Medical Laboratory Technician - Haematology

NSW Health Pathology; Sydney; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 71,000; Part time

Job summary

NSW Health Pathology at St George Hospital is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician in Haematology. You will contribute to complex haematology and oncology work, support referrals, and participate in quality and service delivery across NSW.

This permanent part-time position supports essential pathology services for the Southern Sydney community. Join a dedicated team, work with automated and manual testing, and engage in ongoing learning through in-house training.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Laboratory Technology or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience delivering pathology services.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in a team and autonomously.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication with customers and staff.
• Initiative, problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Commitment to quality management and continual improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform a range of manual and automated laboratory investigations and tests.
• Prepare materials and maintain equipment per procedures.
• Apply established laboratory methods and protocols.
• Manage other duties in line with established processes and safety standards.

Skills

Laboratory information systems

Quality systems

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Diploma in Laboratory Technology

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Quality Systems

Job description

Medical Laboratory Technician - Haematology

Employment Type:PermanentPart Time
Position Classification:Technical Officer Grade 1/2
Remuneration: $35.98 - $51.82 per hour + superannuation
Hours Per Week:24
Requisition ID:REQ703318
Location:St George Hospital
Applications Close:15 November 2026 - 11:59pm

About the opportunity

Are you ready to be part of a dedicated team delivering essential pathology services to communities across Southern Sydney? NSW Health Pathology are looking for a Medical Laboratory Technician to join our Haematology team at St George Hospital. In this role, you'll play a vital part in supporting complex haematology and oncology cases within the South Eastern Sydney Local Health District, as well as handling referrals from public and private pathology laboratories across NSW. At NSW Health Pathology, you’ll be contributing to better health and justice outcomes, every single day.

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

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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

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