Scientist - Microbiology

Job reference : #17280 Brand : Dorevitch Pathology Location : Cnr Sturt & Drummond, Ballarat VIC 3350 Work type : Part Time (Permanent)19.00 hours per week Schedule : Laboratory operates 7 days a week between 08 : 30 and 17 : 30, with on call. About Us Dorevitch Pathologyis a Healius business.Healius has an expansive network of over 100 medical laboratories and 2000 patient collection centres operating across metropolitan, regional and remote Australia. We provide 1 in every 3 pathology services in Australia, extending from exclusively servicing some of Australia’s largest and most complex private and public hospitals, to small Indigenous Australian communities. This means that you will be working in a business large enough to offer you job stability & security, interstate mobility and the opportunity to fulfil your career ambitions. About The Role We are seeking an individual who is highly motivated to become part of a passionate, vibrant and engaged team who will be responsible for : Performing all routine histological procedures from point of specimen reception to execution of results for Pathological diagnosis, including specimen dissection Recording of results in line with protocols Maintaining current scientific knowledge Participation 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 : Demonstrated knowledge, expertise and skills within Micobiology 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 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 Effective 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 Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Applied Science (Medical Laboratory Science) or equivalent 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. Benefits and Wellbeing As part of working for Healius, you will have access to a range of benefits including : Benefits platform - Reduce the impact of the cost of living with everyday savings with 500+ of Australia's most-loved brands, (from the weekly grocery shop to premium perks like holidays). Fitness Passport – Access top fitness centres & pools across Australia at a subsidised rate. Corporate health insurance discounts , banking benefits and novated leasing salary packaging. Career growth and development opportunities with access to a comprehensive library of online courses and learning paths via our e-learning platform. Confidential health and well-being support through our Employee Assistance Program, available to all employees and their family members. #J-18808-Ljbffr