Hospital Scientist - Histology

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Detail information about job Hospital Scientist - Histology . Terms and conditions vacancy

 
 
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Scientific Off
Remuneration: $61,184.59 - $88,625.3
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ50625

Are you an experienced Scientific Officer with a background in Histology? Or someone looking to take the next step in their Histology career?
The Department of Tissue Pathology & Diagnostic Oncology is looking for a Scientist to join their Histology Lab in a Permanent Full-Time capacity. 
 
The successful candidate will join one of the largest Anatomical Pathology laboratories in the NSW Hospital system. As a member of the Histology team you will participate in all routine aspects of the lab including , but not limited to, Microtomy, Embedding, Special Staining, IF staining, Frozen Sectioning, simple specimen transfers and non-complex dissection. In conjunction with the Senior Scientists, there will also be operational and training responsibilities associated with this position. 

What you'll be doing

Responsible for delivering a range of Histological 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. In particular this role will be aimed at helping deliver an efficient Histology service to the department.

 

This is a Category A position. All Category A applicants must read and understand Policy Directive PD2011_005 Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Diseases. All new recruits must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy. New recruits must provide evidence against specified diseases and comply with the requirements of this policy at their own cost prior to appointment.
 
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.

 
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full time / part time, temporary and casual vacancies.

1. Bachelor Degree or higher degree in Science/Biomedical Science or an equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution
2. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the delivery of pathology services relevant to the Histology laboratory, including use of Laboratory Information Systems, Patient Systems and Quality Control Systems and computer programs such as Microsoft Office suite
3. 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
4. Ability to work in a responsible and efficient manner and to manage competing priorities to meet deadlines
5. 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
6. 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
7. Sound understanding of legislation, policies and requirements that impact the laboratory environment including work health and safety and privacy requirements

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For role related queries or questions contact Kristopher Avery on [email protected]

Applications Close: 22 July 2018