OverviewMedical Laboratory Assistant - Molecular Medicine.
Temporary Full Time position up to February 2026, with potential for ongoing employment.
Location: John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle region.Join NSW Health Pathology's Molecular Medicine Department, a Genomics laboratory focused on cancer genomic testing and routine molecular genetics and cytogenetic investigations.
Work with a team of trained professionals delivering quality genomic testing solutions in a patient-focused service.
ResponsibilitiesPerform laboratory support and/or specimen reception services and/or collection services, assisting laboratory staff under supervision to deliver patient-focused service.Work in a highly sophisticated Genomics Laboratory that specialises in cancer genomic testing in addition to routine molecular genetics and cytogenetic investigations.Support the laboratory team with high-quality work output while managing competing priorities.
QualificationsWorking knowledge of, or demonstrated ability to learn, all aspects of the laboratory environment relevant to the Department.Demonstrated customer service experience and skills, preferably in a laboratory workplace, with effective communication with customers, patients and clinical staff.Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills and the ability to investigate and resolve general issues within the laboratory environment.Excellent data entry skills with high attention to detail and data accuracy.Awareness of legislation, policies and requirements relevant to a laboratory setting.Understanding of genetics and molecular techniques and their application in a diagnostic pathology laboratory.
Benefits and RequirementsAccrued Days Off in addition to Annual Leave.Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits.Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport.Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning.Occupational Assessment and Vaccination requirements as per NSW Health policy; Category A eligibility and evidence provision at own cost prior to appointment.
Additional InformationApplications Close: 24 September 2025 at 11:59pm.Selection may involve an eligibility list for future temporary and casual vacancies.Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
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📌 Medical Laboratory Assistant - Molecular Medicine
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