Technical Officer

Position Title: Technical Officer, Haematology and Transfusion
Employment Type: Permanent full time
Hours per week: 38
Position Grade: Technical Officer (Grade 1-2)
Base Salary: $63,725.+8 - +1,786.58 per annum
Enterprise Agreement: The Named NSW (Non-Declared) Affiliated Health Organisations' Health Employees Agreement 201+
Department Name: Haematology / Transfusion Medicine


Better and Fairer Care. Always.
We are St Vincent's Health Australia, Australia's largest not-for-profit provider of health and aged care services. Guided by our values of compassion, excellence, integrity and justice, we promote a culture of diversity and inclusion and empower our people to learn, grow and innovate

As a Technical Officer at St Vincent's Health Australia, you will be an essential part of our pathology team, dedicated to delivering exceptional diagnostic services. Your role will involve executing a wide range of laboratory tests with precision and efficiency, maintaining equipment and supplies to the highest standards, and ensuring that all operations align with our rigorous quality control measures.

You will play a pivotal role in communicating critical results promptly, upholding safety standards, and contributing to the continuous improvement of our laboratory services. Your expertise will support both the clinical and operational aspects of our pathology unit, helping us to provide the best possible care for our patients and to uphold our reputation for excellence in healthcare.



What's in it for you?
Join a diverse inner-city hospital in a beautiful location, surrounded by great cafes, galleries and theatres, parks, nightlife, and nearby glorious beaches.
Have a voice and/or get involved - join staff networks such as RAP events, Youth Advisory Board, Pride Network or create your own network that focuses on something important to you
Employee benefits galore - discounted gym membership to 1500 gyms & pools Australia wide, discounted private health insurance, generous salary packaging and more
Bring your best skills and build upon them through our centres of excellences - heart & lung transplantation, bone marrow transplantation, cardiology, cancer care, AIDS/HIV care, respiratory medicine, mental health, homeless health and drug & ******* services and more


What we're looking for:
Relevant tertiary qualifications in a scientific or technical field related to pathology.
Demonstrated experience in laboratory testing and operations, preferably in Haematology / Transfusion.
Strong knowledge of laboratory equipment, quality control, and quality systems.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to best practices.


What you'll do in this role:
Perform Laboratory Testing: Execute laboratory tests and other assigned tasks accurately and within designated timeframes.
Maintain Equipment and Supplies: Ensure that all laboratory equipment and supplies are well-maintained and functional.
Critical Result Communication: Promptly inform clinicians and relevant locations of critical and urgent results.
Quality Control Monitoring: Monitor quality control performance and report findings as necessary.
Quality System Maintenance: Perform tasks to support the maintenance and integrity of the laboratory's Quality System.
Safe Work Practices: Adhere to and promote safe work practices to maintain a safe and efficient workplace.
Consultation and Supervision: Consult with supervisors or senior staff as appropriate and directly supervise less experienced staff as needed.
Effective Communication: Communicate effectively with team members and contribute to a collaborative work environment.
Staff Training and Development: Assist in training new staff and participate in unit scientific and educational sessions.