Medical Laboratory Assistant - Pathology Collector/Phlebotomist

NSW Health Pathology; Central Coast; Presencial; AUD 47.000 - 48.000; Jornada completa

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Salary packaging options

Flexible benefits

Descripción de la vacante

NSW Health Pathology invites applications for Pathology Collectors across South Western Sydney Local Health District. Join a busy public pathology service, performing venepuncture and specimen handling in hospital and community settings to support patient care.

You will work with a supportive team, receive learning opportunities, salary packaging options, and flexible benefits. A Certificate III in Pathology Collections and a NSW C-Class licence are required.

Formación

• Certificate III in Pathology Collections or equivalent.
• Experience in venepuncture or ability to learn clinical environment.
• Excellent customer service and communication with patients and staff.
• Proven data entry accuracy and computer skills.

Responsabilidades

• Perform venepuncture and specimen collection across settings.
• Enter data and ensure timely processing and delivery to sites.
• Support referrers and consumers with high-quality service.
• Maintain specimen viability and transport as required.

Conocimientos

Venepuncture

Data entry

Customer service

Problem solving

Computer skills

Educación

Certificate III in Pathology Collections

Descripción del empleo

Employment Type: Various Position Classification: Technical Assistant Grade 2 Remuneration: $33.76 - $35.05 per hour + superannuation Requisition ID: REQ704293 Location: Liverpool Hospital, Bankstown Hospital, Camden Hospital, Campbelltown Hospital, and Fairfield Hospital Applications Close: 15 November 2026 - 11:59pm

About the opportunity

Want to become a vital part of patient care across South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD)? NSW Health Pathology are seeking Pathology Collectors to join the team! If you enjoy meeting people, working in a fast-paced healthcare environment, and making a real difference every day, this could be the perfect role for you. No two days are the same. From community collection centres and hospitals to supporting patients of all ages and backgrounds, you'll be at the heart of delivering exceptional healthcare. You'll work alongside a supportive and experienced team, build meaningful connections with patients, and develop valuable skills in one of Australia's leading public pathology services. Whether you're an experienced collector or looking to grow your healthcare career, NSW Health Pathology offers ongoing learning opportunities, flexibility, and the chance to contribute to better health outcomes across South Western Sydney. Bring your compassion, professionalism, and passion for helping others, and we'll provide the opportunity to thrive. Make a difference where it matters most and join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality diagnostic services for the people of NSW.

What you'll be doing

Contribute to a customer-focused pathology collection service across inpatient, outpatient and home care settings. Provide a high-quality healthcare service to all referrers and consumers. Perform venepuncture and other duties pertaining to specimen collection, data entry, processing, and delivery into sites for pathology investigations as required.

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.

Qualifications and Experience

• Certificate III in Pathology Collections and/or previous experience in venepuncture or a demonstrated ability to learn all aspects of the clinical environment relevant to the Department.
• Demonstrated customer service experience and skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers, and clinical staff in an environment transferrable to this role.
• Demonstrated problem solving and trouble shooting skills, with the ability to resolve general issues within the clinical environment including specimen preparation and transport ensuring viability of the specimens.
• Familiarity with pathology terminology and requirements and the willingness to learn a broad scope of collection, data entry and specimen preparation practices including paediatric and neonate blood collections.
• Must be willing to participate in shift type work including weekend work as required and travel to any site or location within the operational area as requested.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a demanding professional team environment where there are competing priorities and strict deadlines.
• Proficient computer skills including high attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Current NSW C‐Class driver’s licence (P1 or P2 accepted) is required. Interstate C‐Class licence holders must obtain an NSW C‐Class licence within three months of appointment. Learner licences are not accepted.

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.

For role related queries or questions contact Satinder Gill on [e-mail]