Laboratory Technician (Haematology)

• Are you a people-focused individual interested in providing high-quality care and customer service?
• Full-time opportunity 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!

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 3000 people.

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

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

About the Opportunity

Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology has an exciting opportunity for a permanent, full-time Laboratory Technician (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;
• Management (including maintenance and troubleshooting) of laboratory automation;
• Work closely with the scientific team to ensure positive outcomes for our patients; 
• Assist pathologists in the collection and processing of bone marrow specimens;
• Performing all tasks relevant to a particular laboratory technician shift or a 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:

• An associate degree, advanced diploma or diploma in medical laboratory science;
• A passion to pursue a career in the Pathology industry; 
• Flexibility to work across the 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.

About the Benefits

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!