Job reference: 21168 Brand: Dorevitch Pathology

Location:
Heidelberg Work type: Max Term 12 months Schedule: 38 hrs per week. Rotating roster which may include evenings, weekends and public holidays. At Healius, we're united by a shared purpose: making a difference to the future of Australia's health. There's never been a more exciting time to join us as we transform into a stronger, more agile organisation with a focus on innovative ways of working, excellent customer and patient experiences and being a excellent place to work. A career in laboratory operations can be both rewarding and meaningful. The work our laboratory teams do underpins every diagnostic result, supporting clinicians to make informed decisions for their patients. Laboratory Technicians play an important role in delivering accurate and reliable diagnostic testing through routine laboratory procedures, quality processes and equipment maintenance. With structured training, supportive leaders and a collaborative team environment, this role provides opportunities to further develop your technical capability and laboratory expertise.

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 Laboratory Technician, you will perform routine diagnostic testing and laboratory procedures, ensuring specimens are processed efficiently and results are reported accurately. You will contribute to maintaining quality standards, equipment performance and continuous improvement across the laboratory.

Key responsibilities




• Perform routine diagnostic testing and laboratory procedures using a range of techniques under scientific supervision
• Prepare samples and assist with tissue preparation and other laboratory processes as required
• Conduct quality control testing for assays, reviewing and documenting results in line with laboratory procedures
• Perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting of laboratory equipment and instrumentation
• Accurately complete documentation, including maintenance records, quality logs and incident reports
• Identify and escalate equipment faults, process issues or quality concerns
• Participate in internal and external quality assurance programs
• Contribute to workflow improvements and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain stock levels and assist with inventory management where required
• Support specimen reception activities as needed, including handling and processing samples About You To be successful in the role, you will have some prior experience working in a laboratory environment and be looking to take the next step in developing your technical capability. You enjoy hands-on work, take pride in accuracy and are motivated to continue building your skills in the laboratory. Qualifications and Experience
• Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques, Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Pathology), or equivalent
• OR Associate Diploma or relevant tertiary qualification in Medical Laboratory Science or related discipline
• Previous experience in a laboratory assistant, technician or aide role or similar
• Knowledge of quality assurance systems and laboratory procedures Requirements Ability to provide evidence of immunisation requirements, including Hepatitis B Key Skills and Attributes
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to follow procedures and work within regulated environments




• Good organisational and time management skills
• Strong communication and teamwork capabilities
• Problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to learning
• Commitment to quality, safety and continuous improvement 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 designed to support your wellbeing, lifestyle and career, including:
• Access to retailer discounts and perks through the Flare Benefits platform
• Health and financial benefits, including access to Fitness Passport, corporate health insurance discounts, banking benefits, novated leasing and salary packaging options
• Free and confidential wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted childcare and babysitting services via Kiddo
• Access to online learning, courses and development pathways to support your career growth Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Healius is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, inclusive and merit-based recruitment practices. We stive to build diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve, valuing people across different life stages, genders, cultural backgrounds, ages and professional experiences. All applicants are assessed equitably based on their ability to meet the requirements of the role. Healius is part of the Commonwealth Government’s Veteran Employment Commitment (VEC) and has been recognised as a Veteran Employment Supporter. We encourage applications from veterans and candidates with Australian Defence Force (ADF) experience.

How To Apply
Please click the ‘Apply Now’ button to apply via our careers site. Healius is committed to responding to every applicant, regardless of outcome. Timeframes may vary depending on the role and volume of applications. To explore more opportunities, visit careers.healius.com.au and follow us on LinkedIn. Keep up to date with future opportunities by joining our talent community.

📌 Laboratory Technician (Australia)
🏢 Healius
📍 Australia