Medical Laboratory Scientist

Job title: Medical Laboratory Scientist

Company: NSW Health

Job description: Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Scientific Officer
Remuneration: $70,956.89 – $101,208.98 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ520033
Location: Wollongong Hospital
Applications Close: 7 October 2024 – 11:59pmAbout the opportunityMedical Laboratory Scientist – Anatomical Pathology/Cytology Department – Full time or Part time opportunities available!A Permanent Full-Time position has become available for an enthusiastic and experienced Medical Laboratory Scientist in the Histology section of Anatomical Pathology Laboratory at Wollongong Hospital. This permanent full-time position offers real hands-on experience, training and advice to advance your career in the field of Anatomical Pathology.This position will be based at Wollongong Public Hospital. The Anatomical Pathology Laboratory provides full Anatomical Pathology services to the Illawarra Shoal Haven District including Wollongong, Shoal Haven & Shell Harbour hospitals. You will be working with a highly experienced and quality focused team.What we can offer you

• Accrued Days Off in addition to Annual Leave (Full Time positions only)
• Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including the
• Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO

What you’ll be doingResponsible for delivering a range of operational laboratory activities including the coordination and provisions of scientific and technical training and the ongoing review, development and quality management of laboratory practices to ensure compliance with operational standards and procedures, quality standards and continual process improvement.Interested in joining Australia’s largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions: * Bachelor Degree or higher degree in Science/Medical Laboratory Science or an equivalent qualification, with subjects relevant to pathology from a recognised tertiary institution

• Demonstrated five years working experience in all areas of busy diagnostic Anatomical Pathology Laboratory with ASC certification required if applying for both Histopathology/Cytology Sections
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the delivery of pathology services relevant to the laboratory, including use of Laboratory Information Systems, Patient Systems and Quality Control Systems and computer programs such as Microsoft Office suite
• Customer focused approach displaying well-developed interpersonal skills and good oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with customers, patients and clinical and laboratory staff, along with report writing skills, statistical evaluation of scientific data and the ability to effectively communicate policies and procedures
• Ability to work in a responsible and efficient manner and to manage competing priorities to meet deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment while working autonomously to deliver results within specified timeframes and contribute to a range of diagnostic skills relevant to the laboratory
• Display initiative, problem solving and analytical skills including an ability to apply established principles in a pathology laboratory and investigate and resolve general and complex issues within the laboratory environment
• Sound understanding of legislation, policies and requirements that impact the laboratory environment including work health and safety and privacy requirements

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3) For role related queries or questions contact Narender Singh onOccupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious DiseasesThis is a Category A position. All Category A applicants must read and understand NSW Health Policy Directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases. All recruits must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy. All recruits must provide evidence against specified diseases and comply with the requirements of this policy at their own cost prior to appointment.New to NSW Health Pathology?The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.Working RightsThis position is a permanent position. To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa.Talent PoolIf the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an eligibility list will be created for future permanent full time / part time, temporary and casual vacancies.Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionNSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We seek to recruit from diverse applicants and create teams with skills, perspectives and experiences that complement each other at work. We welcome suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, socio-cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Expected salary: $70956.89 – 101208.98 per year

Location: Wollongong, NSW

Job date: Sun, 22 Sep 2024 07:30:19 GMT

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