- Role title: Pathology Collector
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Role type: Permanent Full Time, Rotating Shifts Including Night Duty
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Role grade: Technical Assistant Grade 1, (Year1-
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Department and location: Finance, St Vincent’s Hospital, Darlinghurst
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Salary: $63,176.25-$65,740.30 +super + salary packaging
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.
Founded by The Sisters of Charity in 1857, our +30,000 healthcare superheroes operate public and private hospitals, residential aged care, community and virtual care, and outreach programs.
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.
Founded by The Sisters of Charity in 1857, our +30,000 healthcare superheroes operate public and private hospitals, residential aged care, community and virtual care, and outreach programs.
About the role
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Be required to work a rotating roster, including day, evening and night shifts, to support the 7-day operational needs of the unit.
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Apply your extensive venepuncture skills and experience in specimen collection, preparation, storage and transportation in a busy pathology environment.
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Assist with specialised procedures including venesection and Synacthen testing, as well as undertake non-blood collection procedures as required.
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Demonstrate strong administrative capability including accurate data entry, keyboard skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritise and work under pressure.
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Work collaboratively as part of a team while adhering to policies, procedures and WH&S requirements, always delivering high-quality patient care and customer service.
About you -
At least 6 months’ experience in vacutainer blood collection, with strong knowledge and practical skills in venepuncture and relevant pathology procedures.
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Proven ability to deliver high-quality customer service, while maintaining a professional appearance and patient-focused approach.
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Demonstrated capability to work independently and autonomously, with strong attention to detail and reliability.
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Flexibility to work across a rotating 7-day roster, adapting to changing operational needs.
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Sound understanding of workplace health and safety principles, with effective communication and interpersonal skills in a healthcare setting.
Why work at St Vincent’s?
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Join us on our mission to provide care to all, including the most at-risk people in our community
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Discounted access to many gyms for you and your family with Fitness Passport
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Access to discounted private health insurance with Medibank
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Access to a government salary sacrifice program. Make a proportion of your salary tax-free
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Committed to financial support for educational development, scholarship programs, paid study leave
About the hospital
In this role you will be based at St Vincent’s hospital, Darlinghurst.
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A busy inner-city hospital in a beautiful location
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Surrounded by great cafes, galleries and theatres, parks, nightlife, and nearby glorious beaches
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A place of expert clinical care for at-risk people
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Closely partnered with universities & affiliated research institutes, many of which are located on-campus
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Centres of excellence include heart & lung transplantation, bone marrow transplantation, cardiology, cancer care, AIDS/HIV, respiratory medicine, mental health, homeless health, drug & alcohol services, and correctional health
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Please note, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For this role you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or have an Australia visa that grants you the work rights necessary for the role.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment checks, including relevant immunisations.
Equal opportunity
We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.
As part of our commitment to reconciliation we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply and join us in delivering care that heals body, mind, spirit and community.
How to apply
The closing date for applications is 15 July 2026. Shortlisting will start immediately. Please apply as soon as possible, as this advert may close early if a suitable candidate is found.
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting how your interest, skills, and experience align with each of the things listed in the About You section of this job advert.
Respectfully, this role is not open to recruitment agencies.
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