Pathology Specimen Reception & Data Entry Pro

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

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Additional leave

Training opportunities

Fitness & EAP

Job summary

NSW Health Pathology is seeking motivated Medical Laboratory Assistants to join John Hunter Hospital, providing specimen reception and data entry support in a busy pathology setting.

This role offers hourly remuneration with superannuation, flexible opportunities, and access to in-house training. Successful applicants will contribute to timely diagnostic testing and patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience in pathology specimen reception and data entry.
• Ability to triage and register patients accurately.
• Comfort with processing and preparing specimens for transport.

Responsibilities

• Receive and triage specimens and register patient requests.
• Enter pathology requests and ensure accurate data entry.
• Prepare specimens for transport to the laboratory for testing.

Skills

Specimen reception

Data entry

Triaging

Patient registration

Specimen processing

Job description

Employment Type: Various

Position Classification: Technical Assistant Grade 2

Remuneration: $33.76 - $35.05 per hour plus superannuation

Requisition ID: REQ686657

Location: John Hunter Hospital

Applications Close: 1 September 2026 - 11:59pm

About The Opportunity

NSW Health Pathology is seeking motivated and reliable individuals to join our team as a Medical Laboratory Assistant - Pathology Specimen Reception/Data Entry at John Hunter Hospital. This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for future temporary and permanent opportunities. Working in a busy laboratory environment, you will provide essential support to pathology services through specimen handling, processing and other laboratory support activities, contributing to the delivery of high-quality patient care.

What You'll Be Doing

Contribute to a high-quality pathology service. Perform pathology specimen reception duties including receiving and triaging of specimens, patient registration and request entry, specimen processing and preparation for transport or delivery to laboratories for timely accurate diagnostic testing.

What We Can Offer You

• Financial Benefits - Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits
• Work-life Balance - Up to 12 additional days off per year in addition to Annual Leave (for full-time employees)
• Professional Growth - Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning
• Health & Wellbeing - Fitness Passport gym discounts and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and families.
  
  
  

Interested in joining Australia’s largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions:

• Certificate III in Pathology Collections, or Pathology Assistance and/or previous experience a pathology setting or a demonstrated ability to learn all aspects of the pre analytical environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage tasks in a demanding environment where there are competing priorities and time constraints.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and customers, internal and external.
• Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills combined with the ability to investigate and resolve general issues.
• Willingness to operate and maintain pre analytical equipment as required.
• Proficient computer skills including high attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Demonstrated understanding of confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive information in a laboratory setting, following relevant legislation, policies, and requirements.
• Willingness to participate in a 24/7 rotating shift roster, including weekends, public holidays, and night shifts, and the ability to travel to any site or location within the operational area as required.
  
  
  

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Information for applicants

• NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We value, and welcome all suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
• NSW Health Pathology is committed to providing accessibility and reasonable accommodations and ensuring our recruitment process is flexible, inclusive, and free from barriers, promoting equal opportunities for all to succeed. Please reach out if you need adjustments.
• NSW Health Pathology is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce in public health. For Aboriginal candidates, support is available through the Stepping Up website
• You must have valid working rights in Australia for the duration of the appointment to be eligible to apply.
• All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2026_004 for more detail. The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.
• An eligibility list may be created for similar vacancies in the future.
• We encourage applicants to submit responses that reflect their own experiences and perspectives.
  
  
  

Need more information?

• Click here for the Position Description
• Find out more about applying for this position
• For role related queries or questions contact Christopher Lord on [e-mail]
  
  
  

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