Medical Laboratory Scientist - Multiskilled

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

Benefits offered by this job

Rural Health Incentive up to $5,000

Up to 12 extra days off per year

Learning and development opportunities

Gym discounts & EAP

Job summary

NSW Health Pathology in Wagga Wagga Base Hospital is hiring a Scientific Officer for a permanent full-time role. The job covers a range of diagnostic laboratory activities, with opportunities to contribute to training and quality assurance.

You will work in a collaborative lab environment and support professional growth, with a clear emphasis on safety, accuracy and timely delivery of results to support patient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree or higher in Science/Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent.
• Experience delivering pathology services and working with LIS, Patient Systems and QC Systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, patients and staff, including report writing and data evaluation.
• Ability to manage priorities and deadlines in a laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver operational laboratory activities and coordinate scientific training.
• Review, develop and quality manage laboratory practices to meet standards.
• Ensure compliance with procedures and continual process improvement.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor degree in Science/Medical Laboratory Science

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Scientific Officer

Remuneration: $79,433.52 - $113,298.98 per annum plus superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ700599

Location: Wagga Wagga Base Hospital

Applications Close: 3 November 2026 - 11:59pm

About The Opportunity

Join NSW Health Pathology as a Scientific Officer at Wagga Wagga Base Hospital and play a vital role in delivering high-quality diagnostic services that support patient care across the region. This permanent full-time opportunity offers a rewarding career in a collaborative laboratory environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.

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 - Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme allowance of up to $5,000 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.

• 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
• Ability and willingness to work shifts, on a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays

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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.
• An eligibility list may be created for similar vacancies in the future.
• We encourage applicants to submit responses that reflect their own experiences and perspectives.

• For role related queries or questions contact Mostafa Lashin on [e-mail]