Laboratory Assistant

• Routine receipting and processing of specimens; including operation and maintenance of analysers
• Pre and post analytical specimen handling
• Identification and prioritisation of urgent specimens
• Filing and storage of specimens and data entry
• Assisting Scientists in the Lab as required
• Continuous learning of processing requirements of different types of samples for different tests
• Staying up to date with processing updates
• Respond to result, sample requirements and general queries
• Identifying and resolving problems on at the pre-analytic stage

• Specimen processing and data entry experience
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• The ability to cope and thrive in a busy environment
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and work as a team
• Understanding the importance of following procedures accurately
• A willingness to adhere to departmental and organisational policies and procedures
• Previous laboratory experience and exposure to medical terminology would be desirable, but not essential
• Certificate III in Laboratory Techniques or Pathology Collection is desirable

• 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

• Vaccine preventable disease evidence such as Hepatitis B is a requirement of this role
• Other vaccinations based on location may be required / setting