Laboratory Assistant — Pathology Support & Specimen Handling

Healius; Queensland; Hybrid; AUD 42,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flare Benefits

Fitness Passport

Health & financial benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Childcare support

Career development

Job summary

Healius is hiring a Laboratory Assistant to join the pathology team in Australia. You will process specimens, perform data entry and ensure accurate registration and dispatch to core laboratories. The role supports turnaround times and reliable diagnostic results in a busy laboratory environment.

Ideal candidates may have prior lab exposure or healthcare experience, with a focus on accuracy, time management and following structured procedures. Immunisation evidence is required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a laboratory is desirable but not essential.
• Certificate in pathology and/or a certificate or diploma in laboratory skills/techniques (or equivalent) is desirable but not essential.
• Background in healthcare, data entry or roles requiring high levels of accuracy and attention to detail is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Receive, check and process specimens with a high level of accuracy.
• Complete data entry and registration of specimens into laboratory systems.
• Prepare and dispatch specimens to core laboratories within required timeframes.
• Manage enquiries via phone and shared mailboxes, escalating where required.
• Coordinate urgent specimen handling and courier collections.
• Maintain laboratory records, storage and filing processes.
• Participate in routine quality activities and follow laboratory procedures.
• Ensure compliance with WHS policies and maintain a safe working environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Certificate in pathology

Diploma in laboratory skills/techniques

Job description

Healius is hiring a Laboratory Assistant to join the pathology team in Australia. You will process specimens, perform data entry and ensure accurate registration and dispatch to core laboratories. The role supports turnaround times and reliable diagnostic results in a busy laboratory environment.

Ideal candidates may have prior lab exposure or healthcare experience, with a focus on accuracy, time management and following structured procedures. Immunisation evidence is required.