About the role:
The Muswellbrook Hospital Pathology Collection Unit operates six days a week and is seeking a skilled technician for a temporary, 6-month role. This position involves performing venepuncture and other specimen collection duties, providing vital support for hematological investigations. Supported by our Clinical Nurse Manager and collaborative team environment, your shifts will pass across 2 5 hours shifts per week plus 1 Saturday shift per fortnight.

Where you will be working:
Muswellbrook is nestled in the picturesque vineyards of the world-renowned Hunter Valley wine region, where visitors can savour local delicacies, enjoy scenic drives, and explore celebrated national art galleries. Take a leisurely stroll along the 4.5km Muswellbrook Heritage Walk and discover 40 fascinating historical landmarks. Venture beyond Muswellbrook to discover Mount Royal, Barrington Tops and Lake Glenbawn. Conveniently located, Muswellbrook is less than a three-hour drive from Sydney and less than two hours from Newcastle.

What we can offer you:

• At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• ADO's each month (for full time employees)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
• Superannuation contributions
• Salary packaging options
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

Additional Information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Jordan Betteridge on Jordan.Betteridge@health.nsw.gov.au

Information for Applicants:
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.