Interested in joining Australia’s largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions:

1. A working knowledge of, or demonstrated ability to learn, all aspects of the laboratory environment relevant to the Department.
2. Demonstrated ability to manage tasks in a demanding environment where there are competing priorities and time constraints.
3. Demonstrated customer service experience and skills, preferably in a laboratory workplace, including the ability to communicate effectively with customers, patients and clinical staff.
4. Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills combined with the ability to investigate and resolve general issues.
5. Excellent data entry skills including high attention to detail and data accuracy
6. Awareness of legislation, policies and requirements relevant to a laboratory setting.

More principles and policies are being established to support hiring managers identify AI formed responses. We may not progress applications if we don’t feel you have spoken to your own experiences and demonstrated your capabilities without AI assistance.

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.

- All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2026_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.

- We encourage applicants to submit responses that reflect their own experiences and perspectives.

Need more information?

- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Kimiko Blendell on *@health.nsw.gov.au To learn more about NSWHP please visit “Life at NSW Health Pathology” or connect with us on LinkedIn!

📌 Medical Laboratory Assistant - Histology (St Leonards)
🏢 NSW Health
📍 St Leonards