A Laboratory Attendant is mainly deployed on -
(a) disinfecting and cleansing all laboratory equipment, instruments, tools, benches, shelves, cabinets, etc.;
(b) collecting, sorting, handling and preparation of specimens of the pathology laboratories or the forensic pathology laboratories (including blood, sputum, urine, faeces, human tissue, etc.) for further processing; and disinfecting potentially infectious laboratory waste before subsequent disposal;
(c) assisting in the daily operation of and arranging regular maintenance of laboratory equipment and tools, including heavy duty equipment such as autoclave;
(d) assisting medical and technical staff in preparing for and performing laboratory tests, preparing disinfectants / simple reagents and processing laboratory forms / items;
(e) breeding and taking care of animals and handling of animals for laboratory tests, disinfection and disposal;
(f) constructing wax bite blocks and special trays, pouring of models, repairing and addition of tooth to dentures, assisting in polishing and cleaning of dentures, receiving and dispatching of denture boxes;
(g) preparing materials for training / production uses and booking appointment; and
(h) retrieving and loading heavy reagent for laboratory tests.
Remarks:
(1) Required to wear uniform;
(2) Required to work irregular hours and shifts;
(3) Required to attend duties during typhoons and emergencies; and
(4) Required to work at different clinics and/or laboratories in the Department of Health.

Candidates should have -
(a) at least 2 years’ working experience in a clinical / dental / chemical laboratory;
(b) completed Secondary 3, or equivalent;
(c) attained a level of proficiency in English language equivalent to Secondary 3 standard and in Chinese language equivalent to Primary 6 standard; and
(d) a pass result in the Basic Law and National Security Law Test (“BLNST”).