Medical Laboratory Technician

NSW Health Pathology; Taree; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

In-house training

Gym discounts & EAP

Job summary

NSW Health Pathology at Manning Hospital in NSW is seeking a qualified Medical Laboratory Technician to join the regional team. This casual position involves working across disciplines including Haematology, Biochemistry, Transfusion and Microbiology to support patient care.

You will perform routine and urgent tests, operate manual and automated instruments, and contribute to quality systems and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Laboratory Technology or equivalent qualification.
• Experience delivering pathology services and using LIS/Patient Systems and Quality Systems.
• Ability to manage competing priorities to meet deadlines.
• Team environment experience with autonomous delivery of results.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Problem solving

Prioritisation

Education

Diploma in Laboratory Technology or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Patient Information Systems

Quality Systems

Job description

Employment Type: Casual

Position Classification: Technical Officer Grade 1/2

Remuneration: $35.98 - $51.82 per hour plus superannuation

Requisition ID: REQ685312

Location: Manning Hospital

Applications Close: 6 September 2026 - 11:59pm

About The Opportunity

Are you a skilled and motivated Medical Laboratory Technician looking for variety, professional growth and a great lifestyle? NSWHP Taree are seeking a qualified Medical Laboratory Technician who enjoys working as part of a team, values patient care and is keen to embrace the variety that regional pathology offers. Where science meets care, join our multidisciplinary pathology team based at Manning Base Hospital. Your role will involve routine and urgent diagnostic testing working across a broad range of disciplines including, Haematology, Biochemistry, Transfusion and Microbiology and making a direct contribution to patient care within the local community. The busy NSWHP Taree laboratory is located within Manning Hospital a 160 bed acute care general hospital servicing the entire Barrington Coast region. Enjoy a rewarding career in a welcoming regional community, with affordable housing, excellent schools, beautiful beaches, rivers and National Parks and relaxed coastal lifestyle right on your doorstep. Working in a small regional centre is more than just a job you are joining a community.

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
• 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

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 Debbie Monck on [e-mail]

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