Job Description

Medical Laboratory Technician - Research Laboratory Support Services (RLSS)

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Medical Laboratory Technician - Research Laboratory Support Services (RLSS) – Core Services

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Casual position (approximately 12-months of team leave cover)

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Grade 1: BU1 > BU8 depending on experience

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Up to $29.96 to $38.64 per hour (+25% applicable casual loading)

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At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.

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About the role

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The Molecular Pathology Laboratory within the Department of Pathology is looking for a Medical Laboratory Technician to join our team to help support the molecular diagnostic service. This ongoing position will be within our pre-analytical section and involves specimen registration, processing and DNA/RNA extraction for molecular testing. The role includes a Saturday workday, with part-time job-share arrangements considered. The full-time position presents an exciting opportunity to gain invaluable experience in this rapidly growing field.

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Remuneration as per Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2026. Grade 1, BU1 - BU8: $29 - $38 per hour dependent on candidate experience. To be discussed with Hiring Manager.

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About you

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You will be a highly motivated and self-driven and possess a relevant diploma/degree in science with genetics or molecular biology experience preferred. Previous experience working in an accredited Pathology laboratory with specimen registration and/or DNA/RNA extraction would be an advantage.

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You'll bring with you:

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Year 11 chemistry and/or biology or equivalent experience

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Excellent aseptic / sterile technique

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Ability to diligently prevent cross-contamination

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Ability to safely use steam sterilisers (autoclaves)

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Ability to safely lift 8-12 kg to transfer to trolleys / work areas

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Ability to walk 8,000 - 15,000 steps per day

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Ability to safely push and manoeuvre loaded trolleys

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Ability to prepare / handwash multiple bottles prior to loading in lab washer

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- Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take home pay
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- Discounted health insurance and eye care
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- A comprehensive health and wellbeing program
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- Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists
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- Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces
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- Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities
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- Five weeks annual leave, 17.5% leave loading, purchased leave options & ADOs
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- Flexible, hybrid working practices
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Inclusion and belonging

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Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive workplace which reflects our vibrant community.



We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.

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Victorian Department of Health has endorsed the initiative to restructure existing public pathology by bringing together laboratories into pathology networks operating under a lead health service.

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Pathology services from the Royal Melbourne Hospital, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, the Royal Women's Hospital and the Royal Children's Hospital will transition to a single pathology service. This creates an exciting opportunity to strengthen the scope, scale and reach of pathology services across the Parkville precinct to benefit all Victorians.

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This role will transition to the new pathology service which will be led by Melbourne Health.

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Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.

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Email: ***********@petermac.org

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Applications Close: 11.59pm Thursday 6 August.

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Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

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WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC

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- Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
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- Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
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- We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.
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📌 Medical Laboratory Technician - Research Laboratory Support Services (RLSS) (Victoria)
🏢 Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
📍 Victoria