Undertake Certificate III in Pathology Collection Traineeship

Full-time, fixed-term (3 months) Pathology Collection Course   

Location Mildura, Regional Victoria  

Austin Health is the major provider of tertiary health services, health professional education and research across three campuses in the north-east of Melbourne and state-wide.  We have a highly engaged, diverse and collaborative workforce that is unified by our purpose, which is to help people live healthy and fulfilled lives. 

Austin Pathology is looking for an applicant in Shepparton or Surrounds to undertake a 3 month paid Pathology Collection  Traineeship. 

Full Time (38hrs P/W) over a 3 month period. Potential casual relief work may be available upon successful completion of course. 

We are looking for an enthisiastic person who is interested in developing a career with Austin Pathology to undertake a Certificate III in Pathology. 

The successful applicant must have: 

• A Kind, Empathetic nature  
• Attention to detail 
• Excellent customer service skills 
• Have a strong desire to work within the health field  
• Ability to work on roster once qualified, including weekends 
• Moderate Computer skills/Access to own computer  

About the role

We are seeking an individual who is highly motivated to become part of a passionate and engaged team. You will learn key technical skills of phlebotomy and responsibilities including, but not be limited to, the following: 

• Enrolment in Pathology Collection Certificate III 
• Undertake online course work completing, completing 3xunits per week 
• Trained to collect Pathology samples from patients (blood and non-blood specimens) in an outpatient centre 
• Keep meticulous records for every patient and sample 
• Prepare and package specimens for transport and testing 

Our benefits  

Working at Austin Health means enjoying a strong sense of purpose, engaging in meaningful work every day.  Our people also receive a variety of rewarding benefits, including: 

Salary packaging benefits, for living expenses, meals and holiday accommodation 

A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounted fitness memberships and special offers on health insurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing program 

Mentoring, learning and career development opportunities 

Inclusion at Austin  

We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, genders, identities, cultures, bodies and abilities.  We welcome and support applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, physically or culturally diverse, LGBTQIA+, and people of any age. 

Work with us!  

If you feel this role is right for you, we encourage your early application.  All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and if required, a Working With Children Check. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, you are welcome to reach out to the hiring manager.