Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Technical Assistant Grade 2
Remuneration: $64,364.88 - $66,830.31 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ670213
Location: Nepean Hospital
Application Closes: 28 June 2026 - 11:59pm
About the opportunity
Are you an employee that embodies Respect, Integrity, Teamwork an Excellence (RITEs) and want to kick start you career in Australia’s largest public pathology and forensic science service? NSW Health Pathology is hiring a permanent full time Medical Laboratory Assistant to join the Anatomical Pathology department at Nepean Hospital. If you are a detailed-orientated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, apply now!
What you'll be doing
Contribute to a high-quality pathology service. Perform pathology technical assistant duties including data entry for Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), reagent inventory management, storage and archiving of slides and blocks, and receiving and sending cases internal and external for second opinion including Multidisciplinary Team as required for timely diagnostic testing.
What we can offer you
Financial Benefits - Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits
Work-life balance - Up to 12 additional days off per year in addition to Annual Leave (for full-time employees)
Professional growth - Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning
Health & wellbeing - Fitness Passport gym discounts and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and families.
Interested in joining Australia’s largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions:
- Demonstrated ability to learn all aspects of the pre analytical environment.
- Demonstrated experience in Anatomical Pathology case archiving and retrieval, including managing the logistical coordination of cases for internal and external distribution for multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings, second opinions, and further diagnostic investigation.
- Demonstrated ability to manage tasks in a demanding environment where there are competing priorities and time constraints.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and customers, internal and external, supported by strong problem solving and analytical skills, with the capacity to investigate, interpret and resolve general issues efficiently.
- Willingness to operate and maintain pre analytical equipment as required.
- Proficient computer skills including high attention to detail and data accuracy.
- Demonstrated understanding of confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive information in a laboratory setting, following relevant legislation, policies, and requirements.
- Willingness to participate in a 24/7 rotating shift roster, including weekends, public holidays, and night shifts, and the ability to travel to any site or location within the operational area as required.
Information for applicants
NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We value, and welcome all suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
NSW Health Pathology is committed to providing accessibility and reasonable accommodations and ensuring our recruitment process is flexible, inclusive, and free from barriers, promoting equal opportunities for all to succeed. Please reach out if you need adjustments.
NSW Health Pathology is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce in public health. For Aboriginal candidates, support is available through the Stepping Up website
You must have valid working rights in Australia for the duration of the appointment to be eligible to apply.
All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2026_004 for more detail. The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.
An eligibility list may be created for similar vacancies in the future.
We encourage applicants to submit responses that reflect their own experiences and perspectives. Please note that applications that appear to be generated by AI tools or copied from external sources may not be considered.
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To learn more about NSWHP please visit “Life at NSW Health Pathology” or connect with us on LinkedIn!
