Medical Laboratory Assistant

NSW Health Pathology; Kempsey Shire Council; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading health organization is seeking a Technical Assistant Grade 2 in Kempsey. Join a dedicated team providing quality patient care in a permanent part-time role. Responsibilities include pathology collections, specimen processing, and customer communication. Candidates should have a Certificate III in Pathology and solid problem-solving skills. This role offers competitive pay and benefits including generous salary packaging and development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous salary packaging

Corporate wellbeing programs

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Pathology or related field required.
• Ability to manage tasks in a demanding environment.
• Effective communication with colleagues and customers.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to high-quality pathology service.
• Perform pre-analytical duties including collections and processing.
• Ensure timely and accurate diagnostic testing.

Skills

Pathology Collections

Communication skills

Problem solving

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality understanding

Education

Certificate III in Pathology

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time

Position Classification: Technical Assistant Grade 2

Remuneration: $32.46 - $33.71 per hour plus superannuation

Hours Per Week: 30

Requisition ID: REQ621069

Location: Kempsey District Hospital

Applications Close: 01 December 2025 - 11:59pm

About The Opportunity

This position is based on the Mid North Coast of NSW close to beaches and the mountains. While based at Kempsey hospital there are opportunities to work at Wauchope and Macksville Hospitals as well. Join a team of staff dedicated to patient care with opportunities for personal growth.

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

Contribute to a high-quality pathology service. Perform a range of pre analytical duties including pathology collections, 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.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Pathology, Pathology Collections or Pathology Assistance, and/or previous experience in a pathology setting or a demonstrated ability to learn all aspects of the pre analytical environment, including phlebotomy.
• 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.
• Proficient computer skills including high attention to detail and data accuracy and the ability to operate and maintain pre analytical equipment.
• 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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For role related queries or questions contact Alison Stevenson on [e-mail]

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.