Fixed Term Laboratory Technician

About Northern Health:

As an organisation we have a clear focus on how we service and partner with our community, including our strategy of helping the community stay well when at home. Our reputation of community minded, inclusive and progressive is matched to none.

Northern Health is located in the rapidly growing northern suburbs with projected growth the biggest in the state. With a booming, culturally rich and diverse community, and less than an hour's drive from the CBD (still within the bounds of Myki and ride-sharing), Melbourne's North is fast becoming the place to be.

Northern Health are seeking applications from motivated and suitably experienced Laboratory Technician to join the Anatomical Pathology team on a fixed term contract.

Northern Health is the major provider of acute, maternity, sub-acute, mental health, specialist, community and home-based services in Melbourne's rapidly growing outer north.

Services are provided through our five main campuses:

Northern Hospital Epping, Broadmeadows Hospital, Bundoora Centre, Craigieburn Centre, and Kilmore District Hospital. In addition, Mental Health Services are provided at Epping, Broadmeadows, Jacana, Preston, Mill Park and Coburg.

About the Role:

This role would suit a passionate and experience Laboratory Technican who enjoys working as part of a busy team to contribute to the production of high-quality work and participation on a rotating roster.

This position is a fixed term until August 2026.

Based within the Anatomical Pathology team the key responsibilities are (but not limited to); specimen accessioning and handling, embedding and microtomy of FFPE tissue, data entry, equipment maintenance, block and slide filing, cytopathology preparation, mortuary duties, and other general laboratory responsibilities.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• A relevant diploma of applied science (Medical Laboratory), diploma or advanced diploma in laboratory technology, or laboratory operations, currently study an undergraduate or postgraduate in Laboratory Medical Science, or equivalent.
• Previous experience working in a diagnostic anatomical pathology laboratory.
• Prove ability to work in a fast-changing envrionment, working both independelty and as part of a team.
• Have a high attention to detail, organizational and time management skills.

Next Steps . . .

If this opportunity sounds like the next step in your career, then we would love to hear from you.

For further details, please refer to the Position Description. Alternatively, you can contact Imogen Campbell, Principal Scientist of Anatomical Pathology,

Applications close on 21st October 2025

Shortlisting will commence immediately for this vacancy. If an appropriate candidate is sourced, the advertising may close early, thus we advise you to apply right away.

Why work at the Northern Health?

NH offer a range of benefits which support and reward staff both personally and professionally.

Our staff benefits include award winning facilities and campus partnerships, Professional development and events, an award winning Health and wellbeing program and financial benefits.

• Health and Wellbeing programs, including our new 'Thrive' program
• Flexibility in the workplace and extra leave options and support
• An inclusive and culturally safe space
• Access to salary packaging, EAP, our online library and onsite car parking

Work with us Northern Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds are encouraged.