Location : 60 Waterloo Road, North Ryde NSW 2113 (Laverty Pathology)
Work type : Full Time (Permanent) 38 hours per week
Schedule : Expected to work weekdays with the ability to cover Saturday shifts, as required
About us
Laverty Pathology is part of Healius Limited, one of Australia's leading healthcare companies. Healius is synonymous with quality, affordable and accessible healthcare for all Australians.
It has an expansive network of pathology laboratories, collection centres and diagnostic imaging centres. Through this footprint and its 10,500+ people, Healius provides specialty diagnostic services to consumers and their referring practitioners.
Healius provides quality healthcare services that are easily accessible and cost efficient, while supporting the coordination and continuity of quality patient care.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Scientific Officer who is highly motivated to become part of a passionate, vibrant and engaged team responsible for:
Perform manual and automated diagnostic testing
Performing all routine procedures from point of specimen reception to execution of results for Pathological diagnosis, including specimen dissection
Assisting with Stock Control
Compliance with records maintenance and recording of results in line with protocols
Maintaining all equipment and operating equipment in line with protocols
Maintaining current scientific knowledge
Participation in both routine and audit related Quality Assurance activities
Contributing to continuous improvement and the development of new assays as required
Participating in training staff
Liaising with internal and/or external stakeholders (referring practitioners) regarding test results or referrals as necessary
Compliance and adherence with Policies and Procedures, Workplace Health and Safety Procedures and Quality Assurance Processes
About you
To be considered for this position, you will need to meet the essential requirements:
Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Applied Science (Medical Laboratory Science) or equivalent
Demonstrated experience, knowledge, expertise and skills within the respective discipline
Sound knowledge of QC, QAP and troubleshooting
Demonstrated ability to identify, develop and implement quality and service improvement activities in accordance with NATA / ISO accreditation / certification
Perform duties with a high degree of independence and with infrequent supervision
An outstanding commitment to quality and excellence
A willingness to adhere to departmental and organisational policies and procedures
A positive attitude toward achieving outcomes and being a cohesive, contributing team member
Strong time management, interpersonal, communication and organisational skills
The ability to cope and thrive in a busy environment
Self-initiative and problem-solving capabilities
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
This role may require additional vaccination history and evidence for department specific vaccine preventative diseases
Benefits and Wellbeing
As part of working for Healius, you will have access to a range of benefits including:
Benefits platform: Reduce the impact of the cost of living with everyday savings with 500+ of Australia's most-loved brands, from the weekly grocery shop to premium perks like holidays.
Fitness Passport: Access top fitness centres & pools across Australia at a subsidised rate.
Corporate health insurance discounts: Banking benefits and novated leasing salary packaging.
Career growth and development opportunities: Access to a comprehensive library of online courses and learning paths via our e-learning platform.
Confidential health and well-being support: Through our Employee Assistance Program, available to all employees and their family members.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
Laverty 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.
Healius is committed to supporting Veteran Employment - Veterans and candidates with Australian Defence Force (ADF) experience are encouraged to apply.
Laverty Pathology is committed to providing a safe working environment and taking all reasonably practicable steps to ensure that its people and the community are protected against vaccine-preventable diseases.
The Australian Immunisation Handbook lists the immunisations recommended for health care workers.
How To Apply
Please click the 'Apply Now' button to complete the pre-screening questions and submit your application.
If you would like further details please email @healius.com.au.
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