Medical Laboratory Scientist
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- REQ677441 Requisition #
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- 15 hours ago Post Date
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Scientific Officer
Remuneration: $79,433.52 - $113,298.98 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ677441
Location: Cootamundra Health Service
Applications Close: 29 July 2026 - 11:59pm
About the opportunity
Make a real impact in regional healthcare while enjoying the benefits of country living.
NSW Health Pathology is looking for a passionate and motivated Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our team at Cootamundra Health Service in a permanent Full Time role. This is an exciting opportunity to broaden your experience across core laboratory disciplines, work closely with healthcare professionals, and play a vital role in delivering accurate, timely diagnostic services that directly support patient care across the local community.
You'll be joining a collaborative and supportive regional team where your expertise is valued, your development is encouraged, and your work genuinely makes a difference every day.
Why choose Cootamundra?
Financial incentives available
This position is eligible for the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme, offering an allowance of up to $5,000 per annum plus superannuation, in addition to award entitlements.
Relocation assistance and personalised support
Thinking about making a tree change? Through The Welcome Experience, you and your family can access free, tailored support to help make your transition to regional NSW seamless. Dedicated Local Connectors can assist with finding suitable housing, schooling and childcare options, employment opportunities for partners, and connecting with local services and community groups.
Enjoy the regional lifestyle
Experience a welcoming community, reduced commute times, affordable living, and a fantastic work-life balance while building a rewarding career with NSW Health Pathology.
Learn more about The Welcome Experience at: www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience
If you're looking for a meaningful career opportunity where you can grow professionally, enjoy valuable incentives, and become part of a close-knit community, we'd love to hear from you.
What you'll be doing
Responsible for delivering a range of operational laboratory activities including the coordination and provisions of scientific and technical training and the ongoing review, development and quality management of laboratory practices to ensure compliance with operational standards and procedures, quality standards and continual process improvement.
What we can offer you
Financial Benefits - Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme allowance of up to $5,000 plus super per annum in addition to award entitlements, and Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits
Work-life Balance - Up to 12 additional days off per year in addition to Annual Leave (for full-time employees)
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:
- 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
- Applicants must have an unencumbered NSW Driver License and the ability to travel to other NSW Health Pathology laboratories for work and training when necessary
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 PD2026_004 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.
We encourage applicants to submit responses that reflect their own experiences and perspectives. Please note that applications that appear to be generated by AI tools or copied from external sources may not be considered.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
3) For role related queries or questions contact Anthony Flaskas on Anthony.Flaskas@health.nsw.gov.au
To learn more about NSWHP please visit “Life at NSW Health Pathology” or connect with us on LinkedIn!
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