Pathology Collector Grade 2

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Austin Health is the major provider of tertiary health services, health professional education and research across three campuses in the north-east of Melbourne and state-wide. We have a highly engaged, diverse and collaborative workforce that is unified by our goal to help people live healthy and fulfilled lives 

• Grade 2 Pathology Collector/Phlebotomist   

• Multiple Casual postions available within the Goulburn Valley Area, including Cobram and Shepparton, Regional (Victoria)  

• $31.65 per hour + 25% casual loading + generous salary packaging + super 

About Pathology Collection Department  

Austin Health Pathology provides service to not only Austin Health and the co-located Mercy Hospital for Women, but also to numerous GPs and Specialists in the metropolitan and regional community. We are committed to providing high quality patient care through routine and complex diagnostic services, expert advice and support for teaching and research.  

About the role  

As the Pathology Collector, you will ensure the highest level of service at all times to our patients and clients, in both the hospital and outpatient settings. You will ensure specimen integrity is maintained and patient care is at the centre of everything you do.  

A regular day will see you:  

• Collect samples (blood and non-blood) with care and attention  

• Maintain meticulous records for every patient and sample  

• Prepare and package specimens for transport and testing  

About you  

You will be someone who has excellent communication skills, with a strong commitment to excellence in patient care. You’ll bring energy and drive to your work, and have a keen interest in  

developing your skillset.  

To be successful in this role, you'll bring with you:  

• Demonstrated experience and knowledge in Phlebotomy or a Certificate III in Pathology Collection, Diploma of Nursing, or relevant experience   

• High level of customer service, communication and empathy towards patients and clients  

• Strong time management, interpersonal and organisational skills  

• Confidence and ability to work autonomously and within a small team  

• Flexibility to work at multiple locations providing leave coverage   

Our benefits  

Working at Austin Health means enjoying a strong sense of purpose, engaging in meaningful work every day.  Our people also receive a variety of rewarding benefits, including:  

• Greater take-home pay through generous salary packaging  

• A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounts on fitness memberships and health insurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing program  

• Mentoring and career development opportunities  

• Onsite childcare, easy access via public transport, car parking and end of journey facilities for cyclists 

Work with us! 

Work with us!

We are committed to cultural safety and health equity for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People. We celebrate, value, and include people of all backgrounds, genders, identities, cultures, bodies, and abilities. We welcome and support applications from talented people identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, neurodiverse people, LGBTQIA+ and people of all ages and cultures. 

If you feel this role is right for you, we encourage your early application. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the closing date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad prior to the advertised closing date.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and if required, a Working With Children Check. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or have questions about this opportunity, you are welcome to reach out to the hiring manager Talitha Suffolk (Regional Supervisor – Pathology Collections) 0429 526 561 

Interested in finding out more about this opportunity? Read the position description for further details. 

Application closing date:  23 December 2024