Pathology Lab Assistant — Accurate, Detail‑Oriented Support

Dorevitch Pathology; Wangaratta; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

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Job summary

Healius is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to support pathology specimen processing at our Wangaratta site. You will register, handle and dispatch specimens, ensuring accurate data entry and timely delivery to core laboratories.

The role offers structured training, a collaborative team, and exposure to quality practices in a busy clinical setting. The ideal candidate has a background in healthcare or laboratory environments, with certificates in pathology or lab skills and strong attention to

Qualifications

• Previous exposure to a laboratory or healthcare environment is advantageous.
• A certificate in pathology and/or a certificate/diploma in laboratory skills/techniques is desirable.
• Experience in data entry or roles requiring high accuracy is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Receive, check and process specimens with high accuracy.
• Register specimens into laboratory systems and perform data entry.
• Prepare and dispatch specimens to core laboratories within required timeframes.
• Manage enquiries via phone and shared mailboxes and escalate when needed.
• Coordinate urgent specimen handling and courier collections.
• Maintain laboratory records, storage and filing processes.
• Participate in routine quality activities and follow procedures.
• Adhere to WHS policies and maintain a safe working environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Effective communication

Time management

Procedural compliance

Calm under pressure

Education

Certificate in pathology

Certificate/diploma in laboratory skills/techniques

Job description

Healius is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to support pathology specimen processing at our Wangaratta site. You will register, handle and dispatch specimens, ensuring accurate data entry and timely delivery to core laboratories.

The role offers structured training, a collaborative team, and exposure to quality practices in a busy clinical setting. The ideal candidate has a background in healthcare or laboratory environments, with certificates in pathology or lab skills and strong attention to