Medical Laboratory Scientist

Medical Laboratory Scientist - Cytologist

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Overview

Permanent full-time opportunity based at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Camperdown, Sydney. The Department of Tissue Pathology and Diagnostic Oncology at RPA offers a state-of-the-art environment and a diverse range of specialty pathology. The successful applicant will join a team of scientists and technicians, working with administrative and medical staff to deliver high-quality pathology results to patients and clinicians. The laboratory is located at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Campus in Camperdown, near multiple transport options and local amenities.

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 delivering a range of operational laboratory activities including 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.

Qualifications and Selection Criteria

Interested in joining Australia's largest public pathology service? Address the following selection criteria in your application:

• Bachelor Degree or higher 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 strong oral and written communication skills, including report writing, statistical evaluation of scientific data and the ability to 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 the 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.
• CT(ASC) qualification with demonstrated knowledge and ability to screen and, where authorised, report non-gynaelogical and gynaelogical cytology preparations.

Need more information

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• Position Description: Position description available on request or via the application portal
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For role related queries or questions contact Carlie Wiersma at Carlie.Wiersma@health.nsw.gov.au

Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination

This is a Category A position. Applicants must read and understand NSW Health Policy Directive PD2024_015 Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases. All recruits must agree to comply with the policy requirements and provide evidence at their own cost prior to appointment. The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment 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. To be eligible for permanent appointment, you must have Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. Non-citizens or non-permanent residents are 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 creating an inclusive workplace. We recruit from diverse backgrounds and welcome applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, socio-cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Job-specific information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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