Laboratory Assistant
Job reference: #10918
Brand: Dorevitch Pathology
Location: 16 - 18 Banksia Street, Heidelberg VIC 3084 (Dorevitch Pathology)
Work type: Full Time/Part Time (Permanent) hours per week.
Schedule: Various shifts between Monday to Sunday and Public Holidays, as required.
About us
Dorevitch 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:
- Vacancies currently exist for Grade 2 Laboratory Assistants at our central laboratory in Heidelberg to help with the receipt and processing of pathology specimens in our Specimen Reception Department.
- Be part of our dynamic team where your self-motivation, enthusiasm, and teamwork will complement your technical abilities in this pivotal role. You will be responsible for prompt receipting, ID checking, sorting, and accessioning of pathology specimens as well as helping oversee the laboratory's automation system.
- These are permanent positions with rotating shifts, including evening shifts and weekend work.
- These opportunities are entry-level and will suit candidates looking to gain experience in a medical laboratory setting, looking to get into the workforce or re-joining the workforce.
- No experience needed. Training provided on the job.
About you
To be considered for this position, you will need to have a great blend of skills, including:
- A willingness to adhere to departmental and organisational policies and procedures
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Accurate data entry skills
- Commitment toward excellent customer service
- Have an appreciation for quality and confidentiality
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Ability to work efficiently in a team
- Ability to participate in a 24/7 roster
- Ability to be on your feet for extended periods
- Detail focused
- Candidates who have previous experience in pathology, particularly in Specimen Reception and have experience operating laboratory automation systems, along with a Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques will be well regarded however not essential to this role.
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Benefits and Wellbeing
As part of working for Healius, you will have access to a range of benefits including:
- A marketplace of exclusive discounts and vouchers from leading Australian and online retailers.
- Corporate health insurance discounts, banking benefits and novated leasing consultations.
- 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.
- Fitness Passport – access fitness centres across Australia at a subsidised rate
- Career growth opportunities across the Healius network
- Being a part of a large ASX-listed organization focused on delivering positive outcomes to all Australians
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, sexual orientation or gender identity.
Healius is committed to supporting Veteran Employment - 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.
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