Medical Laboratory Scientist

Employment Type : Permanent Full TimePosition Classification : Scientific OfficerRemuneration : $76,378.47 - $108,941.55 per annum plus superannuationHours Per Week : 38Requisition ID : REQ Location : Prince of Wales HospitalApplications Close : 1 December 2025 - 11:59pm About the opportunity Want a fulfilling career in NSW Health Pathology? The Haematology Department located in Randwick is seeking an enthusiastic hard‑working person to join our friendly team to be a Medical Laboratory Scientist on a permanent full‑time capacity. Advance your experience in Haematology through our professional expertise and contribute to patient care. Located in the Prince of Wales hospital with public transport available direct to the hospital by bus or light rail from Central Station and is in close proximity to many cafes/ restaurants and UNSW which has a gym, library and swimming pool. What we can offer you Accrued Days Off in addition to Annual Leave Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits Corporate wellbeing programmes, including a Fitness Passport Learning and development opportunities, including in‑house training with RTO My Health Learning What you’ll be doing Responsible for delivering a range of operational laboratory activities including laboratory practices to ensure compliance with operational standards and procedures, quality standards and continual process improvement. 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 Haematology from a recognised tertiary institution Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the delivery of pathology services relevant to Haematology including (but not limited to) Morphology and Flow cytometry Proven experience in the use of Laboratory Information Systems, Patient Systems, Quality Control Systems and Middleware programmes Customer focused approach with strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills including report writing skills, statistical evaluation of scientific data and the ability to effectively communicate with customers, patients, clinical and laboratory staff Ability to participate in a rotating 24/7 shift roster which includes out‑of‑hours, weekends and on‑call shifts Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team, managing competing priorities to meet deadlines in an efficient manner Display initiative, problem solving and analytical skills with the ability to apply established principles and to 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, privacy and quality management Need more information? 1) Click here for the Position Description2) Find out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Crystal Pau on Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases This is a Category A position. All Category A applicants must read and understand NSW Health Policy Directive PD2024_015 Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases. All recruits must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy. All recruits must provide evidence against specified diseases and comply with the requirements of this policy at their own cost prior to appointment. New to NSW Health Pathology? The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment. Working Rights This position is a permanent position. To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa – PERM ONLY Talent Pool If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an eligibility list will be created for future temporary and casual vacancies. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We seek to recruit from diverse applicants and create teams with skills, perspectives and experiences that complement each other at work. We welcome suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, socio-cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity. #J-18808-Ljbffr