Medical Laboratory Assistant

NSW Health Pathology; Canterbury-Bankstown; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

24/7 rotating shift roster

In-house training with My Health Learn

Job summary

NSW Health Pathology at Bankstown Hospital is seeking Medical Laboratory Assistants to join a busy 24/7 laboratory. Positions include Permanent Full-Time, Permanent Part-Time (20 hours), and Temporary Part-Time (30 hours).

You will handle specimen receipt, data entry, and support diverse laboratory activities in a fast-paced team. We value flexible, proactive individuals with strong problem-solving skills who can work independently or with colleagues.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Pathology Collections or equivalent required.
• Experience in pre-analytical laboratory environment advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to manage tasks and deadlines in a busy lab.

Responsibilities

• Receive and triage specimens and register patients.
• Enter requests and process data with high accuracy.
• Support clinical trials and point-of-care testing as required.
• Contribute to general laboratory operations in a 24/7 setting.

Skills

Data entry

Computers

Education

Certificate III in Pathology Collections

Pathology Assistant experience

Experience in pathology setting

Job description

Employment Type:Various Position Classification:Technical Assistant Grade 2 Remuneration:$33.76 - $35.05 per hour + Superannuation Requisition ID:REQ699987 Location: Bankstown Hospital Applications Close: 25 October 2026 - 11:59pm

About the opportunity

Looking for a dynamic laboratory role where variety, teamwork and career development come together? Bankstown Hospital for NSW Health Pathology is seeking motivated Medical Laboratory Assistants to join our busy 24/7 multidisciplinary laboratory in South West Sydney. We are currently recruiting across a range of opportunities, including Permanent Full-Time, Permanent Part-Time (20 hours per week) and Temporary Part-Time (30 hours per week) positions. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a service that plays a vital role in supporting patient care, while gaining exposure to a diverse range of laboratory activities in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

As a valued member of the team, you'll contribute to a broad range of responsibilities including specimen receipt, data entry, clinical trials support, point-of-care testing and general laboratory operations. We're looking for flexible, proactive individuals who enjoy problem-solving, work well both independently and as part of a team, and are committed to delivering high-quality service. If you're seeking a rewarding role with opportunities to develop your skills alongside experienced pathology professionals, Bankstown Pathology offers a supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Successful applicants will participate in a 24/7 rotating roster, including day, evening, overnight, weekend and public holiday shifts

What you will be doing

Contribute to a high-quality pathology service. Perform pathology specimen reception duties including receiving and triaging of specimens, patient registration and request entry, specimen processing and preparation for transport or delivery to laboratories for timely accurate diagnostic testing.

What we can offer you

Financial Benefits -

Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits

Work-life Balance -

Up to 12 additional days off per year in addition to Annual Leave (for full-time employees)

Professional Growth -

Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning

Health & Wellbeing

Fitness Passport gym discounts and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and families.

• Certificate III in Pathology Collections, or Pathology Assistance and/or previous experience a pathology setting or a demonstrated ability to learn all aspects of the pre analytical environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage tasks in a demanding environment where there are competing priorities and time constraints.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and customers, internal and external.
• Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills combined with the ability to investigate and resolve general issues.
• Willingness to operate and maintain pre analytical equipment as required.
• Proficient computer skills including high attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Demonstrated understanding of confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive information in a laboratory setting, following relevant legislation, policies, and requirements.
• Willingness to participate in a 24/7 rotating shift roster, including weekends, public holidays, and night shifts, and the ability to travel to any site or location within the operational area as required.

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Information for applicants

NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We value, and welcome all suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.

NSW Health Pathology is committed to providing accessibility and reasonable accommodations and ensuring our recruitment process is flexible, inclusive, and free from barriers, promoting equal opportunities for all to succeed. Please reach out if you need adjustments.

NSW Health Pathology is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce in public health. For Aboriginal candidates, support is available through the Stepping Up website

You must have valid working rights in Australia for the duration of the appointment to be eligible to apply.

All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2026_004 for more detail. The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.

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