Laboratory Assistant
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Job Description:
Excellent benefits including salary packaging
Fitzroy location
Part Time / Fixed Term position until August 2027
Friendly and supportive team environment
Work for one of Australias leading hospital groups
About the Role
You are a motivated Medical Laboratory Assistant who will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the laboratory. You will work independently to coordinate laboratory-based clinical trials manage specimens and data and ensure the highest standards of laboratory maintenance and compliance.
Coordinate the collection preparation and transport of clinical specimens in line with protocol requirements
Maintain a sterile and well-resourced laboratory environment including cleaning and equipment upkeep
Conduct routine tests and analyses and manage databases of clinical processing
Liaise with clinical trial groups regarding the coordination and running of studies
Provide support to students and colleagues in laboratory techniques experimental design and administrative processes (including ethics)
The classification for this position will be IV8($62540.40 per annum pro rata for part time.)
Your Contribution
Degree or relevant tertiary qualification in laboratory technology with experience in a laboratory environment
Proven ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a team
Strong organisational analytical and interpersonal skills
Experience in running and participating in clinical trials
Proficiency in the use of relevant computer software and databases
Current National Criminal History Check or willingness to obtain
Desirable:Demonstrated ability to perform a range of research techniques including PBMC isolation immunofluorescent staining flow cytometry ELISA molecular biology and cell culture.
What we Offer
A focus on wellbeing initiatives with regular events and programs
Confidential solutions-focused employee counselling
A healthy work/life balance encouraged.
Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
Salary Packaging Increase your take home pay!
In the heart of Fitzroy CBD at our doorstep close to some of Melbournes best cafes public transport and lots of carparks
Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
Culture of continuous improvement
Working at St Vincents
St Vincents Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion Justice Integrity and Excellence.
Application
Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.
Please visit our website for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.
SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).
Contact
Rima Lee
Position Description
The Immunology Research Centre is part of St Vincents Hospital (Melbourne) and is a collaborative
laboratory in partnership with The University of Melbourne specialising in the innate immune system and
infectious diseases research. For more information please visit PURPOSE
The aim of the position is to assist with day-to-day maintenance of the laboratory and work
independently in coordinating laboratory based clinical trials preparing clinical specimens for transport
coordinating and maintaining ethics and ensuring careful and accurate specimen storage.
POSITION DUTIES
The primary duties of the Medical Laboratory Technician are:
Coordinate blood or specimen sample collection/preparation to meet protocol requirements
Clean equipment and maintain a sterile laboratory environment to meet protocol requirements
Ensure the laboratory is well-stocked and resourced
Conduct routine tests and analysis of samples
Manage database of clinical processing
Manage the set up of laboratory equipment or tests to meet protocol requirements x Log bloodor specimen
Lab clinical management of clinical trials
Liasion with clinical trial groups about the running of various clinical trials
Assist PhD and Masters student as needed in laboratory techniques and experimental design
Administrative support especially in relation to ethics
INCUMBENT OBLIGATIONS
Perform duties of the position to best of their ability and to a standard acceptable to SVHM
Comply with all SVHM policies procedures by laws and directions
Treat others with respect and always behave professionally and in accordance with the SVHMCode of Conduct.
Only access confidential information held by SVHM when this is necessary for business purposesmaintaining the confidentiality of that information once accessed
Recognise the relationship between clinical and non-clinical functions in the achievement ofoptimal safety and quality care
Participate in the annual SVHM performance review process
Display adaptability and flexibility to meet the changing operational needs of the business
Comply with applicable Enterprise Bargaining Agreement provisions
Display a willingness to develop self and seek to improve performance
Clinical Quality and Safety
Attend clinical orientation upon commencement
Maintain clinical registration and any required indemnity cover
Always work within approved scope of practice under supervision by more senior clinical staff asappropriate.
Take personal responsibility for the quality and safety of work undertaken
Take all necessary care and precautions when undertaking clinical procedures
Complete annual clinical competencies
Maintain skills and knowledge necessary to safely and skilfully undertake clinical work
Consult with peers and other experts and refer to other healthcare workers when appropriateand in a timely manner
Collaborate and clearly communicate with patients/clients and the healthcare team
Participate in clinical risk management and continuous quality improvement activities as part ofday-to-day work
Ensure consumers receive information in an appropriate and accessible format
Actively support consumers to make informed decisions about their treatment and ongoing care
Ensure consumers are aware of their rights responsibilities and how to provide feedback
Protect the health and safety of self and others complying with all health and safety relatedpolicies procedures and directions
Complete required Fire and Emergency Training annually
Complete required Workplace Culture and Equity Training annually
Attend general hospital orientation within 3 months of commencement
As required comply with fit-testing and PPE requirements
Participate in reporting and analysis of safety and quality data including risks or hazards
Report any hazards near misses and incidents (regardless of whether an injury occurred or not)into Riskman
Identify and report any variance to expected standard and minimising the risk of adverseoutcomes
INCUMBENT CAPABILIITY REQUIREMENTS (Level 2)
The incumbent of this position will be expected to possess the following core capabilities:
Capability Demonstrated behaviour
Personal Personal effectiveness Takes responsibility for accurate timely work
results
Learning Agility Identifies personal development needs and
seeks information from a range of source
Outcomes Patient/Resident/client centred Strives to meet and exceed expectations
demonstrating sound judgement
Innovation and Improvement Contributes to improvement by reviewing
strengths and weaknesses of current processes
Strategy Driving Results Manages own work load to deliver results
Organisational Acumen Understands the interdependencies between
units/departments
People Working with and Managing others Takes responsibility for ensuring productive
efficient teamwork
Collaboration Works collaboratively within and outside the
team
SELECTION CRITERIA
ESSENTIAL REGISTRATION LICENSE OR QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Degree or a relevant tertiary qualification in laboratory technology
OTHER ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Relevant past experience working in a laboratory
Highly developed organisational and analytical skills
Highly developed interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
Experience in running and participating in clinical trials
Demonstrated highly developed organisational skills
Expertise in the use of computer software packages.
OTHER NON ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Demonstrable ability to perform at least some of a range of research techniques including PBMC isolationimmunofluorescent staining flow cytometry ELISA molecular biology cell culture.
Closing Date:
11 October 2025 11:59pmReconciliation Action Plan:
At St Vincents we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming safe equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
For further information visit https:// or get in contact at
View Reconciliation Action Plan
Code of Conduct:
Employment Type
Part-Time
