Senior Hospital Scientist in Charge of Laboratory-Department of Respiratory Medicine, Sydney Children's Hospital
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- The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
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- REQ686639 Requisition #
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Snr Hospital Scientist I/C of Section
Remuneration: 121581.81 - 128898.29 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ686639
Location: Randwick
Applications Close: Midnight on 24 August 2026
For role related queries or questions contact Bernadette Prentice on Bernadette.Prentice@health.nsw.gov.au
At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.
As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.
Join a team where your passion for paediatric care truly makes a difference. At the Sydney Children’s Hospital, Randwick we are committed to professional development, clinical excellence, and supporting our staff to reach their full potential. As a member of our team, you will contribute to leading paediatric healthcare services dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to children, young people, and their families. At the Sydney Children’s Hospital we foster a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture where innovation, respect, and continuous improvement are at the forefront of everything we do.
We value the contribution of every team member and actively invest in building capability and leadership across our nursing workforce. Whether you are advancing your career or seeking new opportunities, the Sydney Children’s Hospital offers a rewarding environment where you can make a meaningful difference every day.
What you'll be doing
Responsible for managing the respiratory laboratory to provide an efficient and effective service and to meet agreed key performance indicators.
Additional Benefits (where applicable): Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)
How to Apply:
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
A resume (maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience
Responses to the questions below:
- Tertiary qualifications of at least a Bachelor's degree in Science/Biomedical Science or relevant field or an equivalent recognised qualification
- Proven leadership and operational management skills and experience including budget management, staff and resource management
- Advanced knowledge of Respiratory function testing and testing systems
- Demonstrated commitment to excellent clinical service with a high level of interpersonal, communication, negotiation and influencing skills and the ability to develop and maintain strong collaborative, professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Demonstrated knowledge and extensive experience working a respiratory laboratory with proven understanding of the theory and application of techniques
- Demonstrated experience with the implementation of quality improvement, risk management, professional standards and accreditations including an understanding of the relevant legislative and regulatory requirements in healthcare
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, clinical and laboratory staff, along with possessing negotiation skills, and the ability to effectively communicate policies and procedures
- Demonstrated knowledge and extensive experience working within a respiratory laboratory with children and with proven understanding of the theory and testing requirements.
Child Safe Standards:
SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Additional Information:
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.
Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.
NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.
Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.
An Eligibility List may be created for future permanent and temporary full or part time vacancies.
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact 1300 679 367
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