Title:  Pathology Collector

Pathology Collector

• Pathology Collector Grade 2 (IN24)
• Permanent Part Time Position
• Eastern Health Pathology Collection Department

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.

Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.

This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.

We are seeking experienced Pathology Collectors to join the dynamic team in Pathology Collection services across all Eastern Health locations, providing services to inpatient and outpatient. 

About the role

Opportunities exist at our Pathology Collection Services for passionate and enthusiastic Pathology Collectors with sound clinical knowledge and experience in Pathology Collection. You will be required to perform specimen collection at Eastern Health for inpatient, outpatient and have ability to work well in a team environment.

Eastern Health operates from many different locations, our largest sites include Angliss Hospital, Box Hill Hospital, Healesville Hospital & Yarra Valley Health, Maroondah Hospital, Peter James Centre, Turning Point Alcohol and Drug Centre, Wantirna Health, Yarra Ranges Health, Yarra Valley Community Health, Blackburn Surgical Hospital.

About You

The ideal candidate will be someone who is compassionate and detail-oriented individual who thrives in fast-paced healthcare environment. With a strong commitment to patient care and safety, you take pride in delivering high-quality Pathology Collection Services. Your excellent interpersonal skills help put patients at ease, and your ability to follow procedures ensures accuracy in every collection.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A Certificate III or IV in Pathology collection
• Previous experience in Pathology Collection
• Strong communication and customer service skill
• High attention to detail and ability to follow protocols precisely
• A professional, reliable and empathetic approach to patient care
• A current driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
• Available for shifts across weekdays, weekends and public holidays as required

You are looking to be part of a supportive team where your contribution makes a real difference to patient outcomes.

Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.

Those that are offered and/or start between January and April do not require an up to date vaccination for Influenza to progress providing they are aware of its requirement later in the year. Those that are offerred and/or start between May and December require the up to date Influenza vaccination prior to offer.

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Mentor and Shadowing program 
• Access to discovery days across our 50 sites 
• Study and professional development leave 
• Friendly & supportive teams
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 
• Fitness Passport for work-life balance 
• Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones 
• Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements 
• Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme 
• Access to Private Health Insurance offers 
• Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training 
• Cafes at all of our Hospitals 

Next Steps

Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference and are eligible to work in Australia.

We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.

If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.

Good to know:

• We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
• Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
• Advertising may end before the closing date.
• We do not accept recruitment agency application

If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles.

Please click here for position description link

Contact Person: Purvi Dave

Contact Number: 03 9895 4907

Contact Email: purvi.dave@easternhealth.org.au

Job Posting End Date: 06/04/2026

Need help submitting your application?

Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (Option 1) | Medical Workforce Unit on (03) 9895 3469. [TA for Non Medical roles, MWU for Medical roles]

Click Here for the Candidate Guide also for help in our recruitment process!

Our Values in Action:

Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day