Biochemistry Laboratory Assistant

Reference Number: 53397:  Biochemistry Laboratory Assistant 
Employment Type: On Going Part Time (PT) 
Location: Northern Health (All Campuses) 
 

About Northern Health:

As an organisation we have a clear focus on how we service and partner with our community, including our strategy of helping the community stay well when at home. Our reputation of community minded, inclusive and progressive is matched to none. 

Northern Health is located in the rapidly growing northern suburbs with projected growth the biggest in the state. With a booming, culturally rich and diverse community, and less than an hour’s drive from the CBD (still within the bounds of Myki and ride-sharing), Melbourne’s North is fast becoming the place to be.

Northern Health is seeking applications from motivated Medical Laboratory Assistants to join the Northern Pathology team at Northern Health, Epping in a Part-Time (0.4 EFT) Capacity.

Northern Health is the major provider of acute, maternity, sub-acute, mental health, specialist, community and home-based services in Melbourne’s rapidly growing outer north.

Services are provided through our six main campuses:

Northern Hospital Epping, Broadmeadows Hospital, Bundoora Centre, Craigieburn and Mernda Community Hospitals, and Kilmore District Hospital.  In addition, Mental Health Services are provided at Epping, Broadmeadows, Jacana, Preston, Mill Park and Coburg.

About the Role:

The role is involved in the provision of accurate and timely Biochemistry results at Northern Pathology Victoria (NPV) for optimised patient outcomes.  

All tasks are to be carried out in a manner that is consistent with the values, quality objectives, performance goals, delegations, policies, procedures, and operations of NPV and in line with the Northern Health “Code of Conduct”.

Major duties and/or responsibilities are outlined in the scope of the position description, including inventory management and laboratory organisation. The incumbent may be required to perform other job-related duties as delegated by the Principal and Senior Scientists.

Previous experience in a diagnostic Biochemistry laboratory is highly desirable.

The role is responsible for:

• Performing a wide range of diagnostic Biochemistry tests using automated and manual methods.


• Performing duties in accordance with documented methods, work instructions and standard operating procedures.


• Participating in a seven-day rotating roster, including public holidays, as operationally required.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have gained a Certificate or Diploma of Applied Science (Medical Laboratory) qualification, or equivalent.


• Understand the importance of Pathology’s role in providing outstanding patient care.


• Demonstrate a team-focused, self-motivated and reliable modus operandi with an attention to detail.


• Demonstrate proficiency in using Laboratory Information System software, particularly Ultra.


• Capable of performing laboratory investigations, instrument operation and maintenance.


• Understand quality management systems including the principles of quality control and quality assurance.


• Be aware of NPAAC, NATA sand ISO standards and guidelines.

Next Steps . . .

If this opportunity sounds like the next step in your career, then we would love to hear from you. Please click on the 'Apply' button and follow the prompts.

For further position information, please refer to the role statement and selection criteria located in the Position Description here. For a confidential discussion, please contact Marlon Pett (Principal Scientist - Biochemistry) 8405 2099 or Eve Georgiadis (Senior Scientist - Biochemistry) 8405 9279

Applications close 26 June 2026

Why work at the Northern Health?

NH offer a range of benefits which support and reward staff both personally and professionally.

Our staff benefits include award winning facilities and campus partnerships, Professional development and events, an award winning Health and wellbeing program and financial benefits.

• Health and Wellbeing programs, including our new ‘Thrive’ program


• Flexibility in the workplace and extra leave options and support


• An inclusive and culturally safe space


• Access to salary packaging, EAP, our online library and onsite car parking

Work with us! Northern Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds are encouraged.