Medical Scientist Grade 1

Job Description

Career Opportunities: Medical Scientist Grade 1 (47279) Requisition ID 47279 - Posted - Fixed Term Period (I) - Fixed Term Part Time (PT) Reference Number:47279: Medical Scientist Grade 1 PT Employment Type: Fixed Term Part Time (PT) Location: Northern Health (All Campuses) About Northern Health: As an organisation we have a clear focus on how we service and partner with our community, including our strategy of helping the community stay well when at home. Our reputation of community minded, inclusive and progressive is matched to none.Northern Health is located in the rapidly growing northern suburbs with projected growth the biggest in the state. With a booming, culturally rich and diverse community, and less than an hour’s drive from the CBD, Melbourne’s North is fast becoming the place to be! The Role: An opportunity exists for a driven and suitably qualified Medical Scientist to join the team at Northern Pathology Victoria, based at Northern Hospital in Epping, in a 0.5 EFT Part-Time 12-month Fixed Term capacity. The role is responsible for the reliable, accurate and timely provision of pathology results in the Core Laboratory (Biochemistry, Haematology, Blood Bank) at Northern Pathology Victoria (NPV). The role and responsibilities are to be carried out in a manner that is consistent with the values, quality objectives, performance goals, delegations, policies, procedures, and operations of NPV and in line with the Northern Health “Code of Conduct”. The major duties and/or responsibilities and the Key Performance Indicators as outlined in the scope of the position description. The incumbent may be required to perform other job-related duties as delegated by the Senior Scientist or Laboratory Manager. This position is responsible for: Performing a wide range of diagnostic tests (relevant to department of deployment) by automated and manual methods Haematology including Coagulation and blood film morphology Biochemistry including immunoassay Blood Banking Tests are performed in accordance with documented protocols Participate in a part-time, 24-hour rotating roster with on-call, including weekend and public holidays To be successful in this role you will have: Bachelor of Applied Science (Medical Science) or equivalent. Qualifications must be acceptable for Graduate entry into Australian Institute of Medical and Clinical Scientists (AIMS) Experience in a diagnostic laboratory with demonstrated experience working in Chemistry, Haematology (including morphology) and Blood bank departments is preferable Experience with Laboratory Information Systems e.g. Ultra Ability and willingness to participate in the after-hours and on-call roster Next Steps: If this opportunity sounds like the next step in your career, then we would love to hear from you. Please click on the 'Apply' button and follow the prompts. For further position information, please refer to the role statement and selection criteria located in the Position Description. For a confidential discussion, please contact: Joe Rigano (Haematology) (03) 9485 9330 or Marlon Pett (Biochemistry) (03) 8405 2099, Grade 4 Senior Scientists, Northern Pathology Victoria. Applications close on 22 January 2025. Why work at Northern Health? We offer a range of benefits to support and reward staff both personally and professionally, which includes: Health and Wellbeing programs, including our ‘Thrive’ program Flexibility in the workplace and extra leave options and support An inclusive and culturally safe space State of the art facilities and campus partnerships A commitment to ongoing professional development through our ‘Learning Labs’ Access to salary packaging, EAP and our online library For a glimpse of life at NH, click here. Work with us! Northern Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds are encouraged. All employees of Northern Health must comply with the health service’s Staff Health / Workforce Immunisation procedure (as amended from time to time) together with any relevant State Government and Departmental directives. This requires all employees to be vaccinated for various diseases such as, but not limited to influenza. #J-18808-Ljbffr