Preanalytical Laboratory Team Leader

• Are you an enthusiastic individual interested in providing high-quality pathology service?
• Full-time Preanalytical Team Leader with full training provided - be part of a stable, growing industry!
• Receive an attractive hourly rate, strong job security and a great range of additional benefits!

Please note: This is not a collecting/phlebotomy position

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, the Northern Territory and New South Wales, employing more than 3000 people.

With many employees enjoying a 20+ year tenure, we deliver on the promise of learning, development, and career progression.

Fostering a true culture of support, we maintain an open-door policy, with each of our team members playing a role in patient care driven to ensure a top-quality service is provided.

About Your Next Opportunity

Applications are invited for a full-time Team Leader for the PIndara Preanalytical Department, incorporating laboratory knowledge, working with the Laboratory Manager, Supervisor and Assistant Supervisor.

You will work Monday-Friday, shifts from 6 am - 9 pm. Some weekend, holiday and public holiday coverage may be required.

Responsibilities of the position include:

• Coordination of the department, incoming work and provide feedback with regards to local operations to promote efficient and effective delivery, receipt and processing of pathology specimens 
• Effective team supervision ensuring compliance with all procedures, integrating improvements where required
• Providing training to new staff, assisting in ongoing competency and providing feedback
• Complying to occupational health and safety policies to safeguard both personal well-being and the safety of others in the workplace 
• Upholding quality standards by adhering to the Corporate Quality System Procedures

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Knowledge of the Gold Coast region is desirable
• Proven experience in a diagnostic pathology laboratory
• Qualifications in Laboratory Techniques, Healthcare or Science desirable but not essential
• Well-developed interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills and a strong team focus
• Aptitude for problem solving and troubleshooting
• Time management and organisational skills
• Strong Microsoft applications skills (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Commitment to high quality work and customer service
• Self-motivated with a high attention to detail, ability to be flexible, and a willingness to display initiative

We seek individuals who demonstrate a strong willingness to learn and excel in the role. This position offers a clear career path within the Specimen Reception Area (SRA) for dedicated individuals who show commitment and skill development, thereby becoming valuable long-term assets to Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology (SNP).

All enquiries will be treated in a confidential manner.

About the Benefits – Perks of the Job

You will be part of a welcoming team of dedicated health professionals with a focus on patient care. You will develop your skills through ongoing training, providing an avenue for career development and advancement. Moreover, we offer you the opportunity to be a part of a highly stable industry with significant ongoing growth.

This role comes with an attractive hourly rate and fantastic benefits, including: 

• Fitness Passport – staff have access to discounted gym memberships at any gym of their choice participating within the Fitness Passport agreement.
• Parental and Adoption Leave – SNP staff receive 12 weeks of paid parental leave and adoption leave as per our current CWA
• Employee Assistance Program – a free, confidential and voluntary counselling service provided as a resource to employees of SNP, as well as immediate family, with the aim of assisting with the resolution of personal and work-related problems which may affect the quality of life or work performance.
• Private Health Insurance – staff have access to discounted private health insurance through BUPA, HCF and Medibank Private.
• Pathology Services – staff and their immediate family (their children, partners and parents) have access to bulk billed Pathology Services.
• X-Ray Services – staff have access to bulk billed X-Ray and other diagnostic imaging through Queensland X-Ray.
• Smoke-Free Environment Policy - All SNP premises are smoke-free. There are no designated smoking areas on SNP premises.

This is your chance to join a leading pathology company and enjoy outstanding benefits! Don't miss out – APPLY NOW!