Anatomic Pathology Scientist
4 days ago
Job description
Agency Department of Health Work unit Territory Pathology
Job title Anatomic Pathology Scientist Designation Professional 1
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $68,904 - $87,700 Location Darwin
Position number 834 RTF Closing 03/11/2025
Contact officer David Howse on or
About the agency
Apply online
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR
TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates
people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment
process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the
merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures
plans, go to the OCPE website
Primary objective
As a member of the Anatomical Pathology work team, positively contribute to the provision of a timely, efficient, cost
effective and high-quality service to the Department of Health and public of the Northern Territory
Context statement
Operational needs require the recruitment of an individual with knowledge/skills in Anatomical Pathology to work in the
local Anatomical Pathology work team, and participate in a shift and on-call roster as required The position will involve
performing duties, including cut-up assist for grossing specimens, specimen tissue processing, embedding, microtomy on
routine samples, H&E staining, specialized staining and assist frozen section preparation. The position maps to CLF4 on the
Northern Territory Public Sector Capability Framework document.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Under minimal direct supervision, prioritise and analyse pathology specimens in the Anatomical Pathology area using a
range of developed technical skills and laboratory analysers. Supervise and train more junior staff.
2. Authorise results and provide appropriate clinical advice to junior staff and external clients.
3. Perform equipment preventative maintenance, and monitor availability of reagents and consumables in use, initiating
ordering as required.
4. Follow defined service quality standards, work health and safety policies and procedures relating to the work being
undertaken in order to ensure high quality, safe services and workplaces.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Education and Qualifications: Possession of a degree in Medical Laboratory Science, or equivalent is mandatory.
2. Work History: Previous work experience in pathology or other laboratory with analytical procedures and protocols closely
aligned to those in use in an Anatomical Pathology laboratory is highly desirable.
3. Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrated ability to continue to develop the required skills and knowledge of the role and be
an active team member. Developing knowledge of pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical factors impacting on the
provision of clinically useful results is also required. Developing awareness of monitoring stock levels in daily use to
initiate ordering in a timely manner.
- Personal Qualities: Demonstrated ability to operate within boundaries, taking personal responsibility for completion of
tasks in a timely manner; acknowledging personal development needs and demonstrating a commitment to learning and
self-development.
Further information
Positions may be subject to pre-employment checks such as immunisation requirements, working with children clearance
notice and criminal history checks. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant
criminal history. For immunisation requirements - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances) or Category B
(indirect contact with blood or body substances), check with contact person for requirements.
Approved: September 2023 Steven Mccullough Operations Manager Territory Pathology
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Job description
Agency Department of Health Work unit Territory Pathology
Job title Anatomic Pathology Scientist Designation Professional 2
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $90,204 - $107,554 Location Darwin
Position number 834 RTF Closing 03/11/2025
Contact officer David Howse on or
About the agency
Apply online
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR
TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates
people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment
process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the
merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures
plans, go to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
As a member of the Anatomical Pathology work team, positively contribute to the provision of a timely, efficient, cost
effective and high-quality service to the Department of Health and public of the Northern Territory
Context statement
Operational needs require the recruitment of an individual with knowledge/skills in Anatomical Pathology to work in the
local Anatomical Pathology work team, and participate in a shift and on-call roster as required. The position will involve
performing duties, including cut-up assist for grossing specimens, perform specimen transfers, specimen tissue processing,
embedding, microtomy, H&E staining, specialized staining to include Immunohistochemistry and perform frozen section
procedures. The position maps to CLF5 on the Northern Territory Public Sector Capability Framework document.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Under minimal direct supervision, prioritise and analyse pathology specimens in the Anatomical Pathology area using a
range of developed technical skills and laboratory analysers. Supervise and train more junior staff.
2. Authorise results and provide appropriate clinical advice to junior staff and external clients.
3. Perform equipment preventative maintenance, and monitor availability of reagents and consumables in use, initiating
ordering as required.
4. Follow defined service quality standards, work health and safety policies and procedures relating to the work being
undertaken in order to ensure high quality, safe services and workplaces.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Education and Qualifications: Possession of a degree in Medical Laboratory Science, or equivalent is mandatory.
2. Work History: Previous work experience in pathology or other laboratory with analytical procedures and protocols closely
aligned to those in use in an Anatomical Pathology laboratory is highly desirable.
3. Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrated ability to assist with the delivery of training and provide clinically useful commentary
on pathology results to more junior pathology staff and other health professionals. Knowledge of pre-analytical, analytical
and post analytical factors impacting on the provision of clinically useful results is also required. Ability to perform higher
level technical procedures and actively monitor stock levels in daily use to initiate ordering in a timely manner.
- Personal Qualities: Demonstrated ability to operate within boundaries, taking personal responsibility for completion of
tasks in a timely manner; acknowledging personal development needs and demonstrating a commitment to learning and
self-development, while providing timely praise, recognition, and constructive feedback to fellow team members.
Developing ability to recognise under performance in other team members and report it to line supervisors.
Further information
Positions may be subject to pre-employment checks such as immunisation requirements, working with children clearance
notice and criminal history checks. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant
criminal history. For immunisation requirements - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances) or Category B
(indirect contact with blood or body substances), check with contact person for requirements.
