Medical Laboratory Assistant

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 67,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Fringe benefits

Training opportunities

Gym discounts

Job summary

NSW Health Pathology is seeking a Temporary Full Time Medical Laboratory Assistant to join the Campbelltown Pathology team. Based in a modern, 24/7 multidisciplinary laboratory, you will support specimen reception and pre-analytical processes across sites in South Western Sydney.

You will work 38 hours per week with a rotating shift roster, including weekends and public holidays, and must have valid working rights in Australia for the appointment duration.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Pathology Collections or equivalent
• Experience in pathology setting or demonstrated ability to learn pre-analytical environment
• Demonstrated ability to manage tasks in a demanding, time-constrained environment

Responsibilities

• Receive and triage specimens and patient registration
• Perform specimen reception duties and prep for transport to laboratory

Skills

Time management

Communication

Problem solving

Data accuracy

Confidentiality

Education

Certificate III in Pathology Collections

Experience in pathology setting

Job description

Employment Type:TemporaryFull Time up to June 2028, with potential of ongoing employment
Position Classification:Technical Assistant Grade 2
Remuneration:$66,939.37 - $69,503.42 per annum + superannuation
Hours Per Week:38
Location: Campbelltown Pathology
Applications Close: 27 September 2026 - 11:59pm

About the opportunity

Looking for a role where no two days are the same and your work helps keep healthcare moving? Join the team at Campbelltown Pathology as a Temporary Full Time Medical Laboratory Assistant and become part of a busy, 24/7 multidisciplinary laboratory serving the growing communities of South Western Sydney. Based in a newly redeveloped, state-of-the-art laboratory, this hybrid role offers the opportunity to work across both Specimen Reception and the laboratory, supporting a wide range of services that contribute directly to patient care and clinical outcomes.

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.

• 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.

An eligibility list may be created for similar vacancies in the future.

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