Medical Laboratory Scientist - Histology

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

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Additional 12 days off per year

Learning and development opportunities

Gym discounts & EAP

Job summary

NSW Health Pathology seeks an enthusiastic Medical Laboratory Scientist (Histology) for a temporary full-time role at St George Hospital. You will contribute to Anatomical Pathology services across multiple sites, participate in a 24/7 on-call roster, and support ongoing professional development through conferences and workshops.

The role focuses on histology workflows, quality management, and safe, timely reporting within standard operating procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or higher in Science/Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent qualification.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in routine Histology services including Frozen sections and non-complex cut-up.
• Strong communication skills with customers, patients and staff; report writing and data evaluation.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in a team and autonomously to deliver diagnostic results.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a range of operational lab activities and oversee training and quality management.
• Review and improve laboratory practices to maintain standards and procedures.
• Participate in a 24/7 rotating on-call roster and attend other sites as required.

Skills

Histology experience

Communication skills

Prioritisation

Teamwork autonomy

Education

Bachelor degree in Science/Medical Laboratory Science

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Patient Information Systems

Quality Systems

Job description

Medical Laboratory Scientist - Histology

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to May 2027 with potential for ongoing employment
Position Classification: Scientific Officer
Remuneration: $79,433.52 - $113,298.98 per annum + superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ703792
Location: St George Hospital
Applications Close: 18 November 2026 - 11:59pm

About the opportunity

NSW Health Pathology is seeking an enthusiastic Medical Laboratory Scientist in a temporary full-time capacity located at our St George Hospital laboratory.

This laboratory provides Anatomical Pathology services to several hospitals within the South East Sydney Local Health District, including St George, Sutherland, and Calvary hospitals, Breast Screen Southern Sydney, St George Private, and Karena Private hospitals, as well as several privately referred client locations. This position is critical to the continued provision of our Anatomical Pathology services.

The successful applicant will participate in a 24/7 rotating on-call roster, including weekends and public holidays, and attend Sutherland laboratories to perform urgent procedures as required. There are also potential opportunities to attend pathology conferences/ workshops as part of ongoing professional development. The operating hours are Monday through Friday, 7 am-7 pm.

What you’ll be doing

Responsible for delivering a range of operational 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.

What we can offer you

Financial Benefits - Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits

Work-life Balance - Up to 12 additional days off per year in addition to Annual Leave

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.

• 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 routine Histology services,including Frozen sections, Renal and Skin IF, non-complex cut-up, as well as the use of Laboratory Information Systems, Patient Systems and Quality Systems.
• 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

You must have valid working rights in Australia for the duration of the appointment to be eligible to apply.

All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2026_004 for more detail. The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.

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Need more information?

For role related queries or questions contact John Paul Levi on *************@health.nsw.gov.au

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