Job Description
The Laboratory Support Specialist will be responsible for receiving and processing specimens, including operating and maintaining analytical equipment. This role requires a high level of motivation, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to work in a busy environment with minimal supervision.
This position involves routine receipting and processing of specimens, pre and post-analytical specimen handling, identification and prioritisation of urgent specimens, filing and storage of specimens, and data entry.
Key Responsibilities
* Receiving and processing specimens;
* Operating and maintaining analytical equipment;
* Handling and prioritising specimens;
* Filing and storing specimens and data;
* Assisting Scientists as required;
* Staying up-to-date with processing requirements and updates;
* Responding to result queries and sample requirements.
Required Skills and Qualifications
To be considered for this position, you will need to have:
* Specimen processing experience is desirable but not essential;
* Excellent customer service and communication skills;
* Ability to cope and thrive in a busy environment;
* Ability to work with minimal supervision and collaborate with colleagues;
* Understanding of the importance of accurate procedure adherence;
* A willingness to adhere to policies and procedures;
* Previous laboratory experience and medical terminology knowledge would be beneficial but not essential;
* Certificate III in Laboratory Techniques or Pathology Collection is desirable.
Benefits and Wellbeing
As part of working for our organisation, you will have access to a range of benefits, including:
* Benefits platform - Reduce the impact of the cost of living with everyday savings;
* Corporate health insurance discounts;
* Banking benefits and novated leasing salary packaging;
* Career growth and development opportunities;
* Confidential health and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We are 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 value diversity and inclusion in the workplace and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.