The Team:
Northern Tasmanian Pathology Service (NTPS) provides Pathology services to Launceston General Hospital and the Northern regions of Tasmania. We are the only public pathology service operating in North Tasmania. NTPS aims to deliver a high-quality service to general practitioners, medical specialists and private hospitals, providing patients with no out of pocket expenses for Medicare eligible tests. The team at NTPS comprises a large team involving multi-disciplinary scientists, technicians, non-technical staff and Pathologists.
The Role:
Assist in Central specimen reception area with sample receipt, unpacking and registration along with undertaking of pre acceptance and pre analytical checks.
You will need:
* Good understanding of Laboratory workflow practices
* Prior experience of working in a team
* Willingness to learn.
* Prior experience in a Laboratory will be considered advantageous
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment:
* Permanent, part time, shift worker position, working 45 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.
* Fixed term, part time, shift worker position, working 48 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 25 September 2026.
* Fixed term part time, shift worker position, working 30.4 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as you can join us until 2 December 2026.
* Fixed term, part time, shift worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 30 June 2026.
*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary:
$73,811 to $79,779 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
* Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022
Salary Packaging:
You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
* Professional development and accelerated pathways.
* A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
* Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here.
Eligibility:
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
* An associate Diploma from a recognised tertiary institution, or an equivalent qualification, appropriate to the nature of the work
* Current Driver’s Licence
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
* International Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Good Shipping Certification, or the ability to gain certification
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
* Generic Technical Officer Band 3 (Jul 2023) CSU.docx
Application Guide:
* Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx
How to apply:
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Contact: Name: Brenda Johnson | Position: Team Leader – General Pathology Operations | Phone: (03) 6777 6668 | Email: brenda.johnson@ths.tas.gov.au
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