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Pathology Aid Courier

Pathology Aid Courier

Healius LimitedNewcastle, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
9 days ago
Job description

Overview

Job reference : #17786

Brand : Laverty Pathology

Location : Newcastle / Hunter region

Work type : Casual (evenings and weekends)

Schedule : Various shifts between Monday to Sunday and Public Holidays as required.

About us

Laverty Pathology is a Healius business with an expansive network of over 100 medical laboratories and 2,000 patient collection centres operating across metropolitan, regional and remote Australia. We provide 1 in every 3 pathology services in Australia, extending from 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 and the opportunity to fulfil your career ambitions.

Your role as a Pathology Courier

As Pathology Courier you will be responsible for the picking up and transportation of pathology samples, specimens, blood / blood products, X-rays and vaccines. This could be across medical centres, collection centres, nursing homes, hospitals and veterinary surgeries for delivery to laboratories in various locations.

You will be ensuring a safe and efficient process as you manage 30 stops per day, playing a crucial part in providing quality health services to the people in our communities.

Your key responsibilities

  • Pick-up and delivery of pathology samples, specimens, blood / blood products, X-rays, vaccines and clinical waste to and from referring customers
  • Liaising between referring medical practitioners and the Medical Liaison Officer with regard to store orders
  • Preparation and delivery of reports and stock control in main laboratory
  • Maintaining patient confidentiality and integrity
  • Following operating procedures to complete correct specimen coding documentation
  • Compliance and adherence with Policies and Procedures, Work Health and Safety Procedures and Quality Assurance processes

About you

We believe everyone leads no matter what role they are in. Our behaviours are : Customer Focused, Accountable, Collaborative, Credible & Resourceful.

  • Valid open Australian driver’s license with an excellent driving record
  • Ability to work various shifts including rostered weekends and public holidays
  • Great interpersonal skills to liaise with different stakeholders, plus strong written communication skills
  • Excellent time management skills juggling up to 30 stops per day
  • Physical capability to handle equipment weighing regularly up to 10–15 kg
  • The ability to follow instructions and use initiative to make sound decisions
  • Previous courier experience is considered highly advantageous
  • Hold a Working with Children 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

    • Benefits and Wellbeing

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

  • Benefits platform – Save on everyday costs with access to 500 of Australia’s most-loved brands
  • Fitness Passport – Access top fitness centres and 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 online courses and learning paths via our e-learning platform
  • Confidential health and well-being support through our Employee Assistance Program for all employees and their family members

    • Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

    Laverty Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We recruit from diverse applicants and aim to create teams with varied skills, perspectives and experiences.

    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 Commitment (VEC) and has been recognised as a Veteran Employment Supporter. Veterans and candidates with Australian Defence Force (ADF) experience are encouraged to apply.

    Vaccination Requirements

  • Vaccine-preventable disease evidence such as Hepatitis B is a requirement of this role
  • Other vaccinations based on location or setting may be required

    • Laverty Pathology is committed to providing a safe working environment and taking all reasonably practicable steps to ensure that its people and the community are protected against vaccine-preventable diseases. The Australian Immunisation Handbook lists the immunisations recommended for health care workers.

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