Medical Laboratory Scientist

5 days ago

Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia Department of Health Full time $81,160 - $103,259 per year

Professional 1 (Remuneration Package Range $81,160 - $103,259)
Medical Laboratory Scientists
Several casual positions available
Darwin, Northern Territory

Casual employment is based on a rate of $44.93 per hour.


• Are you ready to earn, live and explore?


• Bring your expertise to our dynamic, multicultural healthcare setting


• Rewarding work with great benefits.

Territory Pathology is the public pathology service within the Northern Territory.

We are seeking Medical Laboratory Scientists to join our pool of casual staff who can step in and assist across the Territory. As a member of the Casual Clinical Laboratory multi-disciplinary team, you will positively contribute to the provision of a timely, efficient and high-quality service in various laboratories across the Department of Health and public of the Northern Territory network.

You will use a range of technical skills and laboratory equipment to perform and authorise routine and urgent laboratory tests and provide diagnostic reports and advice for medical diagnosis.

The successful applicants must have a degree in Medical Laboratory Science, or equivalent; and will be required to maintain effective and efficient clinical services by participation in rosters, as required, while implementing best practice within the available resources of the team.

The benefits

  • Competitive income

  • When working away from your home base, accommodation is provided

  • Excellent work-life balance, allowing you time to explore the Northern Territory on your days off

  • Diverse experience where you will work with tropical conditions and complex comorbidities not commonly seen elsewhere.

The lifestyle

Picture a place of great opportunities and an enviable lifestyle, with work-life balance that allows you time to explore picturesque landscapes and culturally significant sites, enjoy the array of food, arts and culture – this is the Northern Territory

We celebrate a host of excellent and creative events from music, theatre, art and cultural events and festivals to popular local markets, and strong sporting communities. We offer incredible outdoor experiences from hiking, camping and fishing unique landscapes, from the tropics in the top end, to the red centre desert and everywhere in between.

The Territory is a rich melting pot of cultures with a strong community spirit, making it a great place to live, work and make new friends.

Join us and apply now

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For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Mr Steven McCullough on ***or ***************

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Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.

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