Medical Laboratory Technician - Tissue Pathology & Diagnostic Oncology

NSW Health Pathology; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A public laboratory in New South Wales is seeking a Technical Officer to join their team at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. The ideal candidate will have a Diploma in Laboratory Technology and experience in pathology services. Responsibilities include working with various tissue types, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring high-quality results. This role offers generous salary packaging options and the chance to develop quality management practices.

Benefits

Accrued Days Off

Generous salary packaging options

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge in pathology services delivery.
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment.
• Commitment to quality management and improvement.

Responsibilities

• Work with diverse tissue types and histological testing methods.
• Collaborate with scientists, technicians, and medical staff.
• Ensure high-quality pathology results are delivered.

Skills

Knowledge of Laboratory Information Systems

Interpersonal skills

Written communication skills

Ability to manage priorities

Education

Diploma in Laboratory Technology

Job description

About the opportunity

Are you interested in working with one of the largest public Anatomical Pathology laboratories in the state? The Department of Tissue Pathology and Diagnostic Oncology at RPA are looking for a Technical Officer to join their team.

You will be exposed to a diverse range of tissue types and methods of histological testing including specimen dissection and special stains. The successful applicant will be joining a team of scientists and technicians, working together with administrative and medical staff, to ensure the delivery of high-quality pathology results to patients and clinicians.

Located at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Campus in Camperdown, Sydney. Our laboratory is conveniently located near three train stations and multiple bus stops. Staff enjoy easy access to many local cafes and entertainment facilities.

What we can offer you

• Accrued Days Off in addition to Annual Leave
• Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits
• 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
• Commitment to the principles of quality management and continuous quality improvement and to identify, develop and implement quality and service improvement activities