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SalaryEmployment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Technical Officer Grade 1/2
Remuneration: $63,725.98 - $91,786.58 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ467682
Location: Maitland Hospital
Applications Close: 3 March 2024 - 11:59pm
About the opportunity
NSW Health Pathology Maitland is seeking a Full Time Permanent Medical Laboratory Technician to join the dynamic team of multidisciplinary technical staff who are servicing the needs of the diverse and rapidly growing Hunter Valley region.
The Maitland Laboratory form part of the Public pathology network and consist of approximately 20 staff of varying grades. The New Maitland Hospital in Metford opened its doors in January 2022. This modern, purpose build laboratory has space for future growth and beautiful views. Being part of a growing community, but still within close proximity to Newcastle, will see the area grow and expand and provide exiting opportunities within the laboratory space. With the expansion of the hospital and the increase in beds and outpatient services, the demand on fast, accurate and high standard of service delivery is paramount in building the already well-developed relationship the laboratory staff has with the stakeholders. The friendly Maitland team is supportive, embrace change, and above all, set high standards for themselves and the team.
What we can offer you
- Accrued Days Off in addition to Annual Leave
- Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits
- Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
- · Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning
What you'll be doing
The Maitland laboratory is a 24-hour laboratory that perform a range of laboratory investigations by applying established methods and procedures, as directed. Being a multidisciplinary laboratory there is a requirement to perform front end activities in specimen reception, data entry during afternoon as well as weekend shifts and pathology testing in the following departments: biochemistry, haematology including blood film morphology and immunohaematology. Other responsibilities include analyser maintenance, quality control and activities as directed by senior staff to ensure ongoing compliance with NATA accreditation.
Interested in joining Australia’s largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions:
- Minimum qualification of Diploma in Laboratory Technology or an equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution with subjects relevant to pathology or Medical Laboratory operations
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the delivery of pathology services within a discipline relevant to the department, including use of Laboratory Information Systems, Patient Systems and Quality Systems
- Ability to work in a responsible and efficient manner and to manage competing priorities to meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment whilst working autonomously to deliver results within specified timeframes set to meet client expectations.
- Customer focused approach displaying well-developed interpersonal skills and good oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with customers and patients as well as clinical laboratory staff.
- Display initiative, problem solving and analytical skills including an ability to apply established principles in a pathology laboratory and investigate and resolve general and complex issues within the laboratory environment.
- Commitment to the principles of quality management and continuous quality improvement and to identify, develop and implement quality and service improvement activities.
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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 PD2023_022 Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious 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 two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine, as defined by NSW Health. Employees working in a clinical area or are required to attend clinical areas are considered category A. Category A positions are required to provide evidence of having received three doses of COVID-19 vaccine in accordance with the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (TGA) and meet the requirements of the Occupational Assessment Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. You will be required to provide a record of your COVID-19 vaccination status if successful.
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.
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The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.
Working Rights
This position is a permanent position. To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa.
Talent Pool
If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an eligibility list will be created for future permanent full time / part time, 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.
