Medical Laboratory Assistant – Casual – Cootamundra/YoungLocation: Young District Hospital and Cootamundra Collection CentreEmployment type: CasualPosition classification: Technical Assistant Grade 2Remuneration: $***** - $***** per hour plus superannuationRequisition ID: REQ******Applications close: 12 October *********:59pmAbout the opportunityLooking for a pathology role that offers flexibility, variety and meaningful work in your local community?
NSW Health Pathology is seeking a Casual Medical Laboratory Assistant – Pathology Collector / Phlebotomist to support our services across Cootamundra and Young.
With the flexibility of casual employment and the opportunity to work across different locations, this role is ideal for a collector looking to balance work with other commitments while continuing to make a genuine difference to patients.
You'll become part of a supportive regional team where your skills, compassion and contribution to patient care are truly valued.
Enjoy flexible work, a supportive team and the opportunity to make a difference every day.What you'll be doingContribute to a high-quality pathology service.
Perform a range of pre-analytical duties including pathology collections, receiving and triaging of specimens, patient registration and request entry, specimen processing and preparation for transport or delivery to laboratories for timely accurate diagnostic testing.What we can offer youFinancial Benefits – Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefitsProfessional Growth – Learning and development opportunities,



including in-house training with RTO My Health LearningHealth & Wellbeing – Fitness Passport gym discounts and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and familiesQualifications and requirementsCertificate III in Pathology, Pathology Collections or Pathology Assistance, and/or previous experience in a pathology setting or a demonstrated ability to learn all aspects of the pre-analytical environment, including phlebotomyDemonstrated ability to manage tasks in a demanding environment where there are competing priorities and time constraintsAbility to communicate effectively with colleagues and customers, internal and externalDemonstrated problem solving and analytical skills combined with the ability to investigate and resolve general issuesProficient computer skills including high attention to detail and data accuracy and the ability to operate and maintain pre-analytical equipmentDemonstrated understanding of confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive information in a laboratory setting, following relevant legislation, policies, and requirementsWillingness to participate in a 24/7 rotating shift roster, including weekends, public holidays, and night shiftsCurrent NSW C-Class driver's licence (P1 or P2 accepted) is required.
Interstate C-Class licence holders must obtain an NSW C-Class licence within three months of appointment.
Learner licences are not accepted.
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applicants must have the capacity to travel to any site or location within the operational area for a shift as requiredInformation for applicantsNSW Health Pathology is an equal chance 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****_004 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.This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children's Guardian.We may not progress applications if we don't feel you have spoken to your own experiences and demonstrated your capabilities without AI assistance.
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📌 Medical Laboratory Assistant - Casual - Cootamundra/Young At Nsw Health
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