About the Role
The Laboratory Assistant/ Data Entry Clerk is required to perform the pre-processing of samples received at the reception area of Pathology.
This includes identification, numbering and distribution of samples and may include computer entry, weighing, centrifugation or aliquotting.
Duties
Perform basic laboratory tests and instrument maintenance consistent with your experience
Specialised cleaning of equipment
Receipt and storage of laboratory consumables
Accurate entry of patient details, clinical notes, requested tests, billing information and process request forms
Clerical duties such as filing, photocopying and faxing
Respond to telephone enquiries for information or results
Salary
Classifications for this position will range from $54,839 per annum pro-rata.
Contribution
Basic laboratory skills such as centrifugation and aliquotting, as well as an understanding of simple laboratory tests
Experience responding to enquiries for information on laboratory procedures or patient results, with the ability to accurately process patient request samples and forms
Ability to identify and prioritise patient requests according to level of urgency
Willingness to work as part of a team of laboratory personnel, with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrable organisational skills
Current National criminal history check, or willing to obtain
Current NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willing to obtain
What We Offer
A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
Ability to join Fitness Passport – Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!
In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne's best cafes,



public transport and lots of carparks
Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
Regular opportunities for career development to assist you to reach your career goals
Culture of continuous improvement
About Pathology
St Vincents Pathology is a private practice offering diagnostic testing to both inpatients of St Vincents Private Hospitals located in Fitzroy, East Melbourne and Kew, St Vincents Public Hospital Fitzroy as well as servicing privately referred patients in up to 80 Pathology Collection centres located across Metropolitan Melbourne.
St Vincent's Pathology is a member of a multidisciplinary health care team which delivers care in a patient-focused manner.
Working at St Vincent's
St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service.
SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.
Employment Details
Contract type: Permanent, Part Time, Casual
Working hours: up to 24 hours per week
Location: Fitzroy, Melbourne
Eligibility: Must meet vaccination requirements for COVID-19 as per Victorian government direction.
Inclusion & Diversity
We encourage applications from all backgrounds and abilities.
Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.
Reconciliation Action Plan: At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees.
As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Closing Date
15 October *******:59pm
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📌 Lab Assistant/Data Entry Clerk (Melbourne)
🏢 St Vincent's Health Australia
📍 Melbourne