Dissection Scientist - Anatomical Pathology | Growth & Training

NSW Health Pathology; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 113,000; Full time

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Job summary

NSW Health Pathology is seeking a skilled Medical Laboratory Dissection Scientist to join the Anatomical Pathology Department at John Hunter Hospital in Newcastle. The role emphasizes pre-analytical work, dissection, and collaboration with the pathology team to support surgical patient testing across the region.

The successful candidate will hold a science degree with pathology-specific training and demonstrate strong communication and initiative in a busy laboratory setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Science/Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent qualification.
• Post graduate study in specimen dissection and/or extensive proficiency in specimen dissection and direct transfer.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-analytical tasks and dissection of specimens.
• Triage, transfer and dissection under supervision of senior staff.
• Maintain documentation with description and dictation for specimens.
• Collaborate with Anatomical Pathology team to support daily operations.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Initiative

Teamwork

Specimen handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science/Medical Laboratory Science

Post graduate study in specimen dissection

Job description

NSW Health Pathology is seeking a skilled Medical Laboratory Dissection Scientist to join the Anatomical Pathology Department at John Hunter Hospital in Newcastle. The role emphasizes pre-analytical work, dissection, and collaboration with the pathology team to support surgical patient testing across the region.

The successful candidate will hold a science degree with pathology-specific training and demonstrate strong communication and initiative in a busy laboratory setting.