Medical Laboratory Assistant - Pathology Collector / Phlebotomist

NSW Health

  • Bathurst, NSW
  • $31.21-32.41 per hour
  • Temporary
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
Employment Type: Casual, and Temporary Full Time up to January 2026, with potential availability of ongoing employment
Position Classification: Technical Assistant Grade 2
Remuneration: $31.21 - $32.41 per hour plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ597813
Location: Bathurst Health Services
Applications Close: 21 September 2025 - 11:59pmAbout the opportunityJoin Our Team at Bathurst Health Service!Bathurst Health Service is looking for Medical Laboratory Assistants - Pathology Collectors/Phlebotomists to fill both Casual and Temporary Full Time positions.Whether you're seeking flexible casual hours or a full time temporary role, we have opportunities to suit your needs! We provide on-the-job training and a supportive team environment to help you succeed.If you're eager to start a fulfilling career in healthcare with great learning opportunities, apply today and become part of our dedicated team!What we can offer you
  • This position is eligible for a
allowance of up to $5,000 plus super per annum in addition to award entitlements (full time positions only) * Accrued Days Off in addition to Annual Leave (full time positions only)
  • Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits (full time positions only)
  • Corporate wellbeing programs, including the
(full time positions only) * Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTOWhat you'll be doingContribute to a customer-focused pathology collection service across inpatient, outpatient and home care settings. Provide a high-quality healthcare service to all referrers and consumers. Perform venepuncture and other duties pertaining to specimen collection, data entry, processing, and delivery into sites for pathology investigations as required.Interested in joining Australia's largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions: * Certificate III in Pathology Collections and/or previous experience in venepuncture or a demonstrated ability to learn all aspects of the clinical environment relevant to the Department.
  • Demonstrated customer service experience and skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers, and clinical staff in an environment transferrable to this role.
  • Demonstrated problem solving and trouble shooting skills, with the ability to resolve general issues within the clinical environment including specimen preparation and transport ensuring viability of the specimens.
  • Familiarity with pathology terminology and requirements and the willingness to learn a broad scope of collection, data entry and specimen preparation practices including paediatric and neonate blood collections.
  • Unencumbered Class C Driver's License (valid in NSW) or the capacity to travel to any site for a shift as required.
  • Must be willing to participate in shift type work including weekend work as required and travel to any site or location within the operational area as requested.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage a demanding professional team environment where there are competing priorities and strict deadlines.
  • Proficient computer skills including high attention to detail and data accuracy.
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3) For role related queries or questions contact Shannon Esparon onOccupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious DiseasesThis is a Category A position. All Category A applicants must read and understand NSW Health Policy Directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified 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.Talent PoolIf the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an eligibility list will be created for future temporary and casual vacancies.Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionNSW 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.#RuralHealthIncentives

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