Medical Laboratory Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Fringe benefits

Gym discounts

EAP

Job summary

NSW Health Pathology is seeking motivated Medical Laboratory Assistants to join the Specimen Reception Departments across South Western Sydney. You will be responsible for receipt, triage, patient registration and entry of requests, and for processing and preparing specimens for transport to laboratories.

The role operates 24/7 on a rotating roster, with training and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Motivated and detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Assistants.

Responsibilities

• Receive and triage specimens, register patients and enter requests.
• Process specimens and prepare for transport to laboratories.
• Work in a 24/7 rotating roster within Specimen Reception.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Customer service

Job description

Employment Type: Various

Position Classification: Technical Assistant Grade 2

Remuneration: $33.76 - $35.05 per hour + Superannuation

Requisition ID: REQ702176

Locations: Liverpool Hospital, Bankstown Hospital, Fairfield Hospital, and Campbelltown Hospital

Applications Close: 3 November 2026 - 11:59pm

Successful candidates will be invited to attend an in-person interview at Liverpool Hospital which will be held on Monday 16th November 2026.

About The Opportunity

Join NSW Health Pathology, Australia’s largest public pathology and forensic science service, and play a vital role in supporting patient care across South Western Sydney. We are seeking motivated and detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Assistants to join our Specimen Reception Departments and be part of a fast-paced, collaborative environment where accuracy, efficiency, and customer service are highly valued. Working alongside experienced laboratory professionals, you will be responsible for the receipt, processing, and preparation of pathology specimens, helping to ensure timely and reliable diagnostic testing for our communities.

The Specimen Reception services operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with successful applicants participating in a rotating roster. This recruitment is being conducted to establish an eligibility list for upcoming permanent and temporary, full-time and part-time opportunities across multiple South Western Sydney locations. Please indicate your preferred employment type and work locations within the application questionnaire.

Whether you are looking to commence your career in healthcare or further develop your pathology experience, this is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team, build valuable skills, and contribute to an organisation that makes a meaningful difference to the health outcomes of patients every day!

What You'll 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.

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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.
• An eligibility list may be created for similar vacancies in the future.
• We encourage applicants to submit responses that reflect their own experiences and perspectives.

To learn more about NSWHP please visit “Life at NSW Health Pathology” or connect with us on LinkedIn!