Medical Laboratory Assistant – Pathology Specimen Reception/Data Entry

NSW Health Pathology; Blacktown; On-site; AUD 67,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Gym discounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

NSW Health Pathology invites applications for a Permanent Full Time Medical Laboratory Assistant across Blacktown Hospital, Auburn District Hospital and Mount Druitt Hospital. You will support timely specimen processing and contribute to accurate patient diagnosis in a fast-paced, supportive team.

This role offers learning from experienced professionals, opportunities for growth, and salary packaging. It involves 38 hours per week with a rotating roster and benefits under NSW Health Pathology.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Pathology Collections, or Pathology Assistance, or pathology experience.
• Ability to manage tasks in a demanding environment with competing priorities.
• Effective communication with colleagues and customers.
• Problem solving and analytical skills with data accuracy.
• Willingness to operate pre-analytical equipment.
• Proficient computer skills with high attention to detail.
• Understanding of confidentiality and handling of sensitive information.
• Willingness to rotate a 24/7 shift roster and travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform pathology specimen reception duties including receiving, triaging, patient registration, and request entry.
• Prepare specimens for transport or delivery to laboratories for timely diagnostic testing.

Skills

Communication skills

Data entry accuracy

Confidentiality awareness

Problem solving

Education

Certificate III in Pathology Collections or Pathology Assistance

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Technical Assistant Grade 2

Remuneration: $66,939.37 - $69,503.42 per annum + Superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ691746

Location: Blacktown Hospital, Auburn District Hospital, Mount Druitt

Applications Close: 21 September 2026 - 11:59pm

About The Opportunity

Start your pathology career with one of Australia's leading healthcare organisations. NSW Health Pathology is seeking a Permanent Full Time Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our team, with opportunities to work across Blacktown Hospital, Auburn District Hospital and Mount Druitt Hospital. This is a fantastic entry point into the world of pathology, where you'll play an important role in supporting the timely and accurate processing of specimens that contribute to patient diagnosis and treatment every day.

If you're enthusiastic, organised and looking to build a rewarding career in healthcare, this is an opportunity to learn from experienced professionals in a fast-paced and supportive environment. Working as part of a collaborative team, you'll develop valuable skills, gain exposure to the pathology industry and enjoy genuine opportunities for professional growth within NSW Health Pathology. Join a service that makes a real difference to patients and communities while taking the next step in your career journey.

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
• 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, or Pathology Assistance and/or previous experience a pathology setting or a demonstrated ability to learn all aspects of the pre analytical environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage tasks in a demanding environment where there are competing priorities and time constraints.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and customers, internal and external.
• Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills combined with the ability to investigate and resolve general issues.
• Willingness to operate and maintain pre analytical equipment as required.
• Proficient computer skills including high attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Demonstrated understanding of confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive information in a laboratory setting, following relevant legislation, policies, and requirements.
• Willingness to participate in a 24/7 rotating shift roster, including weekends, public holidays, and night shifts, and the ability to travel to any site or location within the operational area 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.

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