Department of Health Tasmania – Hobart TAS
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The Role: The primary focus of Medical Scientist - Cytology is professional involvement in the routine preparation and diagnosis of gynaecological and non-gynaecological cytology specimens for inpatient and outpatient services at the Royal Hobart Hospital.
Examine routine cytological specimens and participate in the FNA service. Adhere to laboratory procedures and national guidelines. Participate in quality assurance and continuing education activities. Assist in the evaluation and commissioning of new equipment and reagents. Educate and provide advice to staff and users of the cytology service. The Team: Royal Hobart Hospital is Tasmania's largest hospital, all our services work closely together to focus on delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce.
Why Tasmania: Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania's public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.
Details of appointment: Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.
Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant. Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary: $71,441 - $107,878 per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No. 2 of 2022. You'll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Benefit available to eligible candidates: Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees. Professional development and accelerated pathways. Excellent leave benefits: 20 days annual leave (pro rata), 20 days personal leave (pro rata), and study assistance leave if eligible. Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family. Eligibility: Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
Satisfactory completion of a Bachelor of Applied Science or Bachelor of Science from a recognised tertiary institution. How to apply: Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
For more information: Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Alistair Townsend
Position: Medical Scientist in Charge - Anatomical Pathology
Phone number: 03 6166 8***
Email address: ******
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