Laboratory Assistant (Haematology)
Job No:
129043
Location:
Bowen Hills, Brisbane
- Are you seeking a varied and interesting laboratory position? This is the opportunity for you!
- Opportunity for career advancement with a well-respected industry leader!
- Excellent job security within a growing organisation!
About the Organisation
Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology is one of the largest pathology practices in Australia, providing comprehensive services to patients and doctors over a geographic area throughout Queensland and New South Wales and employing more than 2000 people.
Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology services the Brisbane metropolitan area and regional areas extending as far north as Cairns and south to Coffs Harbour and offers both routine testing and specialised testing for referral laboratories throughout Australia.
About the Opportunity
Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology has an exciting opportunity for a permanent, full-time Laboratory Assistant (Haematology) to join their team in Bowen Hills, Brisbane.
Responsibilities of the role will include, but not be limited to:
- Preparing and processing clinical specimens;
- Performing all tasks relevant to a particular laboratory assistant shift or particular section of the laboratory as specified in department manuals;
- Upholding quality standards within the laboratory by adhering to departmental quality system procedures;
- Complying with the occupational health and safety policy and programs to ensure personal health and safety, and the health and safety of others in the workplace;
- Cooperating with work colleagues, referrers and their patients to assist with the provision of reliable and efficient service levels;
- Participating in in-service training as appropriate and training other staff as required; and
- Performing special duties as required to contribute to the implementation of the strategic plan and to the effective functioning of a specific station, laboratory or organisation as a whole.
About You
The ideal candidate must have the following:
- Flexibility to work across day and evening shifts on both a weekday and weekend roster;
- Ability to be trained in specimen reception and some basic testing procedures;
- Ability to learn instrument maintenance and troubleshooting;
- Ability to prioritise work and work efficiently in a team environment;
- Strong attention to detail; and
- Ability to assist pathologists in the collection and processing of bone marrow specimens.
Please note: It is a requirement that you are vaccinated or immune against specified infectious diseases. Your manager will let you know what vaccinations are required as per "SNP - Staff Vaccinations - Procedures, Information, and Protocols". All costs pertaining to the Staff Vaccination Program are covered by the Practice.
About the Benefits
The high level of service provided by Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology is delivered by a dedicated staff comprising of pathologists, scientists, technicians, laboratory assistants, collection personnel, couriers, computer personnel, pathology services assistants and other support staff.
The organisation offers staff members the opportunity to improve their skills through ongoing training and provides an avenue for career development and advancement.
An attractive remuneration will be offered to the successful applicant.
In addition, permanent employees enjoy the following benefits:
- Parental and Adoption Leave - SNP staff receive 6 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave as per Collective Workplace Agreement;
- Staff Services Committee - provides functions and events for staff, fully funded by the Practice;
- Employee Assistance Program - a free, confidential and voluntary counselling service provided as a resource to employees of Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology, as well as immediate family, with the aim of assisting with the resolution of personal and work related problems which may affect quality of life or work performance;
- Private Health Insurance - staff have access to discounted private health insurance through MBF, HCF and Medibank Private;
- Pathology Services - staff and their immediate family (their children, partners and their parents) have access to bulk billed Pathology Services.
- X-Ray Services - staff and their immediate family (their children, partners and their parents) have access to bulk billed X-Ray and other diagnostic imaging through Queensland X-Ray;
- Smoke-Free Workplace - for those staff wanting to use nicotine replacement therapy in quitting, management provides a level of financial assistance towards the cost of nicotine replacement patches; and
- Secure Onsite Parking - free secure onsite parking for staff between the hours of 3pm and 3am (space availability permitting).
This is your chance to join a leading pathology company and enjoy outstanding benefits! Don't miss out ‐ APPLY NOW!
Please Note: Applications close Wednesday 6th November 2020.