Medical Laboratory Scientist
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Scientific Officer
Remuneration: $38.52 - $54.94 per hour plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 16
Requisition ID: REQ626281
Location: Cootamundra Health Service
Applications Close: 4 January 2026 - 11:59pm
About the opportunity
With a population of approx. 7,500, our inclusive community provides an extensive range of schools, sports clubs, arts and culture clubs, drama and dance groups for the whole family, just to name a few. Along with boasting sculptures, arts centres, boutique stores with handmade gifts and charming walking trails and parks, we are the epitome of classic charm and welcome you to make the tree change.
Our Health Service includes a 30 bed hospital with 27 hospital beds and 3 maternity beds, as well as a range of allied health and general practice services. We provide a 24 hour Accident and Emergency Department which is equipped with telehealth cameras to connect the team in Cootamundra with Specialists through the Critical Care Advisory Service, helping to ensure patients get the care they need.
Only one hour from Wagga Wagga and two hours’ drive north-west of Canberra Cootamundra is waiting for you!
What we can offer you
· This position is eligible for a Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme allowance of up to $1,000 plus super per annum in addition to award entitlements
- 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
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 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
- A current unencumbered NSW Class C Drivers License and the ability to travel to other sites for work and training.
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For role related queries or questions contact Anthony Flaskas on Anthony.Flaskas@health.nsw.gov.au
Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases
This is a Category A position. All Category A applicants must read and understands NSW Health Policy Directive PD2024_015 Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious 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.
The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.
New to NSW Health Pathology?
The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.
Working Rights
This position is a permanent position. To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa.
Talent Pool
If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time, 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.
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