Medical Laboratory Scientist - Morphology Trainer
Position Classification: Scientific Officer
Remuneration: $70,956.89 - $101,208.98 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ529829
Location: Westmead
Applications Close: 17 November 2024 - 11:59pm
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a highly motivated experienced individual in Haematology - Morphology to provide and coordinate morphology training across Nepean and Westmead laboratories, and their associated regional supervision footprints as required.
This position will be work routinely at both Nepean and Westmead laboratories and required to travel to regional laboratories to provide training as required.
- Accrued Days Off in addition to Annual Leave
- 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
The incumbent will be an integral part of the Haematology- Morphology teams and be responsible for coordinating the training, assessments, and competencies of Scientific and Technical staff within NSWHP – Nepean and Westmead laboratories, and their associated regional supervision footprints. The incumbent will travel across sites and carry out Haematology staff training with a focus on Morphology, performance development and competency assessments. The trainer will facilitate continuing professional development for other staff within Haematology/Morphology. Trainers will be required to assist in routine laboratory work to understand workflow and maintain their knowledge and skills
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.
- 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.
- Evidence of expertise knowledge and technical experience in Haematology - Morphology with experience in training, competency and method review..
- 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.
- Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of accreditation frameworks, relevant standards and quality systems
- Current unencumbered NSW Class C Drivers Licence, and willingness to work across all sites within the West, Rural and Regional footprint as required
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For role related queries or questions contact Ellena Maeder on Ellena.Maeder@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 understand NSW Health Policy Directive PD2023_022 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.
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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 full time / 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.
