Laboratory Specimen Processing Clerk

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services. On 1 January 2026, Alfred Health will come together with Kooweerup Regional Health Service, Peninsula Health, Bass Coast Health and Gippsland Southern Health Service to create Bayside Health, a newly merged health service with more than 22,000 employees caring for a community of over 1.2 million Victorians. The new health service will provide people with the best possible care with services that support them throughout their lives. The merger will also strengthen our workforce, providing new training, education and career opportunities. Subject to final approval on 1 January 2026, all employees from the five health services will transfer to Bayside Health.

• Fixed Term - Ending early September 2026
• Full Time at 76 hours per f/n - Part Time hours will be considered
• Grade 1 Administrator (incremental increase up to Grade 1 Level 5)
• Located at Alfred and Sandringham Hospital 

About the Team

Alfred Pathology Service (APS) provides a comprehensive range of pathology testing, consultation services and collection services to clinicians and patients of Alfred Health. The Service has 5 units (Anatomical Pathology, Biochemistry, Haematology, Human Molecular and Microbiology). Alfred Health and Monash Health have established a formal partnership to deliver a Shared Pathology Service as one of three new pathology networks for metropolitan Melbourne.  All roles in the Pathology Programs are working to enhance and develop the Partnership across the Health Services to ensure we continue to provide high quality care for the patients across the health services.  

About the Role

• Receive specimens for all Pathology disciplines.
• Data entry of patient test requests in the Laboratory Information System.
• Prepare specimens for analysis and storage.
• Distribute specimens to all Pathology Units.
• Register patient and specimen details, including additional tests requested by doctors.
• Prepare samples for referrals to external laboratories.
• Load samples on to the Pre-Analytical Track and troubleshoot any track errors should they arise. 
• Answer general queries for test and sample requirements for both internal and external stakeholders. 
• Answer telephone enquiries and provide pathology results to authorised people.
• Office Administration duties including receptionist (switchboard) duties, and patient-facing tasks such as covering the pathology outpatients front desk, as required.
• Maintain the section’s refrigerators and freezers. Defrost and clean freezers as required.
• Rotate between shifts at both Alfred and Sandringham laboratory in line with operational needs.
• Perform other duties as requested by the Specimen Processing Supervisor.

Skills and Experience

• Flexibility to work across multiple sites and part of a 24/7 roster.
• A proven record of reliability and punctual attendance with respectful behaviour in a teamwork environment.
• Written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work positively with others.
• Ability to follow procedural documentation with a focus on accuracy and competency.
• Basic to intermediate computer and data entry skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office.
• Understanding of Pre-Analytical laboratory processes, or ability to learn and adapt quickly.
• Experience with a Laboratory Information System such as Cerner PathNet (Highly Desirable).

Benefits

• Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing through Maxxia.
• Flexible Heath Insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance
• On-site car & bike parking opportunities, Deducted Pre-Tax!
• Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport Health and Fitness. 
• Child Care Services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services

If applicable, specify specific requirements that you require in the cover letter or CV.

For enquiries, please contact Jessica Irvine (A/ Specimen Reception Supervisor) at j.irvine@alfred.org.au

Applications close at 11 pm Sunday, 28th September

We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people of all genders, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application materials, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au