Hospital Scientist (Scientific Officer) - Sleep Scientist
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- Sydney Local Health District
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- REQ662072 Requisition #
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time;16 hours per week
Position Classification: Scientific Officer
Remuneration: $38.52 - $54.94 per hour + Annual leave loading + Superannuation
Location: Concord Repatriation General Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ662072
In Sydney Local Health District our vision is Excellence in health and healthcare for all. You will be working in an innovative district that celebrates and invests in the ideas of staff, values people and offers life-long careers. Join the team at one of the leading public health organisations in Australia!
About the Role
You will be working at Concord Repatriation General Hospital. The hospital has a well-earned reputation for excellence in healthcare for over 70 years. Building on its proud heritage of caring for the Veteran community, the hospital now services the local communities of Concord, Strathfield, Burwood and beyond.
The Hospital Scientist is responsible for providing clinical measurement services to the Sleep Studies Laboratory, Concord Hospital. This includes performing routine sleep polysomnography, home sleep studies, quality control, reporting of results and related administrative duties.
The Hospital Scientist will work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary health care team to effectively deliver service as will provide role modelling, mentorship and leadership in the achievement of excellence in clinical measurement, practice and research.
For more information, please view the Position Description
Ideal Candidate
- Must Possess a BSc or equivalent (three years full time study equivalent) from an approved University with Human Physiology/Biology strand included.
- Must have sound scientific background with methodology and problem - solving skills.
- Ability and willingness to participate in an out-of-hours on call roster as required.
- Highly developed communication skills to effectively and always politely liaise with patients, visitors and Hospital staff.
- Ability to participate in work related education and research programs.
- Previous experience in the hospital/healthcare environment including working alone and with potentially infectious patients.
Ability to work as part of a team with Hospital staff or independently as required.
- Sound scientific background with methodology and problem-solving skills.
- Computer literate and ability to manage laboratory IT environments.
Benefits and Perks!
- Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading.
- Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus.
- Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education.
- Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families.
- Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
- The ability to use the Concord Hospital Staff Gym.
This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health
This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2026_004).
SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.
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For enquiries, please contact Winnie Ho via email at winnie.ho@health.nsw.gov.au
Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day, apply now!
Applications Close: 25 May 2026
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