Medical Laboratory Scientist

Overview

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Employment Type: Permanent Part Time

Position Classification: Scientific Officer

Remuneration: $37.04 - $52.83 per hour plus superannuation

Hours Per Week: 24

Location: Cowra

Application Close: 15 September 2025 – 11:59pm

What You'll Be Doing

Responsible for delivering a range of operational laboratory activities including the coordination and provision 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.

What We Can Offer You

• This position is eligible for a Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme allowance of up to $3,160 plus super per annum in addition to award entitlements
• 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

Qualifications & Requirements

• 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 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

How to Apply

Interested in joining Australia's largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions.

• Bachelor Degree or higher in Science/Medical Laboratory Science or an equivalent qualification
• Provide detailed examples of experience with Laboratory Information Systems and quality control processes
• Describe your customer service approach and ability to communicate with diverse stakeholders

Need more information?

• Click here for the Position Description
• Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries, contact Danielle Whiting at Danielle.Whiting@health.nsw.gov.au

Work Eligibility & Compliance

• Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases: This is a Category A position. All Category A applicants must read NSW Health Policy Directive PD2024_015. All recruits must agree to comply with the requirements and provide evidence 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 Rights: This is a permanent position. Australian citizenship or permanent residency is required for permanent appointment; non-citizens may be eligible for temporary employment only for the duration of their current visa.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We welcome qualified applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, socio-cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.

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