Pathology Services Assistant (cairns)

Are you seeking a varied and interesting entry level laboratory position? This is the opportunity for you! Experience in a healthcare/medical setting desirable, but not essential ‐ comprehensive training provided! Attractive hourly rate of $21.32 plus super and an outstanding range of benefits! About the Organisation Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology is one of the largest pathology practices in Australia, providing comprehensive services to patients and doctors over a geographic area throughout Queensland, Northern Territory and New South Wales, employing more than 2000 people. Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology services the Brisbane metropolitan area and regional areas extending as far north as Cairns and south to Coffs Harbour. About the Opportunity  Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology is currently looking for a part-time Pathology Services Assistant  to join the Preanalytical area of their Cairns Laboratory.  Shifts will vary between are 12.00pm-8.00pm, Monday to Friday, plus participation in a rotating Saturday roster. Please note:  This is a temporary position until February 2022. Duties will include: The processing and registration of human specimens for analysis; Data entry and scanning of request forms; Liaising with callers to the laboratory; Specimen aliquoting and centrifugation; and Preparation of specimens for transport. The successful applicant will have excellent phone mannerisms, be able to multi-task, work autonomously or as part of a team and have excellent attention to detail. Previous experience working in a health care setting and an understanding of medical terminology is desirable but not essential. A current drivers licence is also required. Please note this is not a courier position. About the Benefits Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology offers staff members the opportunity to work in an organisation that places a high value on its people . In addition to your attractive hourly rate of $21.32 plus super , employees enjoy the following benefits: Full-time employees of Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology also enjoy the following benefits: Parental and Adoption Leave -­ SNP staff receive 6 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave as per CWA Staff Services Committee ­- provides functions and events for staff, fully funded by the Practice Employee Assistance Program -­ a free, confidential and voluntary counselling service provided as a resource to employees of Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology, as well as immediate family, with the aim of assisting with the resolution of personal and work related problems which may affect quality of life or work performance Private Health Insurance -­ staff have access to discounted private health insurance through MBF, HCF and Medibank Private Pathology Services  -­ staff and their immediate family (their children, partners and their parents) have access to bulk billed Pathology Services X‐Ray Services ­- staff and their immediate family (their children, partners and their parents) have access to bulk billed X­-Ray and other diagnostic imaging through Queensland X­Ray Smoke Free Workplace  -­ for those staff wanting to use nicotine replacement therapy in quitting, management provides a level of financial assistance towards the cost of nicotine replacement patches. This is your chance to join a leading pathology practice and enjoy a range of outstanding benefits! Don’t miss out ‐ APPLY NOW! Apply Now