Laboratory Manager

Healius; Sale; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts via Flare Benefits platform

Health and financial benefits incl. H…

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted childcare

Job summary

Healius is seeking an experienced Medical Laboratory Scientist to lead the day-to-day operations of a satellite laboratory in Sale. You will drive high standards of accuracy and efficiency, overseeing staff, workflows and quality systems to deliver diagnostic services.

You will manage resources, ensure regulatory compliance and coordinate with Pathologists to implement new testing methodologies while maintaining a safe work environment and strong stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Scientist or equivalent (AIMS recognised) is essential.
• Experience as Medical Laboratory Scientist, ideally in a multi-disciplinary role.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of a satellite laboratory with focus on accuracy and efficiency.
• Manage staffing, rostering and operational costs within budgets and KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation and quality standards (NATA, TGA, internal procedures).
• Oversee internal quality control and external quality assurance programs; drive continuous improvement.
• Lead, coach and develop team members to foster a high-performing, collaborative environment.
• Support hiring, onboarding and capability development of laboratory staff; oversee validation of testing methodologies.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Quality improvement

Education

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Scientist

Job description

Job reference: 21863

Brand: Dorevitch Pathology

Location: Sale

Work type: Permanent Full Time

Schedule: Manager to partake in on-call and bench work

At Healius, we're united by a shared purpose: making a difference to the future of Australia's health. There's never been a more exciting time to join us as we transform into a stronger, more agile organisation with a focus on innovative ways of working, excellent customer and patient experiences and being a great place to work.

This is an opportunity for experienced laboratory professionals who want to lead, influence and shape how our laboratories operate. You’ll have ownership over ways of working, driving high standards of accuracy, efficiency and quality, while contributing to improvements across our national network.

As we continue through an exciting period of transformation, you’ll be at the centre of this. From introducing new workflows and technologies to strengthening team performance and collaboration, your leadership will help shape how we evolve and ultimately deliver better outcomes for clinicians, patients and the communities we serve.

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

You will lead the day-to-day operations of a satellite laboratory, ensuring high-quality, efficient and compliant diagnostic services. This role brings together operational leadership, people management and technical oversight, with accountability for performance, quality and service delivery.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead laboratory operations to ensure delivery against performance targets, turnaround times and service expectations
• Manage laboratory resources, including staffing, rostering and operational costs in line with budgets and KPIs
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation and quality standards (including NATA, TGA and internal procedures)
• Oversee internal quality control and external quality assurance programs, driving continuous improvement in laboratory practices
• Lead, coach and develop team members, fostering a high-performing and collaborative team environment
• Support with hiring, onboarding and ongoing capability development of laboratory staff
• Oversee validation and implementation of testing methodologies in collaboration with Pathologists and senior scientific staff
• Maintain safe work practices and ensure compliance with WHS requirements
  Build and maintain effective relationships with partnered healthcare facilities and key internal stakeholders
• Monitor, report on and improve laboratory performance, identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency and service delivery

About You

We’re looking for an experienced and knowledgeable multi-disciplinary Medical Laboratory Scientist who brings strong technical expertise, along with the ability to see the bigger picture and contribute to how laboratory operations perform and evolve.

You may have prior leadership experience or have demonstrated capability through mentoring, training or supporting others, with a clear interest in leading teams and improving ways of working. You’re confident managing competing priorities, maintaining high standards and building effective relationships, and are motivated by the opportunity to make an impact beyond day-to-day laboratory work.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Scientist or equivalent (AIMS recognised) is essential
• Demonstrated experience as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, ideally within a multi-disciplinary role

Requirements

• Ability to provide evidence of immunisation requirements, including Hepatitis B

Key Skills and Attributes

• Strong leadership capability, with the ability to foster collaboration and support effective teamwork
• Sound understanding of laboratory operations, workflows and quality systems
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to continuous improvement
• Ability to manage competing priorities and maintain high standards
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• High level of professionalism, integrity and attention to detail

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