Pathology Lab Technician — Growth & 12 Extra Days Off

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 71,000 - 103,000; Full time

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Job summary

NSW Health Pathology Canterbury Hospital is seeking an enthusiastic Medical Laboratory Technician for a temporary full-time role. You will perform a broad range of laboratory tests, participate in quality assurance activities, and support clinicians with a patient-focused pathology service in a busy hospital environment.

The role requires a Diploma in Laboratory Technology or equivalent, experience with LIS and quality systems, and the ability to manage priorities while working both autonomously

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

Diploma in Laboratory Technology

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Patient Systems

Quality Systems

Job description

NSW Health Pathology Canterbury Hospital is seeking an enthusiastic Medical Laboratory Technician for a temporary full-time role. You will perform a broad range of laboratory tests, participate in quality assurance activities, and support clinicians with a patient-focused pathology service in a busy hospital environment.

The role requires a Diploma in Laboratory Technology or equivalent, experience with LIS and quality systems, and the ability to manage priorities while working both autonomously