Employment Type
: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification
: Technical Officer Grade 1/2
Remuneration
: $68,****** - $98,****** per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week
: 38
Requisition ID
: REQ******
Location:
Prince of Wales Hospital
Applications Close:
8 March *********:59pm
About the opportunity
The Microbiology Department at the Prince of Wales Hospital is seeking a highly motivated Medical Laboratory Technician with knowledge and experience in Bacteriology testing to join our dynamic and multi-skilled team.
This position represents an excellent career advancement opportunity for a suitably qualified Medical Laboratory Technician.
The successful candidate will be required to provide scientific input encompassing bacteriology and molecular biology and provide shift cover as part of a team based on a seven day/24hr roster.
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.
What we can offer you
Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefit
s
Work-life balance -
Up to 12 additional days off per year in addition to Annual Leave
Professional growth -
Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO
My Health Learning
Health & wellbeing
- Fitness Passport gym discounts and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and families.
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 a bacteriology laboratory, including AST Testing and culture plate reading
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the 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 workplace
Commitment to the principles of quality management and continuous quality improvement and to identify, develop and implement quality and service improvement activities
Information for applicants




NSW Health Pathology is an
equal opportunity employer
committed to an inclusive workplace.
We value, and welcome all suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
NSW Health Pathology is committed to
providing accessibility and reasonable accommodations
and ensuring our recruitment process is flexible, inclusive, and free from barriers, promoting equal opportunities for all to succeed.
Please reach out if you need adjustments.
NSW Health Pathology is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce in public health.
For
Aboriginal candidates
, support is available through the
Stepping Up website
You must have
valid working rights
in Australia for the duration of the appointment to be eligible to apply.
All workers must meet NSW Health's
vaccination and screening requirements
before starting employment.
See
PD****_15
for more detail.
The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.
An
eligibility list
may be created for similar vacancies in the future.
We encourage applicants to submit responses that reflect their own experiences and perspectives.
Please note that applications that appear to be generated by AI tools or copied from external sources may not be considered.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the
Position Description
2) Find out more about
applying
for this position
3) For role related queries or questions contact Caylee Ho on
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