Medical Laboratory Assistant

NSW Health; Glen Innes; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rural incentive up to $5,000 per year

Salary packaging options

Up to 12 extra days off per year

Training (My Health Learning)

Job summary

NSW Health Pathology at Glen Innes Hospital is seeking Technical Assistant Grade 2 for blood collection duties. The role involves venepuncture, data entry, and specimen preparation with flexible hours to suit part-time or full-time arrangements.

Based in the Glen Innes District Hospital Collection Centre, responsibilities include handling specimens, coordinating with lab teams, and traveling to required sites. Shift work, weekends, and a NSW C-Class licence are required.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Pathology Collections and/or experience in venepuncture.
• Customer service experience and communication with patients, carers and staff.
• Ability to learn and perform pathology collection, data entry and specimen handling.
• Willingness to participate in shift work including weekends and travel to sites.
• Current NSW C-Class driver’s licence (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Perform venepuncture and specimen collection.
• Enter patient and test information into the laboratory system.
• Prepare pathology specimens for transport to NSW Health Pathology labs.
• Assist the laboratory team and support collection activities across sites.

Skills

Venepuncture

Customer service

Problem solving

Data entry

Pathology terminology

Paediatric collections

Shift work

NSW C-Class licence

Education

Certificate III in Pathology Collections

Tools

Laboratory information system

Job description

Employment Type:Various
Position Classification:Technical Assistant Grade 2
Remuneration:$33.76 - $35.05 per hour plus superannuation
Requisition ID:REQ705231
Location: Glen Innes District Hospital
Applications Close: 18 November 2026 - 11:59pm

About the opportunity

A great opportunity has arisen at our Glen Innes Laboratory and Collection Centre at Glen Innes Hospital!

We have a number of Technical assistant (Blood Collector) positions available with hours and shifts that will suit either experienced collectors or people with no experience at all. This role offers great flexibility and could be ideal for those balancing work with family or caring responsibilities. Current operating hours are 7:00am to 4:00pm, Monday to Friday, with shorter shifts available to suit those looking for less than full-time hours.

This role will be based in the Glen Innes Hospital Collection Rooms, conveniently located alongside the Pathology Laboratory. Working closely with the laboratory team, you’ll collect blood samples, enter patient and test information into the laboratory system, and prepare pathology specimens for transport to larger laboratories across the NSW Health Pathology network. It’s a varied, hands‑on role where you’ll provide an important service to both Glen Innes Hospital and the wider local community.

What you’ll be doing

Contribute to a customer-focused pathology collection service across inpatient, outpatient and home care settings. Provide a high-quality healthcare service to all referrers and consumers. Perform venepuncture and other duties pertaining to specimen collection, data entry, processing, and delivery into sites for pathology investigations as required.

What we can offer you

Financial Benefits - Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme allowance of up to $5,000 plus super per annum in addition to award entitlements, and 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 and/or previous experience in venepuncture or a demonstrated ability to learn all aspects of the clinical environment relevant to the Department.
• Demonstrated customer service experience and skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers, and clinical staff in an environment transferrable to this role.
• Demonstrated problem solving and trouble shooting skills, with the ability to resolve general issues within the clinical environment including specimen preparation and transport ensuring viability of the specimens.
• Familiarity with pathology terminology and requirements and the willingness to learn a broad scope of collection, data entry and specimen preparation practices including paediatric and neonate blood collections.
• Must be willing to participate in shift type work including weekend work as required and travel to any site or location within the operational area as requested.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a demanding professional team environment where there are competing priorities and strict deadlines.
• Proficient computer skills including high attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Current NSW C‑Class driver’s licence (P1 or P2 accepted) is required. Interstate C‑Class licence holders must obtain an NSW C‑Class licence within three months of appointment. Learner licences are not accepted. Alternatively, applicants must have the capacity to travel to any site for a shift 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.

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• This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.