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Employment Type: Various
Position Classification: Technical Officer Grade 1/2
Remuneration: $65,956.84 - $94,999.44 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: Various
Requisition ID: REQ599945
Location: The Maitland Hospital
Applications Close: 7 September 2025 - 11:59pm
About The Opportunity
NSW Health Pathology Maitland is seeking potential Medical Laboratory Technician's to join the dynamic team of multidisciplinary technical staff who are servicing the needs of the diverse and rapidly growing Hunter Valley region. This is an opportunity for any eligible technical officers to be placed on a waiting list for any future vacancies.
The Maitland Laboratory form part of the public pathology network and consist of approximately 22 staff of varying grades. The New Maitland Hospital in Metford opened its doors in January 2022. This modern, purpose build laboratory has space for future growth and beautiful views. Being part of a growing community, but still in close proximity to Newcastle, will see the area grow and expand and provide exiting opportunities within the laboratory space. With the expansion of the hospital and the increase in beds and outpatient services, the demand on fast, accurate and high standard of service delivery is paramount in building the already well-developed relationship the laboratory staff has with the stakeholders. The friendly Maitland team is supportive, embrace change, and above all, set high standards for themselves and the team.
What We Can Offer You
* Accrued Days Off in addition to Annual Leave (full time positions only)
* 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
The Maitland laboratory is a 24-hour laboratory that perform a range of laboratory investigations by applying established methods and procedures, as directed. Being a multidisciplinary laboratory there is a requirement to perform front end activities in specimen reception, some data entry during afternoon shifts and laboratory testing in the following departments: biochemistry, haematology and immunohaematology. Other responsibilities include analyser maintenance, quality control and activities as directed by senior staff to ensure ongoing compliance with NATA accreditation.
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?
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For role related queries or questions contact Priscilla Swanepoel on Priscilla.Swanepoel@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 understand 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.
Working Rights
This position is a permanent position. To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa.
Talent Pool
If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an eligibility list will be created for future permanent full time / part time, 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 identity.
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