Medical Laboratory Scientist

Australian Clinical Labs; Melbourne; Hybride; AUD 55 000 - 83 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

10 weeks parental leave

Savings programs for everyday expenses

Discounted health insurance

Counselling support

Training and development opportunities

Résumé du poste

Australian Clinical Labs in Victoria is seeking a Casual Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our dedicated team at Clayton or Coburg. The role focuses on routine screening of Liquid-Based Cytology (LBC) cervical samples within the NCSP, with potential work on non-gynaecological cytology and FNA screening based on qualifications.

Successful applicants will be flexible, reliable and able to work independently or as part of a team in a quality-focused laboratory environment, contributing to

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Applied Science (Laboratory Science/Laboratory Medicine) or an AIMS-accredited equivalent with major in Cytology/Histology
• CT(ASC) Gynaecological certification (essential)
• CT(ASC) Non-Gynaecological certification (desirable)
• Experience in screening of LBC cervical samples
• Experience in non-gynaecological cytology and FNA screening (desirable)
• Excellent communication, time management and organisational skills
• Commitment to quality, continuous improvement and professional development

Responsabilités

• Participate in routine screening of LBC cervical screening specimens
• Screen non-gynaecological cytology and FNA specimens as qualified
• Contribute to accurate and timely diagnostic services while ensuring quality and accreditation compliance

Connaissances

Communication

Time management

Organisational skills

Quality focus

Initiative

Formation

Bachelors in Lab Science / Cytology

CT(ASC) Gynaecological certification

CT(ASC) Non-Gynaecological certification

Description du poste

We are seeking Casual Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our dedicated team within Clayton or Coburg, Victoria.

In this role, you will participate in the routine screening of Liquid-Based Cytology (LBC) cervical screening specimens as part of the National Cervical Screening Program (NCSP). You may also be involved in the screening of non-gynaecological and FNA specimens, depending on qualifications and experience. Working within a collaborative and quality focused laboratory environment, you will contribute to the provision of accurate and timely diagnostic services while maintaining compliance with accreditation and quality assurance requirements.

The successful applicant will be flexible, reliable, self-motivated, and able to demonstrate initiative while working both independently and as part of a team.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Bachelor of Applied Science (Laboratory Science/Laboratory Medicine) or an AIMS-accredited equivalent qualification, with a major in Anatomical Pathology (Cytology/Histology)

CT(ASC) Gynaecological certification (essential)

CT(ASC) Non-Gynaecological certification (desirable)

Demonstrated experience in the screening of LBC cervical screening specimens

Experience in non-gynaecological cytology and FNA screening (desirable)

Excellent communication, time management, and organisational skills

Commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and ongoing professional development

Applicants must address the criteria above in their application.

Employee Benefits

• 10 weeks paid parental leave*
• Access to hundreds of everyday savings including phone bills, fuel and groceries, fashion, restaurants and entertainment.
• Expert guidance on healthy living on a range of topics like money, work, mind, body, and life.
• Free and confidential support from qualified counsellors.
• Discounted health insurance.
• Training and development opportunities.

*Service conditions apply

About us

Australian Clinical Labs (Clinical Labs) is committed to be the pathology provider of choice. Our business is growing rapidly and now has over 5000 employees and a truly national reach. We have approximately 100 NATA accredited laboratories that perform close to 6 million episodes each year for doctors, specialists, patients, hospitals and corporate clients. Clinical Labs services almost 100 private and public hospitals and is the largest provider of pathology services to public hospitals in Australia.

Who we are

We pride ourselves on our patient focus and medical excellence, empowering our people to help us to improve and save patient’s lives. Our culture is agile and willing to change, and we always act with the highest respect and integrity. Clinical Lab’s employees are passionate about what they do, the work environment in which they operate and the safety and wellbeing of all who interact with us.

As a healthcare provider, Clinical Labs requires all new employees to be vaccinated against preventable diseases. If successful, we will ask for proof of immunisation accordingly for our records.

You may be required to undergo probity checks as part of the recruitment process including police check and licence check.

Diversity and Inclusion

Australian Clinical Labs is an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community, people living with disability, and individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds. We’re happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs. We also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds. Australian Clinical Labs is committed to supporting Veteran Employment and Australian Defence Force Veterans and their spouses are encouraged to apply.

Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Medical Laboratory Scientist?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
• Do you have Laboratory Testing experience?