Medical Laboratory Technician - Microbiology

Job Description

Temporary Full Time up until June 2025, with potential availability of ongoing employment. Position Classification : Technical Officer Grade 1/2 Remuneration : $65,956.84 - $94,999.43 per annum plus superannuation Hours Per Week : 38 Requisition ID : REQ546216 Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Applications Close: 05 February 2025 – 11:59pm About The Opportunity A temporary vacancy is available for a suitably motivated and qualified Technical Officer to work in the NSW Health Pathology Microbiology laboratory located within the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. This busy laboratory currently operates until 10pm each evening and provides diagnostic services in Bacteriology, Molecular Microbiology, and Serology. What We Can Offer You Accrued Days Off in addition to Annual Leave 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 Perform a range of laboratory investigations and tests (manual and automated) and technical tasks by applying established methods and procedures, as directed. Undertake other laboratory duties including preparation of materials and the maintenance of equipment in line with established laboratory processes, procedures, and protocols. 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 Demonstrated experience in Bacteriology and/or Molecular Microbiology in a clinical laboratory Need more information? Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position For role-related queries or questions contact Joanne Mercer on 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 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 Pool If 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 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr