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Location : There are full time and part time roles available across North-West Tasmania in Queenstown, Burnie, Mersey & King Island. Please select which location you are interested in in the pre-screening questions.
Why You Will Be Excited About This Role
At TML (a part of Healius), we all have one thing in common, we are passionate about making a difference to the health of Australians.
As a Pathology Collector, you will be at the forefront of this. You will be the friendly face behind the first hello, the warm welcome that will create a lasting impression, and the caring assurance to let our customers know that they are in good hands.
After winning a major contract for the Tasmania Health Service, we now have roles available across North-West Tasmania providing pathology services to public hospitals in this area.
You will be able to do what you do best - provide quality patient care - with the support and resources provided, whilst also building strong connections and being integral to the local communities you work in.
You will be a part of something pretty special as you join our network of passionate pathology collectors and our mission to be the best pathology provider in Australia.
What You Will Be Doing
As a Hospital Pathology Collector (Phlebotomist), you will be reporting to the Collector Lead and working in a team across all wards on a hospital site or clinic including paediatrics, Medical, ICU, CCU, Emergency, Oncology, Special Care Nursery, Maternity and Rehabilitation, using your empathy and exceptional communication skills as you liaise with doctors, nurses and patients to understand the needs and requirements of the environment and patient.
Your key responsibilities will include :
* Liaising & building effective relationships with a range of different stakeholders including doctors, nurses, patients, couriers and clinic staff
* Advanced Pathology Collection - Collecting samples (blood and non-blood) across different wards & areas including paediatrics, difficult bleeds and AGB's with care and attention
* Keeping meticulous records for every patient and sample
* Transporting samples to laboratory
What Type of Person Will Be Successful
To be successful in this role, you will be an experienced Pathology Collector. You could currently work in a hospital or a clinic and are looking to diversify and grow your career. You could also be a Registered Nurse looking to swap the overnight work for regular daytime shifts.
You will be a great communicator and relationship builder, be professional and proactive in your approach to working with different stakeholders, and will be someone who goes above and beyond to provide quality patient care.
These are the type of attributes & skills you would possess :
* A demonstrated experience and knowledge in pathology collection
* Certificate III in Pathology Collection / RN or EN qualification or a healthcare background
* Excellent customer service and communication skills, with a high level of empathy
* You are organised, with strong time management and attention to detail
* You are able to work autonomously, sometimes working independently in a solo clinic
* You hold a valid Driver's license and have flexibility to travel to multiple clinics / hospitals & labs
* You hold a working with Children's Check or be willing to obtain one
* You either hold a current police check or be willing to obtain one
* You must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work
* Vaccine preventable disease evidence such as Hepatitis B is a requirement of this role
* Other vaccinations based on location may be required / setting
Benefits, Perks and Wellbeing
As part of working for Healius, you will have access to a range of benefits & perks including :
* Benefits platform - Reduce the impact of the cost of living with everyday savings with 500+ of Australia's most-loved brands, (from the weekly grocery shop to premium perks like holidays).
* Fitness Passport - Access top fitness centres across Australia at a subsidised rate
* Corporate health insurance discounts, banking benefits and novated leasing packaging
* An e-learning platform with access to a library of courses and learning paths
* An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) dedicated to employee health and wellbeing provided by professional coaches
Our Commitment to Diversity And Inclusion
TML 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.
Healius is committed to supporting Veteran Employment - Veterans and candidates with Australian Defence Force (ADF) experience are encouraged to apply.
How To Apply
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