Medical Laboratory Assistant - Histology

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time
Position Classification:Technical Assistant Grade 2
Remuneration:$66,939.37 - $69,503.42 per annum + superannuation
Hours Per Week:38
Requisition ID:REQ703044
Location: Royal North Shore Hospital
Applications Close:16 November 2026 - 11:59pm

About the opportunity

The Histology Laboratory of NSW Health Pathology at Royal North Shore Hospital is seeking a Permanent Full Time Technical Assistant. This is a great opportunity to gain experience in Anatomical Pathology and learn about the vital role medical laboratories play in supporting patients and communities through the examination of human tissues and organs.

The Histology Laboratory forms part of the Anatomical Pathology Department at the NSW Health Pathology St Leonards Campus. In this role, you will primarily be based in the Cut Up Room of the Histology Laboratory, where you will work alongside and support a friendly team of Pathologists, Registrars, and Scientists.

What you'll be doing

Contribute to a high-quality pathology service. Perform pathology specimen reception duties including 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 you

Financial Perks - Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits

Work-life Balance - Up to 12 additional days off per year in addition to Annual Leave

Professional Growth - Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning

Health & Wellbeing - Fitness Passport gym discounts and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and families.





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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.

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📌 Medical Laboratory Assistant - Histology (Sydney)
🏢 Nsw Health Pathology
📍 Sydney