Overview
Melbourne Pathology is one of Victoria’s largest diagnostic pathology laboratories, committed to providing a high quality healthcare service to our clients, 24 hours a day/7 days a week throughout metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria.
Position description
An exciting opportunity exists for an enthusiastic, qualified and highly motivated Medical Scientist to join our dynamic Chemical Pathology Department located in Collingwood.
This is a full-time position (38 hours per week). Shifts are varied as the department operates 24 hours a day/7 days a week, participation in weekend and evening rosters, including public holidays, is required.
In this role you will
- Interpret, verify and authorise patient results
- Perform maintenance, trouble-shooting and sample testing on laboratory instrumentation
- Analyse, review, action and troubleshoot quality control results
- Assist in staff training
The successful applicant will have
- A minimum of three years’ experience in a chemical pathology diagnostic laboratory with Australian industry experience
- An AIMS-accredited university degree in Medical Laboratory Science (or equivalent)
- Knowledge of quality assurance systems and scientific instrumentation/equipment in a pathology laboratory
- The ability to work as part of a busy team and independently
- Good problem-solving skills with an ability to multitask
- Ability to prioritise and manage workflow, with focus on clinically significant issues
- Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
- Awareness of laboratory occupational health and safety issues
Applications
In addition to addressing the position requirements, please include the following information with your application:
- Confirmation of your current residency and right to work in Australia
- The notice period you would require to commence employment
- The contact details for at least two professional referees
- Evidence of full vaccination (2 doses plus booster) to COVID-19
Please include a cover letter and resume in your application.
Applications close Friday 10 October and should be sent via email to (emailprotected). Early applicants will be favourably considered.
Only applicants who are successfully selected for an interview will be contacted following application.
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