Medical Laboratory Scientist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Rural incentive up to $10k

Extra leave up to 12 days

In-house training

Fitness & EAP

Job summary

NSW Health Pathology is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to join a busy regional laboratory serving the Bega Valley and Snowy Monaro regions. You will perform diagnostic testing, maintain quality and accreditation standards, and contribute to service improvements in a collaborative lab environment.

The role offers exposure to a diverse caseload, ongoing professional development, and a 24/7 rotating roster across day, evening, night, weekend and on‑call shifts to support essential services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree or higher in Science/Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent.
• Experience with LIS, Patient Systems and Quality Control Systems and MS Office.
• Strong communication and report writing skills; ability to convey technical information clearly.
• Ability to manage competing priorities to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team and autonomously.
• Demonstrated initiative, problem solving, and analytical skills.
• Understanding of WHS and privacy requirements in the laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic testing within a busy regional laboratory.
• Maintain quality and accreditation standards and contribute to service improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide efficient, patient‑focused pathology services.
• Support hospital inpatients, emergency departments and clinics with timely pathology results.

Skills

LIS & Patient Systems

Quality Control

Communication skills

Prioritisation

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor Degree in Science/Medical Laboratory Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)

Job description

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time
Position Classification:Scientific Officer
Remuneration:$79,433.52 - $113,298.98 per annum + Superannuation
Hours Per Week:38
Requisition ID:REQ698826
Location: Bega District Hospital
Applications Close: 12 October 2026 - 11:59pm

About the opportunity

Looking for a rewarding scientific career that combines professional growth, meaningful work and an exceptional lifestyle? Join NSW Health Pathology at South East Regional Hospital and become part of a busy regional laboratory delivering high-quality diagnostic services across the Bega Valley and Snowy Monaro regions. Supporting hospital inpatients, emergency departments, specialist clinics and surrounding healthcare facilities, you'll play a vital role in providing accurate and timely pathology results that directly influence patient care. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Sapphire Coast, this is an opportunity to enjoy a fulfilling career while embracing one of NSW's most sought-after regional lifestyles.

As a Medical Laboratory Scientist, you'll work within a supportive multidisciplinary team performing a broad range of diagnostic testing, maintaining quality and accreditation standards, and contributing to service improvement initiatives that drive excellence in patient care. This role offers exposure to a diverse caseload, ongoing professional development opportunities and the chance to expand your scientific expertise within a collaborative and innovative laboratory environment. If you're passionate about pathology, enjoy working as part of a close-knit team and are looking for a career where your contribution truly matters, we'd love to hear from you. This position participates in a 24/7 rotating roster, including day, evening, night, weekend, public holiday and on‑call shifts, supporting the essential services provided by South East Regional Hospital and NSW Health Pathology.

What you’ll be doing

As a Medical Laboratory Scientist, you will perform diagnostic testing, maintain quality and accreditation standards, contribute to service improvement initiatives, and work collaboratively with scientific, technical, and clinical teams to provide an efficient and patient‑focused pathology service. This role provides an excellent opportunity to work in a busy regional laboratory delivering high-quality diagnostic pathology services to hospital inpatients, emergency departments, specialist clinics, community patients, and surrounding health facilities across the Bega Valley and Snowy Monaro regions. The laboratory services South East Regional Hospital and regional outreach sites, supporting the delivery of timely and accurate pathology results that contribute directly to patient care.

What we can offer you

Financial Benefits - Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme allowance of up to $10,000 plus super per annum in addition to award entitlements, and generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits

Work-life Balance - Up to 12 additional days off per year in addition to Annual Leave (for full‑time employees)

Professional Growth - Learning and development opportunities, including in‑house training with RTO My Health Learning

Health & Wellbeing - Fitness Passport gym discounts and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and families.

Qualifications and Responsibilities

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

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Information for applicants

NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We value, and welcome all suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.

NSW Health Pathology is committed to providing accessibility and reasonable accommodations and ensuring our recruitment process is flexible, inclusive, and free from barriers, promoting equal opportunities for all to succeed. Please reach out if you need adjustments.

NSW Health Pathology is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce in public health. For Aboriginal candidates, support is available through the Stepping Up website

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