Pathology Collector Reliever

Healius; Whittlesea; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flare Benefits discounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Health insurance discounts

Discounted childcare services

Job summary

Healius, a leading Australian healthcare provider, seeks a Pathology Collector Reliever to support multiple clinics across the Whittlesea area. The role requires traveling between collection centres and hospital sites to collect specimens and perform diagnostic tasks while ensuring high-quality patient care.

The position is a full-time reliever with a 6-week paid training period. A valid driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle are required, and the role may involve varying schedules

Qualifications

• Experience in pathology collection or healthcare related roles preferred.
• Certificate III in Pathology Collection preferred.
• Strong communication and patient care skills.
• Ability to travel between collection centres and hospitals.

Responsibilities

• Travel between collection centres and hospitals to provide collection services.
• Welcome patients and manage waiting areas with professionalism.
• Perform venepuncture and collect pathology specimens.
• Conduct diagnostic tests as required (ECGs, BP, Holter).
• Maintain accurate patient records and specimen logs.
• Prepare and package specimens for transport to laboratories.
• Adapt to different teams, locations and workflows while maintaining care standards.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and well-supplied collection environment.

Skills

Pathology collection

Customer service

Strong communication

Teamwork

Travel flexibility

Education

Certificate III in Pathology Collection

Job description

Location: To cover clinics in Whittlesea,Nilumbik and Manningham City Council

Job Type: Perm FT 38 hours per week

Schedule: Monday to Friday 7.6 hours per day (hours vary between 7am to 6pm)

As a reliever your schedule may not be known in advance and can change with late notice.

Join one of Australia's leading healthcare companies, committed to supporting quality, affordable and accessible healthcare for all Australians.

Every pathology sample collected helps us deliver high-quality diagnostic services that help clinicians make informed decisions and support better health outcomes. Whether you're an experienced Pathology Collector or eager to pursue pathology collection as a career, this is a rewarding role where you can make a positive impact supporting patients across your local community.

Due to the nature of this position, a valid unrestricted driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle are required.

About The Role

A Pathology Collector plays an important role in a patient's healthcare journey. As a frontline representative of the organisation, you'll interact directly with patients to take blood samples, collect other pathology specimens and perform diagnostic tests. As a Reliever, you'll work across multiple collection centres and hospitals within a designated area, supporting teams during planned and unplanned absences while ensuring patients continue to receive a high-quality service.

Key responsibilities:

• Travel between collection centres and hospitals within a designated area to provide collection services
• Welcome patients, provide waiting room management and explain collection procedures with care and professionalism
• Perform venepuncture procedures (taking blood samples directly from patients) and collect other pathology specimens
• Conduct diagnostic tests such as ECGs, blood pressure monitoring and Holter monitoring as required
• Maintain accurate patient records and registers of specimens collected
• Prepare, pre-sort and package specimens ready for transport to laboratories
• Adapt quickly to different teams, locations and workflows while maintaining a consistent standard of patient care
• Maintain collection supplies and a safe, clean and professional environment

About You

• Previous pathology collection experience (highly regarded), or a background in healthcare, aged care, disability support, nursing or customer service
• Certificate III in Pathology Collection (preferred)
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build trust and rapport with patients
• The ability to work independently, manage priorities and adapt to different environments
• A willingness to learn, adapt and contribute as part of a team environment
• A valid unrestricted driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle
• Ability and willingness to travel between multiple locations
• A valid Working With Children Check (WWCC), or willingness to obtain one prior to commencing employment
• Ability to provide evidence of immunisation requirements, including Hepatitis B
• Live within, or a reasonable distance from, the designated area this position covers

This role requires completion of a 6-week paid training program designed to build the skills and knowledge needed to succeed as a Pathology Collector. Training requires full-time availability for the first 2 weeks, followed by a minimum of 25 hours per week for the remaining 4 weeks. Training is delivered internally by Healius as part of your onboarding and may be accelerated based on previous experience.

About Us

Dorevitch Pathology is a leading pathology and diagnostic services provider and part of the broader Healius Pathology Network. Healius operates more than 80 medical laboratories and approximately 2,000 patient collection centres across metropolitan, regional and remote communities throughout Australia, processing approximately one in four Medicare-funded pathology tests in Australia each year.

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Benefits, Perks and Wellbeing

We offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, lifestyle and career, including:

• Access to retailer discounts and perks through Flare Benefits
• Health and financial benefits, including access to Fitness Passport, corporate health insurance discounts, banking benefits, novated leasing and salary packaging options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free and confidential wellbeing support
• Discounted childcare and babysitting services through Kiddo
• Access to online learning courses to support your career growth and development

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Healius is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, inclusive and merit-based recruitment practices. All applicants are assessed equitably based on their ability to meet the requirements of the role.

Healius is part of the Commonwealth Government's Veteran Employment Commitment (VEC) and has been recognised as a Veteran Employment Supporter. We encourage applications from veterans and those with Australian Defence Force (ADF) experience.

To learn more about us and find more job opportunities, visit careers.healius.com.au and follow us on LinkedIn.