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Technical Assistant (Anatomical Pathology)

Clinpath PathologyMile End, SA, AU

13 days ago

Job description

Mile End, Australia

Reference : 6754109

Casual, multiple positions available
Friendly, supportive and professional team
Purpose built Laboratory, Mile End (Adelaide S.A)

About Clinpath Pathology

Clinpath Pathology is a quality pathology service provider, focusing on professional excellence, reliability, excellent customer service and business integrity. Based at Mile End in a state of the art laboratory Clinpath provides you with the opportunity to become a part of an Australian wide medical testing laboratory network, focused on medical leadership and expert advice. We serve our South Australian medical practitioners, private hospitals and aged care facilities.

We are an equal opportunity employer and offer a dynamic and supportive work environment where the contribution of people with different skill sets, cultures and backgrounds is valued.

About the Opportunity

An opportunity for a Technical Assistant to join our busy Anatomical Pathology team on a casual basis. The position is based at our Mile End laboratory and involves working all shifts Monday to Friday between the hours of 4am and Midnight. Participation in the Saturday roster between 4am and 11pm may also be required.

Typical duties include :

Registration of anatomical pathology patient episodes onto the laboratory information system;

Preparation of cytology samples;

Paraffin processing, embedding, sectioning, and staining of surgical tissues;

Allocation of stained slides to the anatomical pathologists;

Archiving and retrieval of patient materials;

Disposal of patient samples and other department waste streams as per documented procedures; and

Preparation of laboratory reagents and maintenance of associated equipment fit for use.

Applicants should possess the following :

Whilst tertiary qualifications are not required, candidates must be able to demonstrate a genuine interest in working within a busy laboratory environment;

Any experience in embedding, sectioning and staining of surgical tissues in a busy laboratory setting will be highly regarded;

Understanding of WHS processes relevant to working in a laboratory environment;

Strong attention to detail and time management skills;

Good communication skills, interpersonal skills and initiative; and

National Police Certificate obtained within the last 12 months

Why join us?

Clinpath Pathology offer a wide range of employee benefits :

Stable, reputable organisation (part of the global Sonic Healthcare)

Paid Parental Leave options

Employee Rewards Program

Annual employee service awards

Ongoing training and development

The opportunity to participate in the Clinpath Development Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Novated Leasing

Study leave for approved courses

On-site Physiotherapist

Employee Referral Program

Free annual flu vaccination

Fitness Passport program

Charitable and social events including annual Christmas Party, Pizza days and morning teas

Work life balance and flexible working arrangements

How to apply?

When applying, please ensure you include a cover letter, resume and address the key selection criteria as part of your application. Only those shortlisted will be contacted. This position is open to Australian / New Zealand Citizens and Australian Permanent Residents with full legal working rights.

For further details about the position Ref. no. 2590 please contact : Caroline Loft - [email protected]

Applications close : 2nd May 2025 or earilier if a suitable candidate is identified

Applications Close : 02 May 2025