Job reference: #20324
Brand: Western Diagnostic Pathology
Location: Broome
Job type: Casual
(if the suburbs above aren’t what you are looking for please look at our other roles available).
Why You Will Be Excited About This Role
At Western Diagnostic Pathology (a part of Healius), we all have one thing in common, we are passionate about making a difference to the health of Australians.
As a Commercial Pathology Collector, you will be at the forefront of this as you provide pathology collection for multiple different business contracts.
You will be able to do what you do best – provide quality patient care - with the support and resources provided, whilst also building strong connections and being integral to the local communities you work in and the organisations we partner with.
You will be a part of something pretty special as you join our network of passionate pathology collectors and our mission to be the best pathology provider in Australia.
About Us
Healius has an expansive network of over 100 medical laboratories and 2000 patient collection centres operating across metropolitan, regional and remote Australia. We provide 1 in every 3 pathology services in Australia, extending from exclusively servicing some of Australia’s largest and most complex private and public hospitals, to small Indigenous Australian communities. This means that you will be working in a business large enough to offer you job stability & security, interstate mobility and the opportunity to fulfil your career ambitions.
Why You Will Like Working Here
There are some exciting things happening at Western Diagnostic Pathology and the wider Healius business as we transform the way we work.
As a Pathology Collector, we offer a range of different roles to work around you - full time, part time and casual, available across local clinics, meaning a short commute to work and more time spent with your loved ones.
You will be supported and given the resources to thrive in your job, this means regular check ins from your manager and ongoing support.
You will be recognised for your contribution & the impact you make to the lives of our customers with our Reward & Recognition program, and milestones will be celebrated, (many of our collectors have worked with us for 5+, 10+ and even 20+ years!).
Looking to grow your career? We have clear career progression paths that include advancement to business managerial roles across broader areas, including ongoing education and support to attain this.
What You Will Be Doing
As a Commercial Pathology Collector (Phlebotomist), you will be collecting specimen samples from patients, including commercial drugs of abuse testing for multiple different contracts and on-call responsibilities associated with these, involving incident response.
You will be participating in an on-call roster, and required to be available 24/7 when on call, with variety in your day to day as you conduct both mobile and on-site collections.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Collecting samples with care and attention for different contracts, specifically for drug and alcohol testing
- Keeping meticulous records for every patient and sample
- Delivering documentation within strict turnaround times
- Preparing and packaging specimens for transport and testing
- Liaising with a range of different people including customers, clinic staff and couriers
- Collect urine and saliva specimens following established hygiene protocols
- Perform COVID-19 swabs in line with clinical and infection control procedures
What Type of Person Will Be Successful
We believe everyone leads, no matter what role they are in. Our ways of leading are the behaviours that we expect our people to embody and are: Customer Focused, Accountable, Collaborative, Credible & Resourceful.
To be successful in this role, you will be an experienced Pathology Collector, ideally with a Cert III in Pathology Collection.
These are the type of attributes & skills you would possess:
- A demonstrated experience and knowledge in Phlebotomy/ Certificate III in Pathology Collection or a healthcare background
- Excellent customer service and communication skills, with a high level of empathy
- You are organised, with strong time management and attention to detail
- You are able to work autonomously, sometimes working independently in a solo clinic
- You hold a valid Driver's license and have flexibility to travel to multiple clinics
- You hold a working with Children’s Check or be willing to obtain one
- You must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work
Vaccination Requirements
- Vaccine preventable disease evidence such as Hepatitis B is a requirement of this role
- Other vaccinations based on location may be required / setting
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Benefits, Perks and Wellbeing
As part of working for Healius, you will have access to a range of benefits & perks including:
- Benefits platform - Reduce the impact of the cost of living with everyday savings with 500+ of Australia's most-loved brands, (from the weekly grocery shop to premium perks like holidays).
- Fitness Passport – Access top fitness centres & pools across Australia at a subsidised rate.
- Corporate health insurance discounts, banking benefits and novated leasing salary packaging.
- Career growth and development opportunities with access to a comprehensive library of online courses and learning paths via our e-learning platform.
- Confidential health and well-being support through our Employee Assistance Program, available to all employees and their family members.
Our Commitment to Diversity And Inclusion
Western Diagnostic Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We seek to recruit from diverse applicants and create teams with skills, perspectives and experiences that complement each other at work. We welcome suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, socio-cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
Healius is a part of the Commonwealth Government's Veteran Employment Committment (VEC) and has been recognised as a Veteran Employment Supporter. Veterans and candidates with Australian Defence Force (ADF) experience are encouraged to apply.
