This is a Medical Laboratory Technician - Frenchs Forest role with NSW Health based in Sydney, NSW, AU NSW Health Role Seniority - junior More about the Medical Laboratory Technician - Frenchs Forest role at NSW Health Employment Type: Temporary Part Time up to April 2027, with potential availability of ongoing employment Position Classification: Technical Officer Grade 1/2 Remuneration: $34.60 - $49.83 per hour plus superannuation Hours Per Week: 24 Requisition ID: REQ631744 Location: Laboratory/Collection Centre, Frenches Forest Applications Close: 26 January 2025 – 11:59pm About The Opportunity The pathology laboratory within the Genesis Care building at Frenchs Forest is a Point of Care Testing (POCT) laboratory run by NSW Health Pathology under the supervision of the Category G Laboratory at Royal North Shore Hospital. We are looking for someone who is passionate about health and supporting the community for a temporary part time role 3 days a week within the laboratory. This is a lone working role and requires someone who is independent, dedicated to providing a quality service and can reliably deliver accurate results to our stakeholders. 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 Perform a range of laboratory investigations and tests (manual and automated) and technical tasks by applying established methods and procedures, as directed. Undertake other laboratory duties including distribution of blood products, maintenance of equipment in line with established laboratory processes, procedures and protocols and liaising with couriers, collectors, nurses and doctors. Interested in joining Australia’s largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions: 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 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 Need more information? Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Mitchell Rawlings on mitchell.rawlings@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 understands NSW Health Policy Directive PD2024_015 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. 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 identit Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the NSW Health team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Performing laboratory tests ️ Maintaining laboratory equipment Liaising with healthcare professionals Key Strengths Diploma in Laboratory Technology Laboratory Information Systems ️ Interpersonal skills Problem-solving skills Quality management knowledge Teamwork skills A Final Note: This is a role with NSW Health not with Hatch.