AddressJob reference: #6703
Brand: Laverty Pathology
Location: Sydney Metro North Region
Work type: Part Time (Permanent) 38.00 hours per week
Schedule: Various shifts between Monday to Sunday and Public Holidays, as required
About us
Laverty Pathology is part of Healius Limited, one of Australia's leading healthcare companies, Healius is synonymous with quality, affordable and accessible healthcare for all Australians. It has an expansive network of pathology laboratories, collection centres and diagnostic imaging centres. Through this footprint and its 10,500+ people, Healius provides specialty diagnostic services to consumers and their referring practitioners. Healius provides quality healthcare services that are easily accessible and cost efficient, while supporting the coordination and continuity of quality patient care.
About the role
We are seeking an individual who is highly motivated to become part of a passionate and engaged team. Your key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:
- Collect samples (blood and non-blood) with care and attention
- Keep meticulous records for every patient and sample
- Prepare and package specimens for transport and testing
About you
To be considered for this position, you will need to have a great blend of skills, including:
- Show a high level of empathy, communication, and customer service
- Strong time management, interpersonal and organisational skills
- A willingness and confidence to work independently in a solo clinic
- Vaccine preventable disease evidence such as Hepatitis B and COVID-19 are a requirement of this role
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge in Phlebotomy or a Certificate III in Pathology Collection would be advantageous
Training
All of our new Pathology Collector positions will receive full training upon commencement.
Talent pool
If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an eligibility list may be created for future vacancies.
Pathology Collectors
At Healius, we are proud to be one of Australia's leading healthcare companies. We are committed to the wellbeing of our people, customers, and communities which we serve. To support this, we have introduced a Vaccination Policy that requires all our employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to limited medical exemptions. Our diverse team of more than 13,500 healthcare professionals are passionate about applying their knowledge and expertise to deliver world-class health services to the people in our communities!
Laverty Pathology is part of Healius, we're committed to supporting practitioners by delivering timely, accurate, and high-quality diagnostic results. We have a team of more than 2,000 people who work year-round to deliver results. While our core laboratory is in North Ryde, we have around 20 laboratories across NSW and the ACT - many based in hospitals - to ensure we can get results back to doctors as soon as possible. We also have more than 600 collection centres for patients to visit at their convenience. In addition to this, we provide several Workplace Health & Safety testings for commercial clients.
We are currently seeking Part time Pathology Collectors to join our team at Metro North/Northern Beaches, NSW, current suburbs are Balgowlah, Brookvale, Chatswood, Cremorne, Dee Why, East Killara, Gordon, Lane Cove, Linfield, Neutral Bay, Newport, North Sydney and St Leonards. This role is responsible for performing Venepunctures, ECG and Holter Monitor tests and other specimen collections as requested by referring practitioners.
A typical day may include the following:
- Collection of blood and routine non-blood specimens from adult and paediatric patients.
- Collection of samples according to AS/NZS 4308:2008 for Drugs of Abuse testing.
- Performing ECG (Electrocardiography) and Holter Monitoring
- Performing other diagnostic procedures, such as, Spirometry and Blood Pressure Monitoring
- Attending to the empathetic care of patients, before, during and after sample collection
- Delivering an excellent level of customer service and meaningful communication with patients/clients.
- Attending to the care, storage, and processing of pathology specimens
- Attending to paperwork and associated clerical duties to ensure all details are correct in a timely manner
- Accurately recording information relating to patients and specimens
- Communicating effectively with Laverty couriers for any urgent and critical specimens.
- Compliance and adherence with Laverty Pathology policies and procedures, and Workplace Health and Safety procedures.
- Ensuring housekeeping and stock supplies at Collection centres are maintained to Laverty procedural standards
- Working alone (when appropriate), participating in weekend and rotating roster as well as out of hours roster in any of our collection centres with a designated area.
To be successful in this role, you will require:
Essential
- Full vaccination against COVID-19
- Immunity for Hepatitis B
- Basic computer skills
- The ability to:
- communicate effectively with Collections teams, referring Doctors, Patients, and other Stakeholders
- demonstrate an understanding and dedication to patient care and customer service delivery standards
- demonstrate sound organisational skills and problem-solving skills
- prioritise and work under pressure
- understand and ensure compliance with WH&S policies and guidelines, to maintain a safe and healthy workplace
- Share the company's vision, culture, and values through respect for all
Preferred
- Your own car and valid Driver's Licence
- A certificate III in Pathology Collection
- Competence in collection of samples according to AS/NZS 4308:2008 for Drugs of Abuse testing
- Previous pathology collection experience of at least 6 months
We pride ourselves in providing a positive and supportive workplace environment with a variety of employee benefits and recognition of service. We provide hands on training, career development and the opportunity to work with leading pathologists and scientists.
If you are interested in being a part of Laverty Pathology's success, please click ‘Apply' and submit your resume, together with a cover letter, which addresses the above role requirements
It is a requirement that a current Working with Children Check Clearance is provided upon commencement of employment.
Only applicants with the right to work in Australia may apply.
Please be advised that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Employee benefits and wellbeing
- Access to a marketplace of exclusive discounts and vouchers from leading Australian and online retailers.
- An e-learning platform with access to a library of courses and learning paths.
- An Employee Assistance Program dedicated to employee health and wellbeing provided by professional coaches.
- Corporate health insurance discounts, banking benefits and novated leasing consultations.
How to apply
Applicants are encouraged to apply online, submitting a current resume and cover letter.
- Please click the 'Apply now' button to complete the pre-screening questions and submit your application.
Right to work, background checks and clearances
You must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work. The selection process may include relevant background and clearance checks to assist in determining your suitability for the role.
Vaccination requirements
As per the Healius Group COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, Laverty 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. To support this, we require all employees to have completed a primary course of a COVID-19 vaccine which has been approved or recognised by the Therapeutic Goods Administration, or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
Laverty 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.
Thank you in advance for your interest in working with us. For more information, please visit www.healius.com.au or follow us on LinkedIn.
