Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to 4 yearsPosition Classification: Trainee Technical OfficerRemuneration: $38,913.21 - $52,863.67 per annum plus superannuationHours Per Week: 38Requisition ID: REQ541126Location: WollongongApplications Close: 05 January 2025 - 11:59pmAbout the Opportunity The NSW Government has committed to increase the number of apprenticeships and Traineeships across the NSW public sector.
In line with this, NSW Health Pathology are offering an excellent opportunity to gain on the job experience and a nationally recognised qualification.
The Traineeship will provide on the job training, and support attendance at TAFE working towards gaining a Diploma in Laboratory Technology (Pathology).
It is anticipated that the Traineeship will commence on the 10th of February 2025.
Applicants must hold a Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques as a pre-requisite to be eligible for this traineeship, and cannot currently be working for NSW Health Pathology.
Please ensure your CV is attached as part of your application.
People with a disability, or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Being part of NSW Health Pathology means you're helping create better health and justice systems every day.
We operate more than 60 laboratories and around 200 collection centres across NSW and conduct over 60 million tests per annum.
Our network of pathologists are supported by scientists, technicians and support staff who quickly and accurately assess samples so clinical teams can make the best possible treatment decisions for patients.
We encourage our staff to be involved in research and innovation opportunities to help create safer, healthier communities.
Our Forensic & Analytical Science Service provides independent, objective analysis to the NSW criminal and coronial justice systems.
What we can offer you Accrued Days Off in addition to Annual Leave Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning What you'll be doing Learn and practise basic laboratory work in a pathology setting in conjunction with completing a Diploma in Laboratory Technology (Pathology) at TAFE.
This trainee position is suitable for an individual who has completed a Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques, and will study part time (one day per week) while working in the Laboratory.
The trainee position and is only available while the incumbent is still studying in the appropriate course.
Under supervision perform a range of laboratory support and/or specimen reception services, and provide assistance to laboratory staff, to deliver a patient focused service.
Interested in joining Australia's largest public pathology service?
Apply now by addressing the following questions: Tell us about yourself.
What made you apply for the role?
Do you have any pre-existing qualifications related to Pathology or Science?
If so, what are your qualifications?
Are you a person with a disability and/or long term health condition?
Do you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander?
This traineeship is full time, 5 days a week, is this a commitment you can make?
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description 2) Find out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Kate Connolly on ****** Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases This is a Category A position.
All Category A applicants must read and understand NSW Health Policy Directive PD2024_015 Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Diseases.
All recruits must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy.
All recruits must provide evidence against specified diseases and comply with the requirements of this policy at their own cost prior to appointment.
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The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.
Talent Pool If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an eligibility list will be created for future temporary and casual vacancies.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace.
We seek to recruit from diverse applicants and create teams with skills, perspectives and experiences that complement each other at work.
We welcome suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, socio-cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.