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Employment Type: Permanent Full TimePosition Classification: Technical Assistant Grade 2Remuneration: $61,889.52 - $64,260.00 per annum plus superannuationHours Per Week: 38Requisition ID: REQ574201Location: Queanbeyan District HospitalApplications Close: 21 May 2025 - 11:59pmAbout The OpportunityWant to join a team that strives for excellence with team cultures and values bound by respect, integrity, collaboration and openness?We are seeking an enthusiastic Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our team at the Queanbeyan Laboratory on a permanent full time basis.Queanbeyan is a vibrant multi cultural city. It is located on the Queanbeyan River less than 15 km from Canberra and consequently it has the identity of a commuter belt town for the Australian capital while also being a service centre for the surrounding agricultural and pastoral industries.Being part of NSW Health Pathology means youre helping create better health and justice systems every day.We operate more than 60 laboratories and around 200 collection centres across NSW and conduct over 60 million tests per annum. Our network of pathologists are supported by scientists, technicians and support staff who quickly and accurately assess samples so clinical teams can make the best possible treatment decisions for patients. We encourage our staff to be involved in research and innovation opportunities to help create safer, healthier communities. Our Forensic & Analytical Science Service provides independent, objective analysis to the NSW criminal and coronial justice systems.What We Can Offer YouAccrued Days Off in addition to Annual LeaveGenerous salary packaging options and other fringe benefitsCorporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness PassportLearning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health LearningWhat You''ll Be DoingContribute to a customer-focused pathology collection service across inpatient, outpatient and home care settings. Provide a high-quality healthcare service to all referrers and consumers. Perform venepuncture and other duties pertaining to specimen collection, data entry, processing, and delivery into sites for pathology investigations as required.Interested in joining Australias largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions:Certificate III in Pathology Collections and/or previous experience in venepuncture or a demonstrated ability to learn all aspects of the clinical environment relevant to the Department.Demonstrated customer service experience and skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers, and clinical staff in an environment transferrable to this role.Demonstrated problem solving and trouble shooting skills, with the ability to resolve general issues within the clinical environment including specimen preparation and transport ensuring viability of the specimens.Familiarity with pathology terminology and requirements and the willingness to learn a broad scope of collection, data entry and specimen preparation practices including paediatric and neonate blood collections.Unencumbered Class C Driver''s License (valid in NSW) or the capacity to travel to any site for a shift as required.Must be willing to participate in shift type work including weekend work as required and travel to any site or location within the operational area as requested.Demonstrated ability to manage a demanding professional team environment where there are competing priorities and strict deadlines.Proficient computer skills including high attention to detail and data accuracy.Need more information?Click here for the Position DescriptionFind out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Krit Singh on Krit.Singh@health.nsw.gov.auOccupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious DiseasesThis is a Category A position. All Category A applicants must read and understand NSW Health Policy Directive PD2023_022 Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases. All recruits must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy. All recruits must provide evidence against specified diseases and comply with the requirements of this policy at their own cost prior to appointment.New to NSW Health Pathology?The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.Working RightsThis position is a permanent position. To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa.Talent PoolIf the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an eligibility list will be created for future permanent full time / part time, temporary and casual vacancies.Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionNSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We seek to recruit from diverse applicants and create teams with skills, perspectives and experiences that complement each other at work. We welcome suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, socio-cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity. #J-18808-Ljbffr