Job Description
Location
Mile End SA 5031
Benefits
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Laboratory Assistant
Job reference: #17228
Brand: Dorevitch Pathology
Location: 46 Sir Donald Bradman, Mile End SA 5031 (Abbott Pathology)
Work type: Full Time (Permanent)38 hours per week
Schedule: Ability to participate in a 24/7 roster. Various shifts between Monday to Sunday and Public Holidays, as required.
About us
Dorevitch Pathology is a Healius business. Healius has an expansive network of over 100 medical laboratories and 2000 patient collection centres operating across metropolitan, regional and remote Australia. We provide 1 in every 3 pathology services in Australia, extending from exclusively servicing some of Australia’s largest and most complex private and public hospitals, to small Indigenous Australian communities. This means that you will be working in a business large enough to offer you job stability & security, interstate mobility and the opportunity to fulfil your career ambitions.
About the role
We are seeking an individual who is highly motivated to become part of a passionate and engaged team. This position is responsible for the processing of specimens for Laboratory testing as well
as preparation and dispatch of specimens to Core laboratories. The lab assistant role also performs general laboratory duties, equipment maintenance, administrative tasks and responding to phone enquires in a professional manner and escalating them as required.Your key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:
Routine receipting and processing of specimens; including operation and maintenance of analysers
Pre and post analytical specimen handling
Identification and prioritisation of urgent specimens
Filing and storage of specimens and data entry
Assisting Scientists in the Lab as required
Continuous learning of processing requirements of different types of samples for different tests
Staying up to date with processing updates
Respond to result, sample requirements and general queries
Identifying and resolving problems on at the pre-analytic stage
About you
To be considered for this position, you will need to have a great blend of skills, including:
Specimen processing and data entry experience
Excellent customer service and communication skills
The ability to cope and thrive in a busy environment
Ability to work with minimal supervision and work as a team
Understanding the importance of following procedures accurately
A willingness to adhere to departmental and organisational policies and procedures
Previous laboratory experience and exposure to medical terminology would be desirable, but not essential
Certificate III in Laboratory Techniques or Pathology Collection is desirable
.
Benefits and Wellbeing
As part of working for Healius, you will have access to a range of benefits including:
Benefits platform - Reduce the impact of the cost of living with everyday savings with 500+ of Australia's most-loved brands, (from the weekly grocery shop to premium perks like holidays).
Fitness Passport – Access top fitness centres & pools across Australia at a subsidised rate.
Corporate health insurance discounts, banking benefits and novated leasing salary packaging.
Career growth and development opportunities with access to a comprehensive library of online courses and learning paths via our e-learning platform.
Confidential health and well-being support through our Employee Assistance Program, available to all employees and their family members.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
Dorevitch Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We seek to recruit from diverse applicants and create teams with skills, perspectives and experiences that complement each other at work. We welcome suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, socio-cultural background, disability, ****** orientation or gender identity.
Healius is a part of the Commonwealth Government's Veteran Employment Committment (VEC) and has been recognised as a Veteran Employment Supporter. Veterans and candidates with Australian Defence Force (ADF) experience are encouraged to apply.
Vaccination Requirements
Vaccine preventable disease evidence such as Hepatitis B is a requirement of this role
Other vaccinations based on location may be required / setting
Dorevitch Pathology is committed to providing a safe working environment and taking all reasonably practicable steps to ensure that its people and the community are protected against vaccine-preventable diseases. The Australian Immunisation Handbook lists the immunisations recommended for health care workers.
How To Apply
Please click the ‘Apply Now’ button to complete the pre-screening questions and submit your application.
If you would like further details please email [email protected].
See more of our jobs at www.healiuscareers.com and follow us on LinkedIn.
Healius is committed to responding to every applicant.
Mile End SA 5031
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Full job description
Laboratory Assistant
Job reference: #17228
Brand: Dorevitch Pathology
Location: 46 Sir Donald Bradman, Mile End SA 5031 (Abbott Pathology)
Work type: Full Time (Permanent)38 hours per week
Schedule: Ability to participate in a 24/7 roster. Various shifts between Monday to Sunday and Public Holidays, as required.
About us
Dorevitch Pathology is a Healius business. Healius has an expansive network of over 100 medical laboratories and 2000 patient collection centres operating across metropolitan, regional and remote Australia. We provide 1 in every 3 pathology services in Australia, extending from exclusively servicing some of Australia’s largest and most complex private and public hospitals, to small Indigenous Australian communities. This means that you will be working in a business large enough to offer you job stability & security, interstate mobility and the opportunity to fulfil your career ambitions.
About the role
We are seeking an individual who is highly motivated to become part of a passionate and engaged team. This position is responsible for the processing of specimens for Laboratory testing as well
as preparation and dispatch of specimens to Core laboratories. The lab assistant role also performs general laboratory duties, equipment maintenance, administrative tasks and responding to phone enquires in a professional manner and escalating them as required.Your key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:
Routine receipting and processing of specimens; including operation and maintenance of analysers
Pre and post analytical specimen handling
Identification and prioritisation of urgent specimens
Filing and storage of specimens and data entry
Assisting Scientists in the Lab as required
Continuous learning of processing requirements of different types of samples for different tests
Staying up to date with processing updates
Respond to result, sample requirements and general queries
Identifying and resolving problems on at the pre-analytic stage
About you
To be considered for this position, you will need to have a great blend of skills, including:
Specimen processing and data entry experience
Excellent customer service and communication skills
The ability to cope and thrive in a busy environment
Ability to work with minimal supervision and work as a team
Understanding the importance of following procedures accurately
A willingness to adhere to departmental and organisational policies and procedures
Previous laboratory experience and exposure to medical terminology would be desirable, but not essential
Certificate III in Laboratory Techniques or Pathology Collection is desirable
.
Benefits and Wellbeing
As part of working for Healius, you will have access to a range of benefits including:
Benefits platform - Reduce the impact of the cost of living with everyday savings with 500+ of Australia's most-loved brands, (from the weekly grocery shop to premium perks like holidays).
Fitness Passport – Access top fitness centres & pools across Australia at a subsidised rate.
Corporate health insurance discounts, banking benefits and novated leasing salary packaging.
Career growth and development opportunities with access to a comprehensive library of online courses and learning paths via our e-learning platform.
Confidential health and well-being support through our Employee Assistance Program, available to all employees and their family members.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
Dorevitch Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We seek to recruit from diverse applicants and create teams with skills, perspectives and experiences that complement each other at work. We welcome suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, socio-cultural background, disability, ****** orientation or gender identity.
Healius is a part of the Commonwealth Government's Veteran Employment Committment (VEC) and has been recognised as a Veteran Employment Supporter. Veterans and candidates with Australian Defence Force (ADF) experience are encouraged to apply.
Vaccination Requirements
Vaccine preventable disease evidence such as Hepatitis B is a requirement of this role
Other vaccinations based on location may be required / setting
Dorevitch Pathology is committed to providing a safe working environment and taking all reasonably practicable steps to ensure that its people and the community are protected against vaccine-preventable diseases. The Australian Immunisation Handbook lists the immunisations recommended for health care workers.
How To Apply
Please click the ‘Apply Now’ button to complete the pre-screening questions and submit your application.
If you would like further details please email [email protected].
See more of our jobs at www.healiuscareers.com and follow us on LinkedIn.
Healius is committed to responding to every applicant.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Laboratory Assistant position is now open for candidates interested in the Lab Technician / Pharmacist Jobs sector. This role in Mile End offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Lab Technician / Pharmacist Jobs is a plus.
