Job Reference: 22210

Brand: Laverty Pathology

Location: Merewether

Job Type: Casual

Schedule: Shifts may vary from 6:30am - 8:00pm weekdays, 7:00am - 3:00pm weekends and on call.

At Healius, we're united by a shared purpose: making a difference to the future of Australia's health. Now is an exciting time to join us as we transform into a stronger, more agile organisation, with a focus on excellent customer and patient experiences, smarter ways of working and being a great place for our people to work.

This role is suited to people who enjoy helping others and want to do meaningful work. Pathology Collectors play a vital role in their community and are often the first person a patient meets on their healthcare journey, helping them feel comfortable, supported and confident they’re in good hands.

You’ll be part of a team that takes pride in delivering high-quality care and creating positive patient experiences every day. With supportive leaders, a robust team culture and a focus on recognising the moments that matter, you’ll have the support you need to grow and make a meaningful impact.

About Us

Healius is one of Australia's leading healthcare companies, committed to supporting quality, affordable and accessible healthcare for all Australians. Through our network of state-based and specialty brands, we provide high-quality diagnostic services that support clinicians to make informed decisions and improve patient outcomes.

With more than 80 medical laboratories and approximately 2,000 patient collection centres nationwide, we process approximately one in four Medicare-funded pathology tests each year,



supporting services that extend from some of Australia's largest and most complex private and public hospitals to regional areas and remote Indigenous communities.

About The Role

As a Pathology Collector, you will collect blood and non-blood samples across a range of settings while delivering a positive, professional and caring experience to every patient. In this position, you will be rostered across hospitals, patient collection centres and home visits, responding to varying patient needs and changing clinical priorities.

Key responsibilities:

- Collect blood and other pathology specimens with care, accuracy and attention to detail across hospitals, patient collection centres, aged care facilities and patient homes.
- Build strong relationships with patients, carers and healthcare professionals while delivering a positive patient experience.
- Prioritise collections and respond efficiently to changing clinical requirements.
- Travel between locations to complete scheduled and on-demand collections.
- Prepare and package specimens for transport in accordance with procedures and turnaround requirements.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with required processes.
- Follow all quality, safety and compliance requirements and support smooth day-to-day operations.

About You

For this position, we are seeking an experienced Pathology Collector who is reliable,



adaptable and passionate about delivering exceptional patient care.

Qualifications And Experience

- Certificate III in Pathology Collection is essential
- Previous experience in pathology collection, ideally across hospital, collection centre or community environments
- Healthcare experience in nursing, aged care, disability support or a related field will also be considered

Requirements

- Current unrestricted driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle
- Ability and willingness to travel between multiple locations
- A valid Working with Children Check (WWCC), or willingness to obtain one prior to commencement
- Ability to provide evidence of immunisation requirements, including Hepatitis B
- Reside within 25km of Lingard Hospital or Hunter Valley Private Hospital

Key Skills And Attributes

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with patients and healthcare professionals
- Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary healthcare teams
- Excellent organisation, time management and prioritisation skills
- Adaptability and flexibility to work across a range of environments and changing clinical demands
- Sound judgement, professionalism and a commitment to delivering exceptional patient care

We believe everyone leads, no matter what role they are in. Our ways of leading are the behaviours we expect our people to embody: Customer Focused, Accountable, Collaborative, Credible and Resourceful.

Benefits, Perks And Wellbeing

At Healius, we offer a range of benefits d

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