Medical Laboratory Technician - Microbiology
Position Classification: Technical Officer Grade 1/2
Remuneration: $65,956.84 - $94,999.44 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ544875
Location: Liverpool Hospital
Applications Close: 17 February 2025 - 11:59pm
About the Opportunity
Want to work in a world class Microbiology Laboratory? An opportunity exists for an individual with a passion for Microbiology to join the NSW Health Pathology Microbiology Department laboratory team nestled in the Liverpool Hospital Precinct as a temporary full-time Medical Laboratory Technician.
We are seeking a level-headed person with good laboratory skills, an eye for detail, good organizational skills and excellent communication skills. You will be working with a dedicated team of Laboratory staff, providing quality services to Southwestern Sydney Local Health District network patients.
Continued professional development is essential in this role and opportunities will be provided to support these activities. We will be looking for your strengths and once trained you will be required to participate in a 24/7 roster and supervise after hour shifts on a rostered basis. Participation in an on-call roster is mandatory.
If you are a team player looking for a new opportunity, apply now!
What we can offer you
- Accrued Days Off in addition to Annual Leave
- Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits
- Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
- Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning
Perform a range of laboratory investigations and tests (manual and automated) and technical tasks by applying established methods and procedures, as directed. Undertake other laboratory duties including preparation of materials and the maintenance of equipment in line with established laboratory processes, procedures and protocols.
Interested in joining Australia’s largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions:
- Minimum qualification of Diploma in Laboratory Technology or an equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution with subjects relevant to pathology or medical laboratory operations
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the delivery of pathology services within a Microbiology department, including use of Laboratory Information Systems, Patient Systems and Quality Systems Ability to work in a responsible and efficient manner and to manage competing priorities to meet deadlines
- Ability to work in a responsible and efficient manner and to manage competing priorities to meet deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment whilst working autonomously to deliver results within specified timeframes set to meet client expectations
- Customer focused approach displaying well-developed interpersonal skills and good oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with customers and patients as well as clinical laboratory staff
- Display initiative, problem solving and analytical skills including an ability to apply established principles in a pathology laboratory and investigate and resolve general and complex issues within the laboratory environment
- Commitment to the principles of quality management and continuous quality improvement and to identify, develop and implement quality and service improvement activities
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For role related queries or questions contact Juan Merif on Juan.Merif@health.nsw.gov.au
Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases
New to NSW Health Pathology?
The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.
Talent Pool
If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an eligibility list will be created for future temporary and casual vacancies.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We seek to recruit from diverse applicants and create teams with skills, perspectives and experiences that complement each other at work. We welcome suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, socio-cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
