Scientific Officer - Multi Skilled

​​Job reference: #22428

Brand: Laverty Pathology

Location: 23 Merewether Street, Merewether NSW 2291

Work type: Full Time (Permanent)  hours per week

Schedule: Be able to participate in a rotating 24 hour, 7 day roster including on call.

About Us

Healius is one of Australia’s leading healthcare companies, committed to supporting quality, affordable and accessible healthcare for all Australians. Through our network of state-based and specialty brands, we provide high-quality diagnostic services that support clinicians to make informed decisions and improve patient outcomes.

With more than 80 medical laboratories and approximately 2,000 patient collection centres nationwide, we process approximately one in four Medicare-funded pathology tests each year, supporting services that extend from some of Australia’s largest and most complex private and public hospitals to regional areas and remote Indigenous communities.

About The Role

We are currently seeking a Full-Time Scientific or Technical Officer to join our friendly team based in the Lingard Private Hospital. Reporting to the Laboratory Manager, this multi-faceted role will involve the accurate and efficient testing of specimens, quality assurance and instrumentation, as well as other ad-hoc duties as required. This is a hospital stat lab and experience in Transfusion, Haematology, Biochemistry. 

• Performing manual and automated diagnostic testing 


• Performing all routine procedures from point of specimen reception to execution of results for Pathological diagnosis


• Assisting with Stock Control 


• Compliance with records maintenance and recording of results in line with protocols 


• Maintaining all equipment and operating equipment in line with protocols 


• Maintaining current scientific knowledge  


• Participating in both routine and audit related Quality Assurance activities 


• Contributing to continuous improvement and the development of new assays as required 


• Participating in training staff 


• Liaising with internal and/ or external stakeholders (referring practitioners) regarding test results or referrals as necessary 


• Compliance and adherence with Policies and Procedures, Workplace Health and Safety Procedures and Quality Assurance Processes.  

About You

To be considered for this position, you will need to meet the essential requirements: 

• Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Applied Science (Medical Laboratory Science) or equivalent 


• Demonstrated experience, knowledge, expertise and skills within the respective discipline


• Sound knowledge of QC, QAP and troubleshooting  


• Demonstrated ability to identify, develop and implement quality and service improvement activities in accordance with NATA/ISO accreditation/certification  


• Ability to perform duties with a high degree of independence and with infrequent supervision  


• An outstanding commitment to quality and excellence 


• A willingness to adhere to departmental and organisational policies and procedures 


• A positive attitude toward achieving outcomes and being a cohesive, contributing team member 


• Strong time management, interpersonal, communication and organisational skills 


• The ability to manage and thrive in a busy environment 


• Self-initiative and problem-solving capabilities 


• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy


• Ability to provide evidence of immunisation requirements including Hepatitis B


• Australian driver's license and own transport

We believe everyone leads, no matter what role they are in. Our ways of leading are the behaviours that we expect our people to embody and are: Customer Focused, Accountable, Collaborative, Credible & Resourceful.

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Benefits, Perks and Wellbeing

At Healius, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, lifestyle and career, including:

• Access to retailer discounts and perks through the Flare Benefits platform


• Health and financial benefits, including access to Fitness Passport, corporate health insurance discounts, banking benefits, novated leasing and salary packaging options


• Free and confidential wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Discounted childcare and babysitting services via Kiddo


• Access to online learning, courses and development pathways to support your career growth

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Healius is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, inclusive and merit-based recruitment practices. We stive to build diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve, valuing people across different life stages, genders, cultural backgrounds, ages and professional experiences. All applicants are assessed equitably based on their ability to meet the requirements of the role.

Healius is part of the Commonwealth Government’s Veteran Employment Commitment (VEC) and has been recognised as a Veteran Employment Supporter. We encourage applications from veterans and candidates with Australian Defence Force (ADF) experience.

How To Apply

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