Employment Type : Various Position Classification : Technical Assistant Grade 2 Remuneration : $30.16 - $31.31 per hour plus superannuation Hours Per Week : Various Requisition ID : REQ484358 Location : Prince of Wales Hospital Applications Close: 12 May 2024 - 11:59pm About the Opportunity We currently have an opportunity for 4 Permanent Full time Technical Assistant's to join the Central Specimen Reception department of NSW Health Pathology at Randwick. For future Part Time, Casual and Full Time vacancies we are also curating an eligibility list. Being part of NSW Health Pathology means you're 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. Our forensic & Analytical Science Service provides independent, objective analysis to the NSW criminal and coronial justice systems. 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 Perform a range of laboratory support and/or specimen reception services and provide assistance to laboratory staff, under supervision, to deliver a patient focused service. Interested in joining Australia's largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions: A working knowledge of, or demonstrated ability to learn, all aspects of the laboratory environment relevant to the Department Demonstrated ability to maintain high quality work output while managing competing priorities Demonstrated customer service experience and skills, preferably in a laboratory environment, including the ability to communicate effectively with customers, patients and clinical staff Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills combined with the ability to investigate and resolve general issues within the laboratory environment Excellent data entry skills including high attention to detail and data accuracy Awareness of legislation, policies and requirements relevant to a laboratory setting Ability and willingness to work shifts, on a 24-7 rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays. Demonstrated experience in a laboratory or similar setting. Need more information? 1) Click here for the Position Description 2) Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Katrina Tuitavake on ****** 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 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. All NSW Health workers are required to have two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine, as defined by NSW Health. Employees working in a clinical area or are required to attend clinical areas are considered category A. Category A positions are required to provide evidence of having received three doses of COVID-19 vaccine in accordance with the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (TGA) and meet the requirements of the Occupational Assessment Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive .You will be required to provide a record of your COVID-19 vaccination status if successful. Acceptable proof of vaccination is the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement or AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate. Booster doses are highly recommended for all health care workers who have completed the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations. New to NSW Health Pathology? The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment. Working Rights 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 Pool If 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 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.