Technical Officer - Act Pathology

Council Jobs; Canberra; On-site; AUD 74,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Flexible work conditions

Employee assistance program

Onsite physiotherapists

Onsite cafes

Job summary

Council Jobs in Canberra is seeking a Technical Officer Level 1 to join the Anatomical Pathology team at Canberra Health Services. The role involves receiving and processing specimens, performing diagnostic techniques, and preparing tissue sections for microscopic analysis.

There is an out-of-hours roster including nights, weekends, and on-call requirements. The position offers competitive pay ($74,490 – $75,529 plus superannuation) and employee benefits within a tertiary hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sort and process specimens and perform established diagnostic and technical procedures.
• Prepare tissue samples for microscopic examination and undertake embedding, microtomy and staining.
• Support cytology specimen preparation, including cell block preparation and immunofluorescence analysis.
• Assist with reagents, equipment, stock monitoring and routine laboratory duties; participate in out-of-hours roster.

Job description

Classification: Technical Officer Level 1

Salary: $74,490 - $75,529 plus superannuation

Position No: 72600 - 02SE9

Directorate: Canberra Health Services

Advertised (Gazettal date): 03 November 2026

Contact Officer: Kellie Cowley on***************@act.gov.auor(02) 5124 2***

What can we offer you?

• Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital.
• Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions.
• Flexible working conditions.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to onsite Physiotherapists.
• Access to onsite cafes, staff cafeteria, pharmacy and gift shop.

About the Role:

Have you always wanted to work in a large tertiary hospital and have an interest in Anatomical Pathology? If so, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

Join a supportive and dedicated Anatomical Pathology team and play an important role in delivering high-quality diagnostic services that contribute to positive patient outcomes. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for receiving, sorting and processing specimens, performing established diagnostic and technical procedures, preparing tissue samples for microscopic examination, and undertaking embedding, microtomy, and a variety of staining techniques. You will also support the preparation of cytology specimens for analysis, including cell block preparation, and perform frozen sectioning of specimens for immunofluorescence analysis.

Working in a collaborative laboratory environment, you will assist with the preparation of reagents and laboratory materials, use and maintain histology equipment, monitor consumable stock levels, and undertake routine laboratory duties that support the smooth operation of the service. You will contribute to maintaining a safe, clean, and compliant workplace while participating in an out-of-hours roster, including occasional nights, weekends, public holidays, and an on-call component to support service delivery requirements.

The ideal candidate will be a motivated and approachable professional who enjoys working as part of a close-knit team and values collaboration. They will bring strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality work in a dynamic laboratory environment. With a positive attitude and excellent communication skills, they will build strong relationships with colleagues, contribute to a supportive workplace culture, and demonstrate flexibility in responding to changing priorities and service needs.

Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:

• Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.
• Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.

Note: This is a temporary position available for 11 months with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.

Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‑based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website.

Our Vision:

creating exceptional health care together

Our Role:

to be a health service that is trusted by our community

Our Values:

Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind

CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

Closes:

12 November 2026

Career interest categories:

Healthcare, Medical and Allied Services