Medical Laboratory Technician - Molecular Medicine
NSW Health Pathology are looking for a talented Medical Laboratory Technician to join our Molecular Medicine Department. Based at John Hunter Hospital, we are looking for highly motivated team players.
This is a temporary part‑time position in our Somatic team and offers an exciting opportunity to work in a highly sophisticated Genomics Laboratory that specialises in cancer genomic testing in addition to undertaking routine molecular genetics and cytogenetic investigations.
Employment Details
* Type: Temporary Part Time
* Duration: until 29 March 2026 with potential availability of ongoing employment
* Classification: Technical Officer Grade 1/2
* Remuneration: $33.26 – $47.91 per hour plus superannuation
* Hours per week: 16
* Location: John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle, NSW
* Applications Close: 03 November 2025 – 11:59pm
What We Can Offer You
* 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
This position will require you to work in a team environment to assist with the delivery of a range of Molecular and Cytogenomic Pathology services. You will perform a range of laboratory investigations and tests (manual and automated) and technical tasks by applying established methods and procedures, as directed. You will undertake other laboratory duties including preparation of materials and the maintenance of equipment in line with established laboratory processes, procedures and protocols.
Qualifications and Experience
* Minimum qualification of Diploma in Laboratory Technology or an equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution with subjects relevant to pathology or medical laboratory operations
* Demonstrated experience in molecular techniques such as PCR, Sanger sequencing and Massive Parallel Sequencing
* Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the delivery of pathology services within a discipline relevant to the department, including use of Laboratory Information Systems, Patient Systems and Quality Systems
* Ability to work in a responsible and efficient manner and to manage competing priorities to meet deadlines
* Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment whilst working autonomously to deliver results within specified timeframes set to meet client expectations
* Customer focused approach displaying well‑developed interpersonal skills and good oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with customers and patients as well as clinical laboratory staff
* Display initiative, problem solving and analytical skills including an ability to apply established principles in a pathology laboratory and investigate and resolve general and complex issues within the laboratory environment
* Commitment to the principles of quality management and continuous quality improvement and to identify, develop and implement quality and service improvement activities
Additional Information
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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 2024_015 Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases. All recruits must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy and provide evidence against specified diseases at their own cost prior to appointment.
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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