Lab Diagnostics Technician – Pathology Support

Sa Sa Health; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 71,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Benefits

Annual Leave

Health and Fitness Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

SA Health in Adelaide is seeking a Technical Officer within the Food and Environmental Laboratory to support high-quality diagnostic laboratory services. You will undertake routine laboratory activities including specimen reception, processing samples using automated and manual techniques, preliminary evaluation and reporting of results, data processing, and maintaining supplies.

At TGO 1 level, you will work independently and as part of a team, collaborating with SA Pathology staff and external

Qualifications

• Qualified and technically capable, with a Diploma or Advanced Diploma in an approved and recognised qualification, supported by knowledge of laboratory principles, science and laboratory practice.
• Organised and reliable, with the ability to work under limited supervision, follow instructions, prioritise competing tasks and complete variable workloads accurately and within defined timeframes.
• Collaborative and service-focused, with general laboratory experience, strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and work positively within a team and with customers.
• Professional and adaptable, with good numerical, keyboard and computer skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to handle confidential information while maintaining a strong commitment to Work Health and Safety.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a range of routine laboratory activities including specimen reception, processing diagnostic samples using both automated and manual techniques, preliminary evaluation and reporting of results, data processing, specimen dispatch and maintaining laboratory supplies.
• Work closely with colleagues across SA Pathology, applying your technical knowledge, experience and skills to established practices and procedures while ensuring a high standard of accuracy, efficiency and service.
• At TGO 1 level, you will work both independently and as part of a team, using your knowledge and experience to undertake a broad range of technical activities and contribute to technical projects.
• You will collaborate with laboratory and medical staff, supervisors and external clients, communicating professionally about specimens, testing and results and providing information to authorised health professionals when required.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Diploma or Advanced Diploma in a recognised qualification

Job description

SA Health in Adelaide is seeking a Technical Officer within the Food and Environmental Laboratory to support high-quality diagnostic laboratory services. You will undertake routine laboratory activities including specimen reception, processing samples using automated and manual techniques, preliminary evaluation and reporting of results, data processing, and maintaining supplies.

At TGO 1 level, you will work independently and as part of a team, collaborating with SA Pathology staff and external