Employment Type: Permanent Full TimePosition Classification: Technical Officer Grade 1/2Remuneration: $63,725.98 - $76,151.79 per annum plus superannuationHours Per Week: 38Requisition ID: REQ528317Location: Wyong
Applications Close: 18 November 2024 – 11:59pm
About the opportunity:NSW Health Pathology is currently seeking a full-time Technical Officer to join our multi-discipline team at Wyong Hospital.
The position is within the NSW Health Pathology laboratory located at the Wyong Hospital.
The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work with a small dedicated team within a busy hospital environment.
The position offers exposure to a range of laboratory equipment and techniques in a multi-discipline laboratory which offers the opportunity for ongoing professional development.
NSW Health Pathology provides a 24-hour, 7-day a week service to Wyong Hospital and all staff participate in a 24-hour roster.
What we can offer you: Accrued Days Off in addition to Annual LeaveGenerous 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:Perform a range of laboratory investigations and tests (manual and automated) and technical tasks by applying established methods and procedures, as directed.
Undertake other laboratory duties including preparation of materials and the maintenance of equipment in line with established laboratory processes, procedures and protocols.
Minimum Qualifications: Minimum qualification of Diploma in Laboratory Technology or an equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution with subjects relevant to pathology or medical laboratory operations.Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the delivery of pathology services within a discipline relevant to the department, including use of Laboratory Information Systems, Patient Systems and Quality Systems.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 whilst working autonomously to deliver results within specified timeframes set to meet client expectations.Customer focused approach displaying well-developed interpersonal skills and good oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with customers and patients as well as clinical laboratory staff.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.Commitment to the principles of quality management and continuous quality improvement and to identify, develop and implement quality and service improvement activities.Need more information?For role-related queries or questions contact Megan Baumgart on ******
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 PD2023_022 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.
Working Rights:This position is a permanent position.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have 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 full-time/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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