Technical Assistant - Laboratory Support Services

About the role

We are seeking multiple casual Technical Assistants to join our Laboratory Support Services team. This is an excellent opportunity to start a career in pathology and healthcare, with full training provided and opportunities to develop valuable laboratory skills. Based at our Mile End Laboratory, you will play a vital role in receiving, processing and preparing patient specimens for diagnostic testing, helping ensure accurate and timely results that support quality patient care. Working in a fast-paced environment, your attention to detail and commitment to quality will help ensure every specimen begins its journey with precision and care. This role operates across a rotating roster, with morning, day, afternoon and evening shifts available across seven days per week including weekends to support our continuous laboratory operations.

 New to the pathology industry? This is a fantastic opportunity to start a career in pathology. No previous laboratory experience is required—we provide comprehensive training, ongoing support and hands-on learning opportunities to help you develop valuable laboratory skills and gain exposure to diagnostic testing processes.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Receive, triage and process patient specimens
• Accurately enter patient and specimen data into laboratory information systems
• Carefully review all information provided on request forms including patient information and testing requirements to facilitate quality patient care
• Follow quality, safety and compliance procedures to maintain laboratory work areas and equipment
• Contribute to a high-quality, team-oriented environment while maintaining accuracy and efficiency in all work processes.

To be successful you will have:

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organisational and time-management skills with exceptional attention to detail
• A positive, professional attitude and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Confidence using computer systems, including Microsoft Office applications.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy.

About Us

Clinpath Pathology is the leading private pathology service provider in South Australia, focusing on service excellence, reliability and excellent patient service. You will have the opportunity to become a part of an Australian wide medical testing NATA accredited laboratory network, focused on medical leadership and expert advice. We serve our South Australian medical practitioners, specialists, patients, private hospitals, aged care and in home pathology collection services to our community.

Why join us?

Clinpath Pathology is a longstanding, reputable organisation and part of the global Sonic Healthcare Group which provides career progression and opportunities both in Australia and Worldwide.  In addition, we offer:

·         8-12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave (eligibility criteria applies)

·         Annual employee service awards

·         Fully paid on boarding and training program

·         Access to free and confidential support and counselling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

·         Access to eight (8) free on-site Physiotherapy sessions annually

·         Free annual flu vaccinations

·         Discounted Gym and Fitness membership through our Fitness Passport program

·         Charitable and social events including End of Year Celebration, morning teas & BBQs

How to Apply:

Please click the ‘Apply Now' button and submit your application.

If you would like further details, please email rec••••••••@clinpath.com.au

All email communications will come from a company email address using our domain name (e.g. @clinpath.com.au). We will never request payment as part of the recruitment process.