Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist IC of Section

13 hours ago


Liverpool, Australia NSW Health Pathology Full time
Overview

Are you ready to lead a team that strives for excellence and is guided by the core values of respect, integrity, collaboration, and openness? NSW Health Pathology is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist In Charge – Special Chemistry to join our team at Liverpool Hospital on a Permanent Full Time basis.


In this key role, you will oversee the operation of the Special Chemistry section, ensuring high-quality diagnostic services in support of patient care. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the advancement of public health through innovative laboratory practices, while working within a team committed to professional growth and continuous improvement. As part of NSW Health Pathology, you'll play a vital role in delivering better health and justice outcomes for the people of New South Wales.


Job Details
  • Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
  • Position Classification: Senior Hospital Scientist I/C of Section
  • Remuneration: $112, $119,173.77 per annum plus superannuation
  • Hours Per Week: 38
  • Location: Liverpool Hospital
  • Applications Close: 2 September :59pm

What We Can Offer You
  • Accrued Days Off in addition to Annual Leave
  • Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits
  • Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
  • Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning

What You'll Be Doing

Responsible for the management of scientific, technical and support staff, all testing and associated activities and logistics for the assigned laboratory. The position oversees the quality, cost and operational integrity of the department, regulatory compliance and accreditation of laboratory services in the department, human resource, business and resource management.


Qualifications
  • Bachelor Degree or higher degree in Science/Medical Laboratory Science or an equivalent qualification, with subjects relevant to pathology from a recognised tertiary institution.
  • 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
  • Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of accreditation frameworks, relevant standards and quality systems
  • Demonstrated managerial skills with experience in laboratory operations, administration and budgeting
  • Advanced knowledge of Pathology Laboratory Information Systems including supervision of e-based Quality Management Systems
  • Extensive high level knowledge of working within the relevant section of the laboratory with knowledge of the operation and maintenance of analytical equipment in a pathology laboratory. As well as proven ability to develop and implement new mass spectometry assays
  • Sound understanding of legislation, policies and requirements that impact the laboratory environment including work health and safety and privacy requirements
  • Demonstrated experience and knowledge in Mass Spectrometry techniques and analysis, including GC-MS, LC-MS/MS, Full Ion Scan, SIM, and MRM Targeted methods. Proven ability to troubleshoot assays and instrumentation issues. Sound understanding of Toxicology and Pharmacology, including metabolic pathways of common drugs and drug classes.

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Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases

This is a Category A position. All Category A applicants must read and understand NSW Health Policy Directive PD2023_022 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.


The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.


Working Rights

This 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 Pool

If 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 Inclusion

NSW 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.

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