Why Join RMH?
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Pathology technician - Grade 2 role in our Anatomical Pathology Department
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Enjoy casual loading and yearly EBA rate increases
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Flexible rostering options to suit your lifestyle needs
About the role
Join the Anatomical Pathology team at The Royal Melbourne Hospital and support the delivery of high-quality diagnostic and patient care services. In this varied role, you will provide technical and administrative support across Histology, Cytology, Anatomical Pathology Administration and the Mortuary, helping to ensure the efficient operation of the laboratory.
Working collaboratively with pathologists, scientists, laboratory technicians and administrative staff, you will assist with mortuary services, deceased patient management, laboratory operations and administrative processes. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to quality patient care within one of Victoria's leading public health services.
Key Accountabilities
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Manage deceased patient records and laboratory specimen disposal, including chemical and waste management.
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Monitor laboratory temperature control and maintain laboratory chemicals and stock.
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Handle slide/block file management, including receiving and sending out slides/blocks.
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Prepare reports, select slides for meetings, and archive laboratory materials as needed.
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Perform additional errands and tasks as requested.
About You
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Relevant TAFE or tertiary qualification (Certificate, diploma, degree) in health sciences or related fields.
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Laboratory experience preferred but not essential, with preference for mortuary duties experience.
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Applicants with funeral industry experience are encouraged to apply.
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Provide technical and administrative support to the Anatomical Pathology department after training.
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Available to participate in staff meetings and education where appropriate.
Benefits of Working at RMH
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Join a values-based organisation offering great opportunities for career diversity and professional development, including training and research opportunities, as well as access to mentorship and leadership programs.
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Access to comprehensive health and wellbeing programs, including Employee Assistance and Fitness Passport.
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Up to $12,000 tax free earnings with salary packaging options.
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Generous leave entitlements – five weeks annual leave per year (pro-rata for part time), additional monthly paid day off for full time staff.
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Central Parkville location – onsite car parking options, easily accessible via public transport.
Interested?
Click Apply to review the full job description and to submit your application, please include a cover letter and resume.
Our Commitment
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work and are committed to a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.
As a leader in healthcare, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.
Interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.
The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.
RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.
As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.
