Pathology Collector

Overview

Location: Metro North area, including St Leonards, Frenchs Forest, Lane Cove, North Sydney, Newport and Warriewood.

Work type: Casual, working across a 7 day roster.

Why You Will Be Excited About This Role

At Laverty Pathology, a Healius business, we are passionate about making a difference to the health of Australians.

As a Pathology Collector, you will be the friendly face behind the first hello, the warm welcome that creates a lasting impression, and the caring assurance to let our customers know that they are in good hands.

You will be able to do what you do best - provide quality patient care - with the support and resources provided, while also building strong connections and being integral to the local communities you work in.

You will be part of a network of passionate pathology collectors and our mission to be the best pathology provider in Australia.

Why You Will Like Working Here

There are exciting things happening at Laverty Pathology and the wider Healius business as we transform the way we work.

As a Pathology Collector Reliever, we offer a range of roles to suit you - full time, part time and casual, available across our local clinics.

You will be supported and given the resources to thrive in your job, with regular check-ins from your manager and ongoing support.

You will be recognised for your contribution 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.

A Bit 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 servicing some of Australia's largest and most complex private and public hospitals to small Indigenous communities. This means you will be working in a business large enough to offer job stability, interstate mobility and the opportunity to fulfil your career ambitions.

What You Will Be Doing

As a Pathology Collector Reliever, you will be a core member of the team stepping into shifts to cover scheduled or unplanned absences at different Collection Clinics and in Hospital environments.

You will be collecting blood & coordinating specimen samples from patients, using empathy and drive to deliver great customer service and quality healthcare.

Courses involve travelling to different ACCs and Hospitals within a specific geographical area.

Your key responsibilities

• Collecting samples (blood and non-blood) with care and attention
• Filling available shifts across a geographical area
• 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 people including customers, clinic staff and couriers

What Type of Person Will Be Successful

To be successful, you will be an experienced Pathology Collector, or will have gained a Cert III and be looking to embark on Pathology Collection. You could also be a Registered Nurse looking to swap weekend and overnight work for regular daytime shifts.

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 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
• As a Collector Reliever, you will be willing to travel to varying clinics & hospitals depending on the need
• Vaccine preventable disease evidence such as Hepatitis B is a requirement of this role

Other vaccinations based on location may be required / setting.

Benefits and Wellbeing

As part of working for Healius, you will have access to a range of benefits including:

• Benefits platform - Reduce the impact of the cost of living with everyday savings with 500+ of Australia's most-loved brands
• 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 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

Healius is a part of the Commonwealth Government's Veteran Employment Commitment (VEC) and has been recognised as a Veteran Employment Supporter. Veterans and candidates with Australian Defence Force (ADF) experience are encouraged to apply.

How To Apply

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