Medical Laboratory Technician – Pathology Specimen Reception

at  NSW Health Pathology

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Technical Officer Grade 1/2
Remuneration: $63,725.98 - $91,786.58 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ498609
Location: St George Hospital
Applications Close: 7 July 2024 - 11:59pm

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

This is an exciting opportunity to join the pre-analytical pathology team at St George Hospital in Kogarah. It is a permanent full time role and some shift work may be required. We are seeking an applicant with previous experience in pathology pre-analytical services, with a passion for quality customer service.
The Central Specimen Reception department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days and provides pre-analytical pathology services for the Local Health District.
Being part of NSW Health Pathology means you’re helping create better health and justice systems every day. We operate more than 60 laboratories and around 200 collection centres across NSW and conduct over 60 million tests per annum. Our network of pathologists are supported by scientists, technicians and support staff who quickly and accurately assess samples so clinical teams can make the best possible treatment decisions for patients. We encourage our staff to be involved in research and innovation opportunities to help create safer, healthier communities. Our Forensic & Analytical Science Service provides independent, objective analysis to the NSW criminal and coronial justice systems.

To assist in the management of the Central Specimen Reception department by facilitating effective and efficient operations relating to the receipt and subsequent processing of specimens through the department. To oversee and solve technical and customer related issues while maintaining a customer focus. Undertake other laboratory duties including preparation of materials and the maintenance of equipment in line with established laboratory processes, procedures and protocols.