Medical Laboratory Scientist - Dissection
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Scientific Officer
Remuneration: $76,378.47 - $108,941.55 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ656731
Location: Gosford Hospital
Applications Close: 17 May 2026 - 11:59pm
About the opportunity
Gosford Hospital is currently seeking a Dissection Scientist to join the Anatomical Pathology Department on a permanent full‑time basis. This position is in a busy Anatomical Pathology department within a public hospital on the Central Coast of New South Wales. The region is fast‑growing and located only half an hour from Sydney, offering beautiful beaches, national parks and a wide range of outdoor leisure activities.
What you'll be doing
The Dissection Scientist is a specialized role focusing on the pre-analytical and cut-up aspects of Anatomical Pathology. They work as a member of the Anatomical Pathology team reporting to the SHS in Charge of Anatomical Pathology with specific accountabilities to the supervising Pathologist for specimen management including triage, direct transfer and dissection.
In addition, the Dissection Scientist will be the team leader for trainee and technical staff working in the specimen reception and cut-up areas, overseeing the safe and efficient daily operation of that space.
The incumbent will be involved in all aspects of specimen reception and specimen triage including but not limited to fresh and fixed specimens, shared / split specimens and cases requiring follow up with requestors. They will also participate in the return of specimens to patients.
The incumbent will independently perform specimen direct transfer and dissection with appropriate description and dictation.They will participate in rotating rosters between cut-up, embedding, microtomy, special stains and frozen sections. The incumbent will also participate in an on-call roster for frozen section services on public holidays as required.
They will perform their role within the policy and procedure framework developed in consideration of NSWHP, RCPA, NPAAC and ISO 15189 requirements.
What we can offer you
- Financial Benefits - Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits
- Work-life balance - Up to 12 additional days off per year in addition to Annual Leave
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:
- Bachelors Degree in Science/Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent qualification, with subjects relevant to Anatomical Pathology practice.
- Post graduate study in specimen dissection and/or extensive substantiated proficiency performing non-complex and complex specimen dissection and direct transfer in a diagnostic anatomical pathology laboratory.
- Must demonstrate a high level of written and verbal communication and be familiar with terminology required for specimen dissection.
- Must exhibit a high level of initiative, be self directed and demonstrate a personal commitment and history of ongoing learning and development.
- Must demonstrate sound decision making capability with an unblemished track record in relation to specimen handling and patient safety in the context of the role.
- Must be able to work as a collaborative team member and autonomously, recognizing limits and escalation requirements for the role.
- Outline your experience in embedding, microtomy, special stains and frozen section techniques, and demonstrate your understanding of pre‑analytical and specimen cut‑up requirements.
- Must be flexible to service and patient needs and committed to quality and customer service improvement.
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 PD2024_15 for more detail. The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.
An eligibility list may be created for similar vacancies in the future.
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For role related queries or questions contact Gillian Evans on Gillian.Evans2@health.nsw.gov.au
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