About the Opportunity
New South Wales Health Pathology is seeking a proactive and solution-oriented Technical Officer to join our Central Specimen Reception team at Westmead Hospital – ICPMR.
This role involves contributing directly to patient care, working collaboratively with pathologists, scientists, technical assistants, and healthcare professionals to ensure the timely and efficient processing of patient specimens.
The ideal candidate will possess strong critical thinking, communication, organisation skills and have excellent attention to detail to help maintain the accuracy and integrity of our daily operations.
Key Responsibilities
* Perform a range of supervisory and technical tasks in the Central Specimen Reception Department by applying established methods and procedures, as directed.
* Duties include the supervision and delegation of specimen reception tasks and workflow, training of technical assistant staff, taking part in the initial data entry and processing of specimens, verification of specialised test results, preparation of materials and the maintenance of equipment in line with established laboratory processes, procedures and protocols.
Requirements
* Minimum qualification of Diploma in Laboratory Technology or an equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution with subjects relevant to pathology or medical laboratory operations.
* Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the delivery of pathology services within a discipline relevant to the department, including use of Laboratory Information Systems, Patient Systems and Quality Systems.
* Ability to work in a responsible and efficient manner and to manage competing priorities to meet deadlines.
* Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment whilst working autonomously to deliver results within specified timeframes set to meet client expectations.
What We Offer
* Accrued Days Off in addition to Annual Leave
* Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits
* Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
* Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning