Medical Laboratory Technician - Dissection Technician - Anatomical Pathology

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

1. Diploma in Laboratory Technology or equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution with subjects relevant to Anatomical Pathology practice.
2. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in a high-volume histology laboratory with skills in specimen dissection and/or documented competency and performance of direct transfers (+/- simple dissection), embedding, microtomy, staining and processing a variety of tissue types, including the use of Laboratory Information Systems, Patient Systems and Quality Systems.
3. Well-developed interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with familiarity of terminology required for specimen dissection.
4. Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning and development, as well as a high level of initiative.
5. Sound decision making capability with an unblemished track record in relation to specimen handling and patient safety in the context of the role.
6. Demonstrated ability to work as a collaborative team member whilst working autonomously, recognising limits and escalation requirements for the role.
7. Sound understanding of the framework and guidelines pertaining to pre-analytical and specimen cut-up requirements in a diagnostic laboratory.
8. Commitment to quality and customer service improvement, maintaining flexibility to meet service and patient needs.

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Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases

This is a Category A position. All Category A applicants must read and understand NSW Health Policy Directive PD2022_030 Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Diseases. All recruits must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy. All recruits must provide evidence against specified diseases and comply with the requirements of this policy at their own cost prior to appointment.

All NSW Health workers are required to have completed a primary course of a COVID-19 vaccine which has been approved or recognised by the Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA). Additionally, Category A workers are required to receive a booster dose three months after completing the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations. New applicants must have completed the vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health, or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate (IM011 immunisation medical exemption form) certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID-19 vaccines available in NSW. 

Acceptable proof of vaccination is the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement or AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate. Booster doses are highly recommended for all health care workers who have completed the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations.  

New to NSW Health Pathology? 

The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.

Talent Pool

If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an eligibility list will be created for future temporary and casual vacancies.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion 

NSW Health 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, sexual orientation or gender identity.