Pathology Collector Reliever - North Melbourne Suburbs

Pathology Collector Reliever - North Melbourne Suburbs

Job reference: 14+13
Brand: Dorevitch Pathology
Location: Relieving sites in the following suburbs; Ivanhoe, Bulleen, Heidelberg, Bundoora, Greensborough, Diamond Creek, Mill Park, Morang, Epping, Mernda and Doreen.
Work Type: Permanent Full Time position, 38 hours/wk

Why You Will Be Excited About This Role
At Dorevitch Pathology, a Healius business, we all have one thing in common, we are passionate about making a difference to the health of Australians.
As a Pathology Collector, you will be at the forefront of this. You will be the friendly face behind the first hello, the warm welcome that will create a lasting impression, and the caring assurance to let our customers know that they are in good hands.
You will be able to do what you do best – provide quality patient care - with the support and resources provided, whilst also building strong connections and being integral to the local communities you work in.
You will be a part of something pretty special as you join our network of passionate pathology collectors and our mission to be the best pathology provider in Australia.

Why You Will Like Working Here
There are some exciting things happening at Dorevitch Pathology and the wider Healius business as we transform the way we work.
As a Pathology Collector Reliever, we offer a range of different roles to work around you - full time, part time and casual, available across our local clinics.
You will be supported and given the resources to thrive in your job, this means regular check ins from your manager and ongoing support.
You will be recognised for your contribution the impact you make to the lives of our customers with our Reward Recognition program, and milestones will be celebrated, (many of our collectors have worked with us for 5+, 10+ and even 20+ years!).
Looking to grow your career? We have clear career progression paths that include advancement to business managerial roles across broader areas, including ongoing education and support to attain this.

A Bit About Us
Healius has an expansive network of over 100 medical laboratories and 2000 patient collection centres operating across metropolitan, regional and remote Australia. We provide 1 in every 3 pathology services in Australia, extending from exclusively servicing some of Australia’s largest and most complex private and public hospitals, to small Indigenous Australian communities. This means that you will be working in a business large enough to offer you job stability security, interstate mobility and the opportunity to fulfil your career ambitions.

What You Will Be Doing
As a Pathology Collector Reliever, you will be a core member of the team as you step into shifts to cover any scheduled or unplanned absences at different Collection Clinics and in Hospital environments.
You will be collecting blood coordinating specimen samples from patients, using your empathy and drive to deliver great customer service and quality healthcare.
No day will be the same as you will be travelling to different ACCs and Hospitals within a specific geographical area.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Collecting samples (blood and non-blood) with care and attention
Filling available shifts across a geographical area
Keeping meticulous records for every patient and sample
Delivering documentation within strict turnaround times
Preparing and packaging specimens for transport and testing
Liaising with a range of different people including customers, clinic staff and couriers

What Type of Person Will Be Successful
To be successful in this role, you will be an experienced Pathology Collector, or will have gained a Cert III and looking to embark on your Pathology Collection career! You could also be a Registered Nurse looking to swap the weekend overnight work for regular daytime shifts.
These are the type of attributes skills you would possess:
A demonstrated experience and knowledge in Phlebotomy/ Certificate III in Pathology Collection or a healthcare background
Excellent customer service and communication skills, with a high level of empathy
You are organised, with strong time management and attention to detail
You are able to work autonomously, sometimes working independently in a solo clinic
You hold a valid Driver's license and have flexibility to travel to multiple clinics
You hold a working with Children’s Check or be willing to obtain one
You must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work
As a Collector Reliever, you will be willing to travel to varying clinics hospitals depending on the need

Vaccination Requirements
Vaccine preventable disease evidence such as Hepatitis B is a requirement of this role
Other vaccinations based on location may be required / setting
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Benefits and Wellbeing

As part of working for Healius, you will have access to a range of benefits including:

Benefits platform - Reduce the impact of the cost of living with everyday savings with 500+ of Australia's most-loved brands, (from the weekly grocery shop to premium perks like holidays).
Fitness Passport – Access top fitness centres pools across Australia at a subsidised rate.
Corporate health insurance discounts, banking benefits and novated leasing salary packaging.
Career growth and development opportunities with access to a comprehensive library of online courses and learning paths via our e-learning platform.
Confidential health and well-being support through our Employee Assistance Program, available to all employees and their family members.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

Dorevitch Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We seek to recruit from diverse applicants and create teams with skills, perspectives and experiences that complement each other at work. We welcome suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, socio-cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.


Healius is a part of the Commonwealth Government's Veteran Employment Committment (VEC) and has been recognised as a Veteran Employment Supporter. Veterans and candidates with Australian Defence Force (ADF) experience are encouraged to apply.


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