Medical Laboratory Assistant

NSW Health; Cudgen; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a Technical Assistant Grade 2 for a permanent part-time position at Tweed Valley Hospital. This role involves collecting blood samples and ensuring accurate data entry, contributing directly to patient care. You will work collaboratively with a professional team that values precision and compassion. Join us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients every day.

Benefits

Generous salary packaging

Corporate wellbeing programs

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with Phlebotomy techniques in diverse environments.
• Experience in Pathology specimen triage and processing.
• Strong customer service skills in a laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood samples for diagnostic testing.
• Ensure accurate sample collection and data entry.
• Assist in creating a calm experience for patients.

Skills

Phlebotomy techniques

Customer service

Data entry skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time

Position Classification: Technical Assistant Grade 2

Remuneration: $31.21 - $32.41 per hour plus superannuation

Hours Per Week: 24

Requisition ID: REQ609184

Location: Tweed Valley Hospital

Applications Close: 12 October 2025 - 11:59pm

About The Opportunity

NSW Health Pathology currently have an opportunity for a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join the team at Tweed Valley Hospital, in a permanent part time capacity.

NSW Health Pathology is pushing the boundaries and striving to excel to make a difference in the lives of the people of NSW by delivering better access to cutting edge diagnostic Pathology.

Join a team where every sample tells a story and every role makes a difference. At our lab, phlebotomy and specimen reception are more than tasks — they’re vital links in delivering exceptional patient care. From expertly collecting blood samples and ensuring precise data entry, to creating a calm and reassuring experience for every patient, your skills matter here. Be part of a supportive, professional team that values accuracy, compassion, and collaboration. Make an impact every day — with respect, integrity, teamwork and excellence.

NSWHP - Tweed Valley Laboratory provides an opportunity for staff to truly feel part of the wider pathology team and promotes a true sense of “US” as a scientific community. The Tweed Valley Hospital is located in Northern NSW only minutes from the Gold Coast.

What We Can Offer You

• 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

What You'll Be Doing

Phlebotomist's in a hospital plays a vital role in patient care by expertly collecting blood samples for diagnostic testing. They combine precision and professionalism with compassion, helping patients feel at ease during the procedure. Working closely with doctors, nurses, and lab staff, phlebotomists ensure accurate sample collection and timely data entry, making them an essential part of the healthcare team. It’s a rewarding, people-focused role where every day offers the chance to make a meaningful difference.

Application Questions

• Describe your experience with Phlebotomy techniques, including your ability to work with a diverse range of patient demographics in both hospital and collection center environments.
• Demonstrated experience in Pathology specimen triage and processing.
• Demonstrated customer service experience and skills, preferably in a laboratory environment, including the ability to communicate effectively with customers, patients and clinical staff
• Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills combined with the ability to investigate and resolve general issues within the laboratory environment
• Excellent data entry skills including high attention to detail and data accuracy
• Awareness of legislation, policies and requirements relevant to a laboratory setting

Need more information?

• Find out more about applying for this position
• For role related queries or questions contact Owen Van Eck on [e-mail]

Regulatory and Eligibility

Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases
This is a Category A position. All Category A applicants must read and understand NSW Health Policy Directive PD2024_015 Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases. All recruits must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy. All recruits must provide evidence against specified diseases and comply with the requirements of this policy at their own cost prior to appointment.

New to NSW Health Pathology?
The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.

Working Rights

This position is a permanent position. To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa.

Talent Pool

If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time, 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.