Medical Laboratory Assistant - Immunohistochemistry

About the opportunity

Looking for a role where science meets purpose? Join the Immunohistochemistry team within the Anatomical Pathology Department at Westmead Hospital and play an important part in delivering high-quality diagnostic services that support patient care across NSW. As a Medical Laboratory Assistant, you'll work alongside a skilled and supportive team. This permanent 32 hour per week position offers a fantastic opportunity to build your laboratory experience in a dynamic and cooperative environment, while working with advanced technologies and helping to make a real difference in the lives of patients every day. If you are organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about healthcare science, we'd love to hear from you.

Why join NSW Health Pathology? Westmead Hospital is home to one of the state's leading pathology services, offering a culture of learning, innovation, and teamwork. You'll be supported to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and be part of an organisation committed to improving health outcomes for communities across New South Wales.

What you'll be doing

Contribute to a high-quality pathology service. Perform a range of laboratory duties supporting key laboratory examination processes including but not limited to equipment maintenance and decontamination, handling of diagnostic specimens and archive material, preparation of reagents, disposal of hazardous chemicals andproviding support to technical and scientific staff within an Anatomical Pathology environment.

What we can offer you

- Financial Benefits - Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits




- 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.

Qualifications and experience

- Demonstrated knowledge of or ability to learn all relevant aspects of Immunohistochemistry.
- Demonstrated understanding of safe specimen handling, tracking and retention requirements to support accurate and efficient laboratory operations.
- Ability to operate and maintain laboratory equipment while adhering to safe work practices, including manual handling and management of chemical and biological hazards.
- Ability to unpack, manage and organise refrigerated and unrefrigerated stock, perform stocktake accurately and notify stock issues to IHC Scientists and Senior Scientist.
- Demonstrated problem solving skills with an ability to manage competing priorities and time constraints in a demanding environment.
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and customers, internal and external, with the ability to work collaboratively in a busy team-based laboratory environment.
- Proficient computer skills including keyboard and data entry, with high attention to detail and data accuracy.




- Demonstrated understanding of accreditation and confidentiality requirements and proper handling of sensitive information in a laboratory setting, following relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.

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.

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📌 Medical Laboratory Assistant - Immunohistochemistry (City of Sydney)
🏢 NSW Health
📍 City of Sydney