Pre Analytical Team Leader
About Us
Genomic Diagnostics was the first national genomic testing service to be established in Australia. It was created to provide consistent clinical oversight, quality, and access to expertise across the country.
We are a trusted testing partner for large teaching hospitals, federal and state government departments, and private practices all around Australia. They trust us because we listen to their needs, meet the highest quality and regulatory standards, and take pride in our meticulous scientific approach.
Genomic Diagnostics is proudly part of the Healius Pathology network, one of the largest providers of pathology services in the country, providing one in three pathology tests performed in the Australia
About The Role
The Preanalytical Team Leader is responsible for supervising and coordinating all aspects of preanalytical sample handling at Genomic Diagnostics, including sample receipt and processing, sample referrals to external laboratories and nucleic acid extraction, ensuring adherence to NPAAC/NATA ISO15189 requirements..
Responsibilities;
- Manage the pre-analytical team training / competency and rostering
- Proactively identify workflow and operational improvements to improve service delivery for better patient outcomes
- Perform, maintain, and coordinate pre-analytical work practices in a timely and efficient manner according to documented procedures, ensuring adherence to NPAAC/NATA ISO15189 requirements.
- Supervise and coordinate all aspects of preanalytical sample handling at Genomic Diagnostics, including sample receipt and processing, sample referrals to external laboratories and nucleic acid extraction.
- Manage the pre-analytical team training and rostering
- Manage all necessary communications with Healius business units and key stakeholders with regards to sample handling and issue resolution.
- Maintain/track appropriate levels of accuracy – minimal (<1%) data entry errors observed
- Coordinate the operation and maintenance of equipment, where applicable
- Coordinate the management of materials, equipment and consumables that arrive in the laboratory
- Use appropriate response to abnormal, urgent or time-sensitive requests
- Maintain accurate documentation and records
- Embedding and supporting team performance by recording direct-report KPIs through MyPulse
- Report all incidents/non-conformances at the time of occurrence or if delayed as per Healius incident reporting guidelines
About You
- Completion of Science degree or equivalent
- 2 plus years’ experience in Specimen Reception within a pathology laboratory
- Knowledge of the Ultra (Triple G) computer system would be an advantage
- Developed analytical problem solving and achieving/finding resolutions
- Proficient computer skills, excellent attention to detail
- Familiarity with medical terminology would be an advantage
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
Genomic Diagnostics 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.
How To Apply
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