Biochemistry Lab Technician — Hands-on Training & Growth

Healius; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee wellbeing program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted childcare

Career development pathways

Health and financial benefits

Job summary

Healius is seeking a Laboratory Technician in Melbourne to join our diagnostic teams. You will perform routine testing, manage specimens, and help maintain quality across the laboratory while working within a supportive, collaborative environment.

The role offers structured training, opportunities to develop your technical capability, and exposure to a broad range of diagnostic procedures in a leading healthcare network.

Qualifications

• Experience in a laboratory environment is preferred.
• Knowledge of quality assurance systems and lab procedures.
• Ability to perform routine diagnostic testing under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine diagnostic testing and laboratory procedures using a range of techniques under scientific supervision.
• Prepare samples and assist with tissue preparation and other laboratory processes as required.
• Conduct quality control testing for assays, reviewing and documenting results in line with laboratory procedures.
• Perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting of laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Accurately complete documentation, including maintenance records, quality logs and incident reports.
• Identify and escalate equipment faults, process issues or quality concerns.
• Participate in internal and external quality assurance programs.
• Contribute to workflow improvements and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain stock levels and assist with inventory management where required.
• Support specimen reception activities as needed, including handling and processing samples.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Quality and safety

Education

Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques

Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Pathology)

Equivalent qualification

Job description

Healius is seeking a Laboratory Technician in Melbourne to join our diagnostic teams. You will perform routine testing, manage specimens, and help maintain quality across the laboratory while working within a supportive, collaborative environment.

The role offers structured training, opportunities to develop your technical capability, and exposure to a broad range of diagnostic procedures in a leading healthcare network.