Overview
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to August 2026, with potential availability of ongoing employment
Position Classification: Technical Assistant Grade 2
Remuneration: $64,364.88 - $66,830.31 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ638127
Location: John Hunter Hospital
Applications Close: 15 February 2026 - 11:59pm
About The Opportunity
NSW Health Pathology is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant for the Microbiology Department at John Hunter Hospital in Newcastle. Located on the stunning eastern coastline of New South Wales, just over two hours north of Sydney, Newcastle is a lively city filled with activities. Enjoy breathtaking beaches, scenic coastal views, ocean baths, and some of the best surfing spots in the country. Plus, the local coffee culture rivals that of Melbourne.
If you're motivated and enjoy working as part of a team, we'd love to hear from you!
What We Can Offer You
* Accrued Days Off in addition to Annual Leave
* Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits
* Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
* Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning
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.
How to Apply
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 in 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.
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Fiona Courtney on Fiona.Courtney@health.nsw.gov.au
Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases
This is a Category A position. All Category A applicants must read and understand NSW Health Policy Directive PD2024_015 Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified 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.
The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.
Talent Pool
If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an eligibility list will be created for future temporary and casual vacancies.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
NSW 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.
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