Pathology Collector & Phlebotomy Technician

NSW Health Pathology; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Up to 12 additional days off per year

In-house training – My Health Learning

Fitness Passport gym discounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

NSW Health Pathology is seeking a compassionate Medical Laboratory Assistant - Pathology Collector/Phlebotomist to join the team at John Hunter Hospital. In this frontline role, you will provide high-quality specimen collection services and ensure a positive patient experience in a busy healthcare environment.

Applicants should have excellent communication skills, a commitment to patient care, and the ability to work independently and in a team.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Pathology Collections or proven venepuncture experience.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to communicate with patients, carers and clinical staff.
• Problem solving, troubleshooting and ability to manage specimen viability and transport.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a customer-focused pathology collection service across inpatient, outpatient and home care settings.
• Perform venepuncture and other duties pertaining to specimen collection, data entry, processing, and delivery into sites for pathology investigations as required.

Skills

Venepuncture

Customer service

Data entry

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Computer skills

Education

Certificate III in Pathology Collections

Job description

NSW Health Pathology is seeking a compassionate Medical Laboratory Assistant - Pathology Collector/Phlebotomist to join the team at John Hunter Hospital. In this frontline role, you will provide high-quality specimen collection services and ensure a positive patient experience in a busy healthcare environment.

Applicants should have excellent communication skills, a commitment to patient care, and the ability to work independently and in a team.