Senior Laboratory Technician - Preanalytics (525569)

The Team:

The Preanalytics Team operates within Pathology Services at the Royal Hobart Hospital, Tasmania’s largest public pathology provider. This dynamic and multicultural group plays a critical role as the “gatekeepers” of pathology samples. Their responsibilities include:

• Receiving, accessioning, and data entry of specimens for diagnostic analysis.
• Ensuring accurate and timely processing of samples to support clinical decision-making.
• Collaborating across departments to maintain high standards in healthcare delivery.
• Contributing to improved outcomes for patients, staff, and the broader Tasmanian community   

This team is essential to the smooth operation of pathology services, ensuring that every sample is handled with precision and care from the moment it arrives.

The Role:

The Senior Laboratory Technician – Preanalytics reporting to the Scientist in Charge – Preanalytics, will supervise and coordinate staff to ensure all work associated with Preanalytics is of the highest standard and quality.  This requires the incumbent to:

• Support other technical and clerical Preanalytics staff
• Manage equipment resources
• Support the training and development goals of the team.
• Deputise for the Scientist in Charge – Preanalytics.

You will need:

1. Previous experience in specimen reception and data entry functions within a diagnostic laboratory environment.
2. Demonstrated supervisory skills, including demonstrated ability to guide, motivate, instruct, mentor, develop and train staff, to support high performance standards and achieve organisational objectives.
3. Knowledge and previous experience in laboratory quality systems and the maintenance and application of policies, procedures, standard operating procedures and safety requirements in the work environment.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Why Tasmania:

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment:

Permanent, full time, day worker position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible. 

*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: General Stream Band 4

$81,915 to $94,263 per annum. 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 $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 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 OR relevant training and/or experience determined in accordance with the provisions of Section 37 of the State Service Act 2000

* Knowledge and expertise consistent with qualif