Laboratory Assistant
Core
Receive, check, register, and dispatch pathology specimens to ensure accurate and timely diagnostic results for clinicians.
Role type
Entry-level laboratory operations assistant
Builds
Diagnostic pathology results for patients via core laboratories
Domain
Healthcare / Pathology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Specimen handling, data entry, specimen registration, courier coordination, record keeping, quality compliance, WHS safety
Preferred skills
Laboratory exposure, pathology certificate, healthcare background, high accuracy, time management
Technologies
Laboratory specimen management systems
Responsibilities
Receive and process specimens with accuracy, complete data entry and registration, prepare and dispatch specimens, manage enquiries and escalate issues, coordinate urgent handling and courier collections, maintain records and storage, participate in quality activities, ensure WHS compliance
Seniority
Entry-level, structured training provided