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Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Scientific Officer
Requisition ID: REQ532382
Location: Royal North Shore Hospital
Applications Close: 25 November 2024 - 11:59pm
About the opportunity Do you have excellent molecular skills?
Do you want to work in a world-class medical facility?
We are seeking a Molecular Laboratory Scientist to join the department on a Permanent Part-Time basis (14 hours per week).
The successful scientist will have the opportunity to learn and participate in all areas of laboratory testing.
Located at Royal North Shore Hospital and part of NSW Health Pathology, the Molecular Genetics department provides diagnostic testing for malignant blood disorders and inherited diseases.
What we can offer you Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefitsCorporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness PassportLearning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health LearningWhat you'll be doing Responsible for delivering a range of operational laboratory activities including the testing of diagnostic laboratory samples, assisting with the scientific and technical training and participating in the quality management of laboratory practices to ensure compliance with operational standards and procedures, quality standards and continual process improvement.
Minimum Requirements Bachelor Degree or higher degree in Science / Medical Laboratory Science or an equivalent qualification, with subjects relevant to pathology from a recognised tertiary institutionDemonstrated 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 suiteCustomer 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 proceduresAbility to work in a responsible and efficient manner and to manage competing priorities to meet deadlinesDemonstrated 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 laboratoryDisplay 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 environmentSound understanding of legislation, policies and requirements that impact the laboratory environment including work health and safety and privacy requirementsDemonstrated significant experience in diagnostic medical genetics laboratory scienceNeed more information?
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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 PD2024 015 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.
New to NSW Health Pathology? 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 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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