Laboratory Technician - Microbiology
Responsible for processing microbiology specimens, data entry into LIS as well as preparing material for microscopy and culture, and Quality Assurance
Summary about this job
Pathology
Company: Western Diagnostic Pathology
Location: Perth
Work type: Full Time
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Phone: +61-8-4851-3598
Fax: +61-8-2995-1358
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Detail information about job Laboratory Technician - Microbiology. Terms and conditions vacancy
Western Diagnostic Pathology (WDP) provides diagnostic pathology services to more than two million patients throughout Western Australia and the Northern Territory each year. We have 10 medical laboratories across the region, more than 200 collection sites, and a team of nearly 900 people who are dedicated to providing quality care to patients, and accurate and timely results to medical practitioners. We pride ourselves on our commitment to research, innovation, and continuous improvement.
We know that in order to deliver a superior service to patients and practitioners across western and central Australia, we need a passionate team of talented professionals who are committed to working with us to build strong relationships with medical practitioners by putting them, and the patients they represent, at the centre of everything we do.
We are currently seeking a full time Laboratory Technician to join our team based in Myaree. This role reports to the Chief Scientist – Microbiology and is responsible for processing microbiology specimens, including entering data into the laboratory information system as well as preparing material for microscopy and culture, some microscopy and quality assurance and general laboratory maintenance.
The successful applicant will possess the flexibility to participate in a rotating roster including day and night shifts, weekends, and public holidays. All appointments are made subject to the applicant having documented full immunity against Hepatitis A and B.
To be successful in this role your background will demonstrate:
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Ability to understand technical information
- Ability to triage workload and attend to multiple tasks
- Attention to detail and ability to perform work with a high degree of precision and accuracy
As a minimum it is a requirement for applicants to hold the following qualifications:
- Diploma of Laboratory Technology or equivalent
It would also be advantageous for applicants to have the following skills:
- Experience in a Pathology Laboratory environment
- Demonstrated knowledge, expertise, and skills in Microbiology
For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact Ian Meyer, Chief Scientist on 9317 0950.
Please submit your application via email to [email protected] quoting reference number 57/18
Applications close 3rd August 2018. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Only candidates short-listed will be contacted. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. All appointments are made subject to the successful applicant understanding and complying with the Western Diagnostic Pathology Immunisation Policy.