Medical Laboratory Assistant - Anatomical Pathology

NSW Health; Kingswood; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

NSW Health Pathology at Nepean Hospital is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join the Anatomical Pathology Department on a permanent part-time basis. This role supports processing and handling of specimens underpinning diagnostic decisions, in a service that values collaboration and continuous learning.

You will perform reception duties, specimen processing and preparation for transport to laboratories, contributing to timely and accurate testing while working 20 hours per week and

Responsibilities

• Receive and triage pathology specimens; register patients and enter requests.
• Process specimens and prepare for transport to laboratories for timely testing.

Job description

Medical Laboratory Assistant - Anatomical Pathology

Employment Type:PermanentPart Time
Position Classification:Technical Assistant Grade 2
Remuneration:$33.76 - $35.05 per hour + superannuation
Hours Per Week:20
Requisition ID:REQ691859
Location: Nepean Hospital
Applications Close: 28 September 2026 - 11:59pm

About the opportunity
Shape the future of patient care with NSW Health Pathology. We are seeking a dedicated Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our Anatomical Pathology Department at Nepean Hospital. This permanent part-time opportunity offers the chance to work within a highly respected pathology service, supporting the processing and handling of specimens that underpin critical diagnostic decisions. Join a team that values excellence, collaboration, continuous learning, and a commitment to improving health outcomes for the communities we serve.

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

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

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