Medical Laboratory Assistant - Pathology Collector/Phlebotomist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Rural Health Incentive scheme up to $5

Additional days off (up to 12)

In-house training via My Health Learn

Fitness Passport & Employee Assistance

Job summary

NSW Health Pathology Tamworth Collection Centre invites applications for a Medical Laboratory Assistant - Pathology Collector/Phlebotomist. The role involves venepuncture, specimen collection across inpatients, outpatients, and home care settings, and data entry with delivery to pathology sites.

No prior experience is required; on-the-job training is provided. You will work across a dynamic team, with opportunities for professional growth and involvement in patient-centered services within

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Pathology Collections and/or prior venepuncture experience.
• Demonstrated customer service skills with patients, carers and staff.
• Proficient data entry and computer skills for specimen handling and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Perform venepuncture and specimen collection.
• Enter data and process specimens for pathology investigations.
• Coordinate delivery to sites and maintain sample integrity.

Skills

Venepuncture

Data entry

Customer service

Computer skills

Education

Certificate III in Pathology Collections

Job description

Medical Laboratory Assistant - Pathology Collector/Phlebotomist

Employment Type:Various
Position Classification:Technical Assistant Grade 2
Remuneration:$33.76 - $35.05 per hour plus superannuation
Location: Tamworth Hospital
Applications Close: 4 November 2026 - 11:59pm

About the opportunity

Looking for a rewarding career in healthcare where you can make a real difference every day? Join the dynamic team at NSW Health Pathology Tamworth Collection Centre as a Phlebotomist/Blood Collector. No previous experience needed on the job training provided, diverse work across hospital wards, collection centres and home visits, and opportunities to grow your healthcare career, this is your chance to be part of a professional team delivering essential services to the community.

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 - Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme allowance of up to $5,000 plus super per annum in addition to award entitlements, and 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 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. Alternatively, applicants must have the capacity to travel to any site for a shift 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.

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.