Medical Laboratory Scientist - Microbiology
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to May 2027, with potential availability of ongoing employment
Position Classification: Scientific Officer
Remuneration: $79,433.52 - $113.298.98 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ676572
Location: Orange Health Service
Applications Close: 19 July 2026 - 11:59pm
About the opportunity
Are you seeking a rewarding laboratory role in a regional town that is well connected and close to major cities? Then look no further! We are seeking an experienced Hospital Scientist to join our Microbiology laboratory team in a full time temporary position until May 2027 at NSW Health Pathology, Orange Hospital. The NSW Health Pathology Service at Orange is a Category GY service located within Orange Hospital's Bloomfield campus. The laboratory works directly with the Category GX laboratories at Nepean Hospital, at Westmead Hospital, and other NSW Health Pathology services in the region.
Just 3.5 hours away from Sydney (and less than an hour by air), Orange is a thriving cool-climate town in Central West NSW famed for its award winning restaurants, natural beauty and wineries. In addition to several daily flights to and from Sydney, there are direct flights to Melbourne and Brisbane from Orange Regional Airport several times a week. Orange hosts several high quality educational facilities for all ages from primary school through to TAFE and University. Orange Hospital is one of the largest regional hospitals in NSW, is affiliated with University of Sydney and also hosts students from Charles Sturt University, University of Newcastle and University of Wollongong.
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.
What we can offer you
Financial Benefits - Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme allowance of up to $5,000 plus super per annum in addition to award entitlements, and Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits
Work-life Balance - Up to 12 additional days off per year in addition to Annual Leave (for full-time employees)
Professional Growth - Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning
Health & Wellbeing - Fitness Passport gym discounts and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and families.
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 recent experience in a clinical microbiology laboratory, including competent specimen processing, microscopy, culture analysis and interpretation, organism identification, antimicrobial susceptibility testing, use of automated identification and susceptibility systems, use of nucleic acid detection platforms, and accurate reporting of microbiology results
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the delivery of pathology services relevant to the laboratory, including use of Laboratory Information Systems, Patient Systems and Quality Control Systems and computer programs such as Microsoft Office suite
- 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
Information for applicants
NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We value, and welcome all suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
NSW Health Pathology is committed to providing accessibility and reasonable accommodations and ensuring our recruitment process is flexible, inclusive, and free from barriers, promoting equal opportunities for all to succeed. Please reach out if you need adjustments.
NSW Health Pathology is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce in public health. For Aboriginal candidates, support is available through the Stepping Up website
You must have valid working rights in Australia for the duration of the appointment to be eligible to apply.
All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2026_004 for more detail. The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.
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Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
3) For role related queries or questions contact Peter Huntington on Peter.Huntington@health.nsw.gov.au
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