Pathology Collector Role Overview
The role of a Pathology Collector involves collecting blood and non-blood samples from patients, coordinating specimen samples, and delivering great customer service and quality healthcare. The job requires empathy, drive, and excellent communication skills to ensure patient comfort and satisfaction.
As a casual Pathology Collector, you will work in a dynamic environment with varied hours across a roster of Monday-Friday, with opportunities to work weekends. Your key responsibilities will include collecting samples with care and attention, keeping meticulous records for every patient and sample, delivering documentation within strict turnaround times, preparing and packaging specimens for transport and testing, and liaising with customers, clinic staff, and couriers.
Key Responsibilities:
* Sample Collection: Collecting blood and non-blood samples from patients with care and attention.
* Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records for every patient and sample.
* Documentation Delivery: Ensuring timely delivery of documentation within strict turnaround times.
* Specimen Preparation: Preparing and packaging specimens for transport and testing.
* Liaison: Communicating effectively with customers, clinic staff, and couriers.
This is an ideal opportunity for individuals seeking a career in pathology collection, with potential for advancement and professional growth. If you possess excellent customer service skills, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work autonomously, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* A demonstrated experience and knowledge in Phlebotomy/Certificate III in Pathology Collection or a healthcare background.
* Excellent customer service and communication skills, with a high level of empathy.
* Ability to work autonomously, sometimes working independently in a solo clinic.
* A valid Driver's license and flexibility to travel to multiple clinics.
* A Working with Children's Check or willingness to obtain one.
* An Australian citizen or permanent resident, New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work.
* Ability to work across a range of different hours.
* Vaccine preventable disease evidence such as Hepatitis B is a requirement of this role.
* Other vaccinations based on location may be required.
Benefits and Perks:
* Everyday Savings: Access to everyday savings through a benefits platform featuring over 500 of Australia's most-loved brands.
* Fitness Passport: Subsidised access to top fitness centres across Australia.
* Career Advancement: Opportunities for professional growth and career progression within the organisation.
* Employee Assistance Program: Dedicated support for employee health and wellbeing.