Technical Officer, Phlebotomy - Pathology

ACT Health; Canberra; On-site; AUD 74,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Salary packaging

Flexible working conditions

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

ACT Health is seeking a customer-focused Technical Officer to join ACT Pathology in Canberra. You will perform pathology specimen collection, reception and data entry, and support patients, clinicians, and staff across multiple ACT Pathology locations.

You must hold a Certificate III in Pathology Collection (or equivalent), have at least 12 months of phlebotomy experience, and hold a current Australian driver’s licence.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Pathology Collection (or equivalent) required.
• Minimum 12 months phlebotomy experience.
• Current Australian driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Collect and prepare pathology specimens.
• Provide reception and data entry support.
• Assist patients, clinicians and laboratory staff across ACT Pathology locations.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III in Pathology Collection

Job description

Technical Officer, Phlebotomy - Pathology

Employment Type: Part Time (25 hours per week), Temporary 12 Months with possibility of extension and or permanency
Classification: Technical Officer Level 1 (PN 64706)
Salary: $74,490 - $75,529 (Plus 12.5% Super)
Location: Canberra Health Services, ACT
Section: ACT Pathology
Closing Date: 01 November 2026

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.

About the Role:

ACT Pathology is seeking a customer-focused Technical Officer to join the Customer Services team. In this varied role, you will provide pathology specimen collection services, perform reception and data entry duties, and support patients, clinicians, and laboratory staff across a range of ACT Pathology locations.

You will collect and prepare pathology specimens, manage patient enquiries, maintain accurate records, and contribute to the delivery of high-quality, responsive services. The successful applicant will have excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

To be eligible, you must hold a Certificate III in Pathology Collection (or equivalent approved qualification), have at least 12 months' phlebotomy experience, and possess a current Australian driver's licence.

This part-time position requires availability to work five hours per day, five days per week, across ACT Pathology sites throughout the ACT. If you are adaptable, self-motivated, and passionate about delivering excellent patient care, we encourage you to apply.

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

Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.

***Please note applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position***

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.

If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Louise Hyndes at (02) 5124 3*** or at ***************@act.gov.au