Employment Type
: Temporary Full Time up to February 2027, with potential availability of ongoing employment
Position Classification
: Scientific Officer
Remuneration
: $76, $108,941.55 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week
: 38
Requisition ID
: REQ629544
Location
: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Applications Close
: 7 January :59pm
About The Opportunity
The Haematology Laboratory has an opportunity for an experienced Hospital Scientist to join our team at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital.
Situated in the heart of Sydney, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPAH), and part of NSW Health Pathology, the Haematology department provides specialised diagnostic haematology testing. The 24/7 laboratory provides full blood count analysis, specialised coagulation testing, morphology as well as specialised flow cytometry testing and thalassaemia screening. The successful scientist will have an opportunity to learn and participate in all areas of the laboratory's testing.
Join our Haematology Laboratory team at RPAH and experience the perfect blend of cutting-edge scientific work and the diverse, lively culture that Sydney has to offer.
What We Can Offer You
* Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits
* Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
* Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning
What You'll Be Doing
Responsible for delivering a range of operational laboratory activities including the coordination and provisions of scientific and technical training and the ongoing review, development and quality management of laboratory practices to ensure compliance with operational standards and procedures, quality standards and continual process improvement.
Interested in joining Australia's largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions:
* Bachelor Degree or higher degree in Science/Medical Laboratory Science or an equivalent qualification, with subjects relevant to pathology from a recognised tertiary institution
* Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the delivery of pathology services relevant to Haematology, including microscopic examination of blood films, use of Haematology Instrumentation, Laboratory Information Systems, Patient Systems and Quality Control Systems and computer programs such as Microsoft Office suite
* Ability and willingness to work shifts, on a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays
* Customer focused approach displaying well-developed interpersonal skills and good oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with customers, patients and clinical and laboratory staff, along with report writing skills, statistical evaluation of scientific data and the ability to effectively communicate policies and procedures
* 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 while working autonomously to deliver results within specified timeframes and contribute to a range of diagnostic skills relevant to the laboratory
* 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
* Sound understanding of legislation, policies and requirements that impact the laboratory environment including work health and safety and privacy requirements, NPAAC guidelines and the ISO15189 Standard
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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 PD2024_015 Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified 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.
*New to NSW Health Pathology?*
The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.
Talent Pool
If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an eligibility list will be created for future 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.