Medical Laboratory Technician

NSW Health; Campbelltown; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 72,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Additional 12 days off per year

Learning and development opportunities

Fitness Passport gym discounts

Job summary

NSW Health Pathology is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician at Campbelltown Hospital to join a newly redeveloped laboratory. The role spans Transfusion Services, Haematology, Morphology, Chemistry and Point of Care Testing, contributing to high-quality patient care with every sample processed.

The successful candidate will perform routine and automated tests, manage materials and maintain equipment, and work across multiple disciplines within a modern lab, on a 24/7 rotating roster.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification of Diploma in Laboratory Technology or an equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution with subjects relevant to pathology or medical laboratory operations
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the delivery of pathology services across a discipline relevant to the department
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a multi-disciplinary lab
• Experience with Laboratory Information Systems, Patient Systems and Quality Systems
• Willingness to work a 24/7 rotating roster including weekends, nights and on-call

Responsibilities

• Perform a range of laboratory investigations and tests (manual and automated) following established methods
• Undertake duties including preparation of materials and equipment maintenance according to laboratory processes
• Support timely and accurate pathology services across Transfusion, Haematology, Morphology, Chemistry and Urine Microscopy

Skills

Time management

Teamwork

Communication skills

Initiative

Problem solving

Quality improvement

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Ability to work 24/7 rotating rosters

Education

Diploma in Laboratory Technology or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Patient Systems

Quality Systems

Job description

Employment Type:PermanentPart Time
Position Classification:Technical Officer Grade 1/2
Remuneration:$35.98 - $51.82 per hour plus superannuation
Hours Per Week:20
Requisition ID:REQ696481
Location: Campbelltown Hospital
Applications Close: 11 October 2026 - 11:59pm

About the opportunity

Looking for a laboratory role that keeps every day interesting? Join NSW Health Pathology as a Medical Laboratory Technician at Campbelltown Hospital's newly redeveloped laboratory and take your skills across a wide range of pathology disciplines. Working in a multidisciplinary environment, you'll be involved in performing routine diagnostic and technical procedures across Transfusion Services, Haematology, Morphology, Chemistry, Point of Care Testing, and Urine Microscopy, making a real contribution to patient care with every sample you process.
If you're known for your initiative, strong time management skills, and ability to work across multiple areas, you'll love being part of a supportive team committed to delivering high-quality pathology services. Expand your expertise, challenge yourself every day, and build valuable experience across the full spectrum of pathology in a modern, state-of-the-art laboratory.

What you'll be doing

Perform a range of laboratory investigations and tests (manual and automated) and technical tasks by applying established methods and procedures, as directed. Undertake other laboratory duties including preparation of materials and the maintenance of equipment in line with established laboratory processes, procedures and protocols.

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.

• Minimum qualification of Diploma in Laboratory Technology or an equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution with subjects relevant to pathology or medical laboratory operations
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the delivery of pathology services within a discipline relevant to the department, including use of Laboratory Information Systems, Patient Systems and Quality Systems
• Ability to work in a responsible and efficient manner and to manage competing priorities to meet deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment whilst working autonomously to deliver results within specified timeframes set to meet client expectations
• Customer focused approach displaying well-developed interpersonal skills and good oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with customers and patients as well as clinical laboratory staff
• Display initiative, problem solving and analytical skills including an ability to apply established principles in a pathology laboratory and investigate and resolve general and complex issues within the laboratory environment
• Commitment to the principles of quality management and continuous quality improvement and to identify, develop and implement quality and service improvement activities
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary laboratory including Haematology, Chemistry & Transfusion with a willingness to work a 24/7 rotating rosters which included weekends, overnight and oncall.

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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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