Pathology Services Assistant (Gold Coast)

• Are you seeking a varied and interesting part-time administration position? This is the opportunity for you!
• Experience in a healthcare / medical setting is desirable, but not essential - comprehensive training is provided!
• Attractive base salary & an outstanding range of 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 Your Next Opportunity

Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology now has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Pathology Services Assistant to work in the Gold Coast Preanalytical Hub, located at Highland Park.

The successful applicant will be required to participate in a rotating roster that will cover the hours of 9.00 am to 7.00 pm, Monday to Friday. Participation in weekends (8.00 am to 4.00 pm) and public holiday shifts will also be required. 

Key responsibilities of this position include:

• Specimen registration and processing;
• Pre-analytical preparation and processing, including centrifuging and aliquoting of specimens;
• Packing samples for transport, batching and dispatching;
• Data entry;
• Answering phone calls and assisting callers; and
• Assisting in other areas of the department as required.

The role requires an enthusiastic attitude and an employment history that shows initiative, attention to detail and a proven ability to work in a busy environment. The successful applicant will possess knowledge of medical terminology, specimen processing, and data entry experience, as well as excellent customer service and communication skills. Experience with the Apollo LIS, specimen transport and/or laboratory operations will be an advantage.

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 base salary 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!