Pathology Collector

• Role title:  Pathology Collector

• Role type:  Permanent Full Time

• Role grade: Technical Assistant Grade 1 Year1-3

• Department and location:  SydPath, St Vincent’s Hospital, Darlinghurst

• Salary: $60,746.24- $63,211.56 + super + salary packaging

Better and fairer care.  Always.

We are St Vincent’s Health Australia, Australia’s largest not-for-profit provider of health and aged care services. 

Founded by The Sisters of Charity in 1857, our +30,000 healthcare superheroes operate public and private hospitals, residential aged care, community and virtual care, and outreach programs. 

About the role

• Perform venepuncture and specimen preparation for storage and transportation, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

• Assist with specialized procedures including Venesection and Synacthen testing.

• Conduct non-blood collection procedures with professionalism and care.

• Collaborate effectively as part of a team, providing excellent customer service and maintaining strong patient relationships.

• Maintain high standards of accuracy, adhering to WH&S principles, and following established policies and procedures.

About you

• Experience & Skills: Minimum of 12 months’ experience in the vacutainer method of collection and extensive knowledge of venepuncture, along with appropriate qualifications or experience in pathology.

• Customer Service Excellence: A proven track record of delivering high-quality customer service, with a professional appearance and demeanor.

• Independent & Autonomous Worker: Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team, managing tasks with minimal supervision.

• Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible hours and cover a rotating 7-day roster to support the unit's needs.

  Health & Safety Awareness: Strong understanding of workplace health and safety principles, coupled with effective communication and interpersonal skills in a professional setting.

Why work at St Vincent’s?

• Join us on our mission to provide care to all, including the most at-risk people in our community

• Discounted access to many gyms for you and your family with Fitness Passport

• Access to discounted private health insurance with Medibank

• Access to a government salary sacrifice program.  Make a proportion of your salary tax-free

• Committed to financial support for educational development, scholarship programs, paid study leave

About the hospital

In this role you will be based at St Vincent’s hospital, Darlinghurst.

• A busy inner-city hospital in a beautiful location

• Surrounded by great cafes, galleries and theatres, parks, nightlife, and nearby glorious beaches

• A place of expert clinical care for at-risk people

• Closely partnered with universities & affiliated research institutes, many of which are located on-campus

• Centres of excellence include heart & lung transplantation, bone marrow transplantation, cardiology, cancer care, AIDS/HIV, respiratory medicine, mental health, homeless health, drug & alcohol services, and correctional health 

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For this role you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or have an Australia visa that grants you the work rights necessary for the role.
 

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment checks, including relevant immunisations.

Equal opportunity

We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.

How to apply

The closing date for applications is 07 April 2025

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting how your interest, skills, and experience align with the role.

Respectfully, this role is not open to recruitment agencies.

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