia.

Each year, we perform nearly 6 million episodes for doctors, specialists, patients, hospitals, and corporate clients. We proudly service almost 100 private and public hospitals, and we are the largest provider of pathology services to public hospitals in Australia.

Our growth is driven by a passion for medical excellence, innovation, and a strong focus on improving health outcomes for the communities we serve.

Who we are

At Australian Clinical Labs, we are driven by a shared commitment to patient focus and medical excellence. We empower our people to make a real difference, helping to improve and save lives every day.

Our culture is agile, adaptable, and underpinned by respect, integrity, and a strong sense of purpose. We're proud of the passion our employees bring to their work, the supportive and collaborative environment we foster, and our unwavering focus on safety and wellbeing for all who interact with us.

Vaccination Requirements

As a healthcare provider, Clinical Labs requires all new employees to be vaccinated against preventable diseases. If successful, we will ask for proof of immunisation accordingly for our records.

You may be required to undergo probity checks as part of the recruitment process including police check and licence check.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Australian Clinical Labs, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, nationalities, and cultural backgrounds — including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTQI community, individuals living with disability, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to ensuring an accessible recruitment process and are happy to make adjustments to support candidates with specific needs.

As a proud supporter of Veteran Employment, we also encourage applications from Australian Defence Force Veterans and their spouses.

Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.