Pathology Collector
Use technical knowledge to collect medical samples from patients, keep patient records and organise sample delivery.
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- What's it like to be a Pathology Collector?
- How to become a Pathology Collector
- Latest Pathology Collector jobs
- Top skills and experience for Pathology Collectors
- Is Pathology Collector the right role for you?
- Pathology Collector role reviews
What's it like to be a Pathology Collector?
Pathology Collectors work for medical laboratories performing a range of tasks including extracting, collecting and labelling blood, urine, faeces, swabs and other patient samples. They also prepare samples for delivery by courier to a laboratory. Pathology Collectors usually work in hospitals or suburban collection centres and may travel to the homes of patients who are housebound.Did you find this video helpful?
Tasks and duties
- Guiding patients through the sampling process.
- Communicating with people of all ages with a broad range of ailments.
- Using hypodermic needles to draw blood.
- Using swabs to collect mucus or DNA samples.
- Following procedures to ensure all samples are accurately labelled and archived.
- Preparing and delivering samples within set timescales.
- Adhering to strict hygiene regulations.
- Keeping meticulous records of patient history and all procedures.
How to become a Pathology Collector
It is possible to work as a Pathology Collector without formal qualifications, however employers may prefer candidates with a relevant qualification or relevant experience in another medical discipline such as nursing. A full driver’s licence is usually required in order to work from off-site locations.
- Hold a current, full driver’s licence.
- Complete a relevant qualification such as a Certificate III in Pathology Collection (HLT37215).
- Aim to secure a work placement in a laboratory setting during your course. This will provide you with relevant experience as well as guidance and mentorship from experienced laboratory workers.
- Complete certifications and checks as required, such as a First Aid Certificate and/or Working with Children Check.
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Pathology Collector employers on SEEK are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Blood Collection
Pathology
Phlebotomy
Pathology Collection
Packaging
Empathy
Record Keeping
Electrocardiography
Liaison Skills
Patient Care
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Latest Pathology Collector reviews
May 2021
Pathology is a first person, first step to help people to fine health problems, every one need you!
Reviewer's QualificationCertificate III in Pathology Collection
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeLarge (200+ employees)
SpecialisationPathology collector
The good thingsVery good career and love to work in health industry.
The challengesVery challenges and use many skills, costumers service, venipuncture, Solve a problem, etc.
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Dec 2018
Pathology collection is an interesting career that provides both experiences and challenges..
Reviewer's QualificationMaster of Management
Experience10+ years
Organisation sizeMedium (20-199 employees)
SpecialisationPathology
The good thingsA career in pathology is an interesting one. You get to meet different patients everyday, aside from learning different blood tests and diagnostic. You feel like a part of a team to help in the diagno...
The challengesThe challenge comes during an encounter with difficult patients. You need to maintain patience and be professional and more focused in handling difficult situations.
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