Medical Laboratory Assistant - Pathology Collector/Phlebotomist

NSW Health; Central Coast Council; On-site; AUD 53,038,000 - 55,793,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

In-house training and career growth

Gym discounts and EAP

Job summary

NSW Health Pathology is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant/Pathology Collector to join the Central Coast Collections Services on a temporary part-time basis (22 hours per week). The role involves venipuncture, specimen collection, data entry, and delivery to pathology sites, with commitments to patient care and diagnostic support across diverse settings.

Applicants should have a Certificate III in Pathology Collections or relevant experience, strong customer service skills, and the ability

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Pathology Collections and/or previous venepuncture experience.
• Demonstrated customer service experience and skills, including ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers, and clinical staff.
• Demonstrated problem solving and troubleshooting skills in a clinical setting.
• Familiarity with pathology terminology and willingness to learn a broad scope of collection, data entry and specimen preparation practices.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Venepuncture

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Data entry

Shift work

Team environment

Driving licence

Education

Certificate III in Pathology Collections

Job description

Medical Laboratory Assistant - Pathology Collector/Phlebotomist

Employment Type:TemporaryPart Time for 12 months with potential for ongoing employment
Position Classification:Technical Assistant Grade 2
Remuneration:$33.76 - $35.05 per hour + superannuation
Hours Per Week:22
Requisition ID:REQ691667
Location: Central Coast Collections Services
Applications Close: 29 September 2026 - 11:59pm

About the opportunity
Dreaming of a career by the coast where you can make a real difference every day? NSW Health Pathology is seeking dedicated and collaborative Pathology Collectors to join our Collection Services team on the beautiful Central Coast. This Temporary Part-Time position (22 hours per week) offers the opportunity to work across a variety of collection settings, providing high-quality and compassionate care to patients while supporting vital diagnostic services throughout the region.

If you're passionate about patient care, enjoy connecting with people and thrive as part of a supportive team, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Join a service that values teamwork, professionalism and work-life balance, while building a rewarding healthcare career in one of NSW's most picturesque locations. Make the move to a role that's both meaningful and fulfilling, and help make a positive impact in your community every day.

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
• 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 and/or previous experience in venepuncture.
• 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.

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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.

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• This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian