Medical Laboratory Technician

NSW Health Pathology; Sydney; On-site; AUD 71,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Extra days off (12 per year)

Learning and development

Gym discounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

NSW Health Pathology is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented full-time Medical Laboratory Technician to join our collaborative team at Mt Druitt Pathology on a 24/7 rotating roster.

Based at Mt Druitt Pathology, you will work across Haematology, Clinical Chemistry and Blood Bank, performing laboratory investigations and maintaining equipment. This role offers professional growth and NSW Health benefits.

Qualifications

• Medical Laboratory Technician role in a 24/7 rotating roster.
• Experience with manual and automated laboratory investigations and tests.
• Ability to work across Haematology, Clinical Chemistry and Blood Bank teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform a range of laboratory investigations and tests (manual and automated) using established methods and procedures.
• Undertake other laboratory duties including preparation of materials and equipment maintenance in line with laboratory processes.

Job description

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to January 2028 with potential for ongoing employment

Position Classification: Technical Officer Grade 1/2

Remuneration: $71,338.54 - $102,751.61 per annum plus superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ690008

Location: Mount Druitt Hospital

Applications Close: 15 September 2026 - 11:59pm

About The Opportunity

NSW Health Pathology are currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented full-time Medical Laboratory Technician to join our collaborative and supportive team on a 24/7 rotating roster. The role will be based at Mt Druitt Pathology, working within the multidisciplinary team across Haematology, Clinical Chemistry, and Blood Bank. This is an excellent opportunity for professional growth, with access to a wide range of NSW Health benefits.

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
• 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.

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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.

For role related queries or questions contact Nomusa Moyo on [e-mail]

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