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Laboratory Assistant (Specimen Reception)
Part Time Fixed Term until 30 August ****.
24/7 rotation roster including weekends and public holidays.
Salary packaging options.
An exciting opportunity is available for a Laboratory Assistant (Specimen Reception) to join the Central Specimen Reception (CSR) team within Pathology at RMH.
This role is critical to the timely and accurate handling of diagnostic specimens in a busy 24/7 laboratory environment, directly supporting patient care and clinical decision-making.
You will work as part of a high-performing, collaborative team and be rostered across rotating shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends and public holidays.
Your New Role
Receive, triage and register diagnostic specimens with a high level of accuracy.
Perform episode entry and specimen tracking using the Pathology Laboratory Information System (LIS).
Load and unload samples onto the Pathology Track system.
Undertake pre-analytical processing of specimens prior to testing.
Package and dispatch specimens to external laboratories (local and interstate).
Liaise with medical, nursing and allied health staff to resolve specimen or documentation issues.
Troubleshoot labelling discrepancies and coordinate recollections where required.
Maintain accurate records, filing systems and sample documentation.
Provide general laboratory assistance and support departmental operations.
Essential
Previous experience in specimen reception within a pathology service.
Ability to work across a 24/7 rotating roster, including nights, weekends and public holidays.
Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills.
Proven ability to prioritise tasks and manage competing demands under pressure.
Desirable
Background in Medical Laboratory Science or other scientific discipline.
Strong computer literacy and familiarity with Pathology LIS (e.g. AUSLAB).
Interest in quality improvement and process optimisation.
Benefits Of Working At RMH
Be part of a supportive and values-driven workplace culture.
Career growth opportunities, ongoing training, and professional development.
Access to Health & Wellbeing programs including Fitness Passport, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Staff Peer Support.
Salary packaging, on-site car parking, and great public transport access.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.
The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility.
We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.
RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.
As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging.
We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.
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