Locations: NSW - Sydney, CBD, Inner West and Eastern Suburbs
Time Type: Part-time
Posted On: Posted Yesterday
Time Left to Apply: End Date: November 26, 2024 (26 days left to apply)
Job Requisition ID: JR139142
Job Description: Position Title: Quality Officer
Employment Type: Maximum Term - Part-Time (Cover Long Service Leave)
Hours per week: 20
Position Grade: Technical Officer Grade 1/2 (Year1-8 & Year1-4)
Salary: $63,725.98-$91,786.58 (pro-rata) base salary per annum
Enterprise Agreement: The Named NSW (Non-Declared) Affiliated Health Organisations' Health Employees Agreement 2019
Department Name: SydPath Quality Unit
About Us:
St Vincent's Hospital Sydney is a leading not-for-profit organisation providing health services to our community. Guided by our values of compassion, excellence, integrity and justice, we promote a culture of diversity and inclusion and empower our people to learn, grow and innovate.
Benefits of Working at St Vincent's Include:
• Generous salary packaging and Fitness Passport for eligible staff
• Opportunity to access a wide range of clinical and non-clinical education programs
• Supported post graduate opportunities within applicable fields
• Career development opportunities across the St Vincent's Health Australia Network
• Employee Assistance Program
• Work/Life balance
About the Role:
SydPath is a fully accredited NATA/RCPA/TGA registered laboratory offering a wide range of pathology services. We are located within the St Vincent's Hospital Campus, Darlinghurst, Sydney. This position offers an opportunity to develop an in-depth understanding of pathology regulations and quality system management and gain solid auditing skills. The Quality Officer will oversee the quality management system within the laboratory, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and internal protocols. This role involves monitoring lab processes, conducting audits, and facilitating continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the quality of services provided.
The successful applicant will be expected to work independently and collaboratively with the Quality Manager, Pathologists, and Laboratory Managers.
The vacancy is open to Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens who hold a valid New Zealand passport, Australian permanent residents, and those non-residents deemed by the Department of Immigration and Citizenship to be eligible to work in Australia only.
Diversity and Inclusion at St Vincent's:
St Vincent's is committed to employing a workforce that reflects the community we care for. We strongly encourage applications from people that are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, culturally diverse, sexuality or gender diverse and/or living with disability.
Employment with St Vincent's is subject to you having current immunity status that complies with the Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases - NSW Health Policy Directive (PD2024_015) or subsequent revisions in force. Appointment and ongoing employment will be subject to continued compliance with this policy directive.
About You:
We are seeking a science-based person with a good understanding of the pathology environment, a positive attitude to all aspects of quality systems, and a passion for driving quality improvements.
Application Instructions:
To have your application considered you are required to upload a current CV/Resume as well as a separate cover letter/document addressing the 'Selection Criteria' as below. Internal applicants i.e. current employees of St Vincent's Hospital or an entity of SVHA are required to apply via their Workday account.
Selection Criteria: Personal integrity and demonstrated commitment to the Philosophy, Mission and Values of Mary Aikenhead Ministries and St Vincent's Health Australia. Have appropriate tertiary qualifications in a scientific or technical field relevant to the practice of pathology. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the delivery of pathology services. Knowledge of ISO 15189 and NPAAC pathology regulations with understanding and a positive attitude towards the application of quality system principles in pathology. Well-developed interpersonal, communication and judgement skills, ability to probe and analyse situations, understanding of the quality concepts. Demonstrated ability to work responsibly and efficiently and manage competing priorities to meet deadlines. Display initiative, problem-solving, and analytical skills, including applying established principles in a pathology laboratory. Demonstrated understanding of work health and safety and privacy requirements. Knowledge of GMP requirements for Human Blood and Tissues and or the ability to readily assimilate knowledge and learn new skills is desirable. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced. Applications close on 25 November 2024. Position Description and Critical Job Demands Checklist: At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment-related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
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