Technical Officer

St Vincent’s Health Australia

Darlinghurst, New South Wales, Australia
$68,594.99 - $98,799.60 + super + salary pyckaging
Not specified
Accession, prepare, stain, and coverslip cytology specimens
Maintain lab operations, equipment, reagents
Support quality assurance and record keeping
St Vincent’s Health Australia is seeking a Technical Officer for a 12-month contract in Darlinghurst, NSW, to assist with cytology specimen preparation and laboratory operations. The ideal candidate should possess an Associate Diploma in Health Sciences (Pathology Techniques) and demonstrate strong attention to detail, communication skills, and laboratory experience

Job Summary

  • Accession, prepare, stain, and coverslip cytology specimens (including HPV/LBC and FNA biopsies) with accurate labeling and identification of urgent cases.
  • Support quality assurance, audits, and accurate record keeping, following SOPs, set TAT and accreditation requirements.
  • Join us on our mission to provide care to all, including the most at-risk people in our community.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

St Vincent’s Health Australia is seeking a Technical Officer for a 12-month contract in Darlinghurst, NSW, to assist with cytology specimen preparation and laboratory operations. The ideal candidate should possess an Associate Diploma in Health Sciences (Pathology Techniques) and demonstrate strong attention to detail, communication skills, and laboratory experience.

Salary

$68,594.99 - $98,799.60 + super + salary packaging

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Accession, prepare, stain, and coverslip cytology specimens
  • Maintain lab operations, equipment, reagents
  • Support quality assurance and record keeping
  • Collaborate with senior scientists and team members
  • Adherence to health & safety guidelines

Nice-to-have

  • Commitment to reconciliation and inclusion
  • Passion for providing care to at-risk people
  • Experience in busy inner-city hospital environments

Key Requirements

  • Associate Diploma in Health Sciences (Pathology) Techniques or equivalent
  • Experience in cytology and histology laboratory equipment
  • Familiarity in laboratory information systems
  • Knowledgeable in quality improvement, accreditation standards, and WHS requirements
  • Australian or New Zealand citizen or Australian visa with work rights

Work Rights

Australian or New Zealand citizen or Australian visa with work rights

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