*VCID No. 891155*
_*Ever thought about living in Busselton with its stunning beaches, iconic jetty, and gateway to the world-class Margaret River wine region?*_
_*What about the opportunity to enjoy Port Hedland's unique blend of Indigenous culture, industrial marvels, and access to the natural wonders of the Pilbara region?*_
*If you have the right qualification and drive, then we have Permanent Full Time positions in Busselton and Port Hedland to make your dream come true.*
WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.
*Eligibility to Apply: *Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.
*Other Conditions: *WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant's integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of six (6) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.
*Position Profile: *The Medical Scientist in Charge is responsible for the development and maintenance of a customer service focussed laboratory, operating to best practice standards. The role provides expert and specialist consultancy to both internal and external clients, whilst applying advanced procedures and techniques, both routine and complex, in the examination of specimens within the laboratory and contributes to the development of improved processes. The Medical Scientist in Charge is also responsible for the day to day management of human, financial, information technology and physical resources.
*Area Profile:* With over 2,000 employees across an extensive range of pathology and support services, PathWest Laboratory Medicine WA is committed to providing excellence and innovation in pathology testing, teaching and research. We offer a round-the-clock commitment to the health needs of the entire WA community through our laboratory facilities, collection centres, results lines and on-call clinicians. Our pathology services cover the broadest range of routine, complex and rare tests, and our active teaching, research and pathology development programs assist not only in enhancing diagnostic accuracy but also in improving the understanding of disease processes and of clinical care.
*Employee Benefits: *In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):
* 11% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here.
* Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
* Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave/assistance
* Flexible working arrangements
* Flexible leave arrangements
* Other professional and location based allowances
*Selection Criteria: *Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at Further Job Related Information: *We encourage you to contact Lisa Tomkins on 08 6457 7230.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact HSS on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
*Application Instructions: *Applicants are requested to apply online ( is preferable for your referee to be a current supervisor or manager.
*Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements.* These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
To apply for this vacancy now, please apply online at is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted. *
*LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.*
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $124,516.00 – $128,795.00 per year
Work Location: In person
