LABORATORY MANAGER- Port Macquarie

at  Laverty Pathology

LABORATORY MANAGER- Port Macquarie
Job reference: #9928
Brand: Laverty Pathology
Location: 72-80 Lake Road, Port Macquarie NSW 2444
Work type: Full Time (Permanent) hours per week
Schedule: Working hours will be Monday to Friday, with participation in a 7 days roster
About us
Laverty Pathology is part of Healius Limited, one of Australia’s leading healthcare companies, Healius is synonymous with quality, affordable and accessible healthcare for all Australians. It has an expansive network of pathology laboratories, collection centres and diagnostic imaging centres. Through this footprint and its 10,500+ people, Healius provides specialty diagnostic services to consumers and their referring practitioners. Healius provides quality healthcare services that are easily accessible and cost efficient, while supporting the coordination and continuity of quality patient care.

We are seeking an individual who is highly motivated to become part of a passionate and engaged team. Your key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Supervise a small laboratory with two other medical scientists in a multi-disciplinary setting (Biochemistry, Haematology/Coagulation/Blood Bank)
• This role is hands on, and you will be required to perform some laboratory work as part of your duties.
• Prioritise work- flow to meet client’s requirements
• Ensure results are released within agreed turnaround times
• Liaise with senior staff and Pathologists regarding unusual and abnormal results
• Ensure all laboratory equipment is maintained in optimal condition and working order, all scheduled routine maintenance is performed, and any unscheduled maintenance is performed as required
• Review and update all laboratory documentation as required