Medical Laboratory Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Training and development (RTO MyHealth

Gym discounts & EAP for staff & family

Job summary

NSW Health Pathology is seeking a Casual Medical Laboratory Assistant to support pathology services across Tumut, Cootamundra and Young. The role offers flexible casual hours and exposure to multiple community hospitals, contributing to essential diagnostic testing in regional NSW.

The position involves pre-analytical duties, specimen handling, and registration tasks, with a supportive team and opportunities for professional growth in a regional health setting.

Qualifications

• Performs pre-analytical duties including pathology collections, receiving and triaging specimens, patient registration and request entry.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Job description

Employment Type: Casual

Position Classification: Technical Assistant Grade 2

Remuneration: $33.76 - $35.05 per hour plus superannuation

Requisition ID: REQ690334

Location: Tumut District Hospital, Cootamundra Health Service, Young District Hospital

Applications Close: 23 September 2026 - 11:59pm

About The Opportunity

Join NSW Health Pathology as a Casual Medical Laboratory Assistant and enjoy the opportunity to work across the welcoming regional communities of Tumut, Cootamundra and Young. Surrounded by picturesque countryside, vibrant local culture and a strong sense of community, this role offers a unique chance to support essential healthcare services while experiencing the lifestyle benefits of regional New South Wales.

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.

What We Can Offer You

• Financial Benefits - Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits
• 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.
• This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.

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