Pathology Collector Reliever
Role Overview
A Pathology Collector plays an important role in a patient's healthcare journey.
As a frontline representative of the organisation, you'll interact directly with patients to take blood samples, collect other pathology specimens and perform diagnostic tests.
As a Reliever, you'll work across multiple collection centres and hospitals within a designated area, supporting teams during planned and unplanned absences while ensuring patients continue to receive a high-quality service.
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Key responsibilities
- Travel between collection centres and hospitals within a designated area to provide collection services Welcome patients, provide waiting room management and explain collection procedures with care and professionalism Perform venepuncture procedures (taking blood samples directly from patients) and collect other pathology specimens Conduct diagnostic tests such as ECGs, blood pressure monitoring and Holter monitoring as required Maintain accurate patient records and registers of specimens collected Prepare, pre-sort and package specimens ready for transport to laboratories Adapt quickly to different teams, locations and workflows while maintaining a consistent standard of patient care Maintain collection supplies and a safe, clean and professional environment About You Previous experience as a Pathology Collector will be highly regarded, however, we also welcome applications from those with a background in healthcare, aged care, disability support, or customer-facing roles where providing a high-level of care and service is a core part of the role. Previous pathology collection experience (highly regarded), or a background in healthcare, aged care, disability support, nursing or customer service Certificate III in Pathology Collection (preferred) Strong communication skills and the ability to build trust and rapport with patients The ability to work independently, manage priorities and adapt to different environments A willingness to learn, adapt and contribute as part of a team environment A valid unrestricted driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle Ability and willingness to travel between multiple locations A valid Working With Children Check (WWCC), or willingness to obtain one prior to commencing employment Ability to provide evidence of immunisation requirements, including Hepatitis B Live within, or a reasonable distance from, the designated area this position covers This role requires completion of a 6-week paid training program designed to build the skills and knowledge needed to succeed as a Pathology Collector. Training requires full-time availability for the first 2 weeks, followed by a minimum of 25 hours per week for the remaining 4 weeks. Training is delivered internally by Healius as part of your onboarding and may be accelerated based on previous experience.
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