What you'll be doing
This role is responsible for the management of scientific, technical and support staff, all testing and associated activities and logistics for the Gosford Haematology laboratory. The position oversees the quality, cost and operational integrity of the Haematology department, regulatory compliance and accreditation of laboratory services in the department, human resource, business and resource management. The position worls closesly with other Senior managers
* Bachelor Degree or higher degree in Science / Medical Laboratory Science or an equivalent qualification, with subjects relevant to pathology from a recognised tertiary institution.
* Extensive high level knowledge of working within a Haematology section of the laboratory with knowledge of the operation and maintenance of analytical equipment in a pathology laboratory
* 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
* Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of accreditation frameworks, relevant standards and quality systems
* Demonstrated managerial skills with experience in laboratory operations, administration and budgeting
* Advanced knowledge of Pathology Laboratory Information Systems including supervision of e-based Quality Management Systems
* Sound understanding of legislation, policies and requirements that impact the laboratory environment including work health and safety and privacy requirements
Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases
All NSW Health workers are required to have completed a primary course of a COVID-19 vaccine which has been approved or recognised by the Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA). Additionally, Category A workers are required to receive a booster dose three months after completing the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations. New applicants must have completed the vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health, or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate (IM011 immunisation medical exemption form) certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID-19 vaccines available in NSW.
Acceptable proof of vaccination is the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement or AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate. Booster doses are highly recommended for all health care workers who have completed the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations.
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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 seekto recruit fromdiverseapplicants and createteams with skills, perspectives andexperiences that complement each other at work. We welcome suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, ethnicity,socio-cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
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